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Woodbine, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Woodbine is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,083. Residents earn $45,179 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,083 Population 260/sq mi density
$45,179 Median Income $26,167 per capita
$199,800 Home Value $316,576 Zillow
$885 Median Rent 32.3% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$45,179 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$199,800 home value, $885/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,179
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $199,800
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $885
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.6%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.4%
48% higher than US avg

How Woodbine Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,083
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density260/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 49%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,179
Per Capita$26,167
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty18.4%
County GDP$7,801M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$199,800
Rent$885
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$316,576
Housing Units1,208
Rent Burden32.3%

Health

Obesity43.6%
Uninsured19.5%
Smoking21.7%
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation31 ft (9 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+78.1%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute22 min
Broadband92.9%
EV Stations4
Libraries13

Is Woodbine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodbine receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Woodbine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodbine is $45,179, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodbine is $199,800, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $885 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Woodbine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Woodbine has a population of 2,083 with a density of 260 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.7%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 24.9% Black.

Population

2,083
Total Population
260
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
8.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodbine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.3%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.7%
32% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodbine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodbine is $45,179, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Woodbine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,179
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,167
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$89,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.4%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,020
County GDP$7,801M

Business (County)

Restaurants889
Healthcare236
Retail613
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodbine is $199,800, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $885 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $316,576.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$199,800
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$316,576

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$885
24% below US avg
Rent Burden32.3%

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-Occupied58.8%
Housing Units1,208
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Rate4.13%
In Woodbine, 43.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% of residents lack health insurance. 21.7% are current smokers. 20.0% report depression. 35.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Woodbine vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.6%
36% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure37.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD9.0%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.7%
55% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity35.1%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress17.9%
Short Sleep41.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured19.5%
127% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits44.6%
Premature Death9,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access92.0%
Healthcare Facilities236
Woodbine has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation31 ft (9 m)
Area8.0 sq mi (20.8 km²)
Population Density260/sq mi
Coordinates39.2284°N, 74.8096°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34009
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.3-point margin. 92.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+78.1%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score6.24
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density260/sq mi
Total Area8.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities236
Restaurants889
Retail Stores613

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home1.0%

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