Woodbridge, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Woodbridge is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 20,086. Residents earn $99,718 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
20,086 Population 4,357/sq mi density
$99,718 Median Income $44,442 per capita
$361,200 Home Value $477,742 Zillow
$2,077 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$99,718 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$361,200 home value, $2,077/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,718
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $361,200
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.3%
2% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,077
79% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population20,086
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density4,357/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 47%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,718
Per Capita$44,442
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$51,947M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$361,200
Rent$2,077
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$477,742

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression13.5%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Elevation38 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.3%
High School+91.6%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 61%
Commute31 min
EV Stations9
Libraries24

Is Woodbridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodbridge receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Woodbridge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodbridge is $99,718, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Woodbridge among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodbridge is $361,200, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,077 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Woodbridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Woodbridge has a population of 20,086 with a density of 4,357 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.7%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 12.1% Black.

Population

20,086
Total Population
4,357
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodbridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only59.1%
25% below US avg
Spanish40.9%
205% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodbridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodbridge is $99,718, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Woodbridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,718
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,442
Avg Weekly Wage$1,622
IRS Avg AGI$109,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)16,571
County GDP$51,947M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,317
Healthcare1,591
Retail1,861
Manufacturing523

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,532
287% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodbridge is $361,200, 28% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,077 (79% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $477,742.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$361,200
28% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$477,742
Median List Price$479,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$479,900
$/Sq Ft$340
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio102.6%
Price Drops8.5%
Inventory59

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,077
79% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,487

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-Occupied52.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,532
287% above US avg
Effective Rate3.75%
In Woodbridge, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 13.5% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma8.7%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression13.5%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death6,477/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access99.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,591

Crime Rates: Woodbridge vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Safety Score

Woodbridge has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation38 ft (12 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.9 km²)
Population Density4,357/sq mi
Coordinates40.5529°N, 74.2869°W
County FIPS34039
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37%
D 61.2%

Winner: Democrat by 24.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.3%
2% above US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,357/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations9
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities1,591
Restaurants1,317
Retail Stores1,861

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Work from Home11.5%

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