White House Station, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

White House Station is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 3,758. Residents earn $85,000 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
3,758 Population 1,491/sq mi density
$85,000 Median Income $59,975 per capita
$426,200 Home Value
$1,667 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$85,000 median income, 3.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$426,200 home value, $1,667/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,000
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $426,200
51% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.6%
62% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,667
43% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.0%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

How White House Station Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,758
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density1,491/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,000
Per Capita$59,975
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$9,867M
Commute29 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$426,200
Rent$1,667
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.8%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.6%
High School+98.7%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute29 min
Libraries11

Is White House Station a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White House Station receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. White House Station stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White House Station is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in White House Station is $426,200, making it a premium housing market at 51% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,667 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

White House Station is a highly educated community — 54.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

White House Station experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

White House Station has a population of 3,758 with a density of 1,491 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%).

Population

3,758
Total Population
1,491
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

White House Station vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.6%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.4%
52% above US avg

Social Characteristics

White House Station vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White House Station is $85,000, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: White House Station vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,000
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,975
Avg Weekly Wage$1,444
IRS Avg AGI$151,298

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,073
County GDP$9,867M

Business (County)

Restaurants295
Healthcare387
Retail437
Manufacturing130

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,473
256% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in White House Station is $426,200, 51% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,667 (43% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$426,200
51% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,667
43% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,473
256% above US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
In White House Station, 26.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.8% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: White House Station vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.0%
19% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma8.9%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression17.8%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death4,363/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.7/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities387

Crime Rates: White House Station vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

White House Station has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density1,491/sq mi
Coordinates40.6207°N, 74.7735°W
County FIPS34019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 54.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.4%
D 45.7%

Winner: Republican by 6.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.6%
62% above US avg
High School+98.7%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,491/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities387
Restaurants295
Retail Stores437

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Work from Home10.2%

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