Woodbury Heights, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Woodbury Heights is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 3,116. Residents earn $130,101 per year, which is 73% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
3,116 Population 2,493/sq mi density
$130,101 Median Income $50,810 per capita
$260,000 Home Value $356,765 Zillow
$1,353 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
166 Violent Crime/100K 1,956 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$130,101 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$260,000 home value, $1,353/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
166 violent crimes/100K (56% below avg)
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $130,101
73% higher than US avg
Home Value $260,000
8% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 166/100K
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.1%
5% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,353
16% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,116
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density2,493/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$130,101
Per Capita$50,810
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$260,000
Rent$1,353
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$356,765

Crime

F
Violent166/100K
Property1,956/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault33/100K
Burglary298/100K

Health

Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.1%
High School+96.7%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute25 min
Libraries16

Is Woodbury Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodbury Heights receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Woodbury Heights offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodbury Heights is $130,101, which is significantly higher than the national average — 73% above $75,149. This places Woodbury Heights among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodbury Heights is $260,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,353 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Woodbury Heights is below the national average at 166 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,956 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Woodbury Heights enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Woodbury Heights has a population of 3,116 with a density of 2,493 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

3,116
Total Population
2,493
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodbury Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.1%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.9%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodbury Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodbury Heights is $130,101, which is 73% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Woodbury Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$130,101
73% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,810
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,389
County GDP$19,111M

Business (County)

Restaurants585
Healthcare828
Retail887
Manufacturing233

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodbury Heights is $260,000, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,353 (16% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $356,765.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,000
8% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$356,765
Median List Price$364,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$364,400
$/Sq Ft$217
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,353
16% 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-Occupied94.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate3.45%
In Woodbury Heights, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Woodbury Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828
Woodbury Heights has a violent crime rate of 166 per 100,000 residents, 56% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,956 per 100,000 (0% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent165.7/100K
56% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery132.6/100K
Assault33.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,955.6/100K
0% below US avg
Burglary298.3/100K
Theft1,624.1/100K
Vehicle Theft33.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Woodbury Heights has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall23.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density2,493/sq mi
Coordinates39.8133°N, 75.1507°W
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.6%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 2.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.1%
5% below US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,493/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities828
Restaurants585
Retail Stores887

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home6.7%

Nearby Cities

Compare Woodbury Heights with another city: