New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Woodbury is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 9,992. Residents earn $74,769 per year, which is 1% below the national average.
Based on current data, Woodbury receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Woodbury offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Woodbury is $74,769, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Woodbury is $207,900, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $957 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Woodbury is below the national average at 308 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,766 per 100,000, 143% above the national average.
28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Woodbury 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.
| English Only | 87.1% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 12.9% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $74,769 |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,841 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,117 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,010 |
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.8% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,389 |
| County GDP | $19,111M |
| Restaurants | 585 |
| Healthcare | 828 |
| Retail | 887 |
| Manufacturing | 233 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,977 |
| 156% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.32% |
| Commute Time | 24.8 min |
| Work from Home | 11.6% |
| Census Median | $207,900 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $329,237 |
| Median List Price | $285,000 |
| Median List Price | $285,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $200 |
| Homes Sold | 9 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.3% |
| Price Drops | 27.3% |
| Inventory | 11 |
| Census Median Rent | $957 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,017 |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,977 |
| 156% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.32% |
| Obesity | 36.1% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.4% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 19.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 7,587/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 828 |
| Total Violent | 307.8/100K |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 288.0/100K |
| Assault | 19.9/100K |
| Total Property | 4,766.2/100K |
| 143% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 814.2/100K |
| Theft | 3,793.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 158.9/100K |
| Arson | 9.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 39 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 44.1 inches |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 23.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 53 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,947/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8379°N, 75.1515°W |
| County FIPS | 34015 |
Winner: Republican by 2.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 28.7% |
| 15% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.5% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 4,947/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 16 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 828 |
| Restaurants | 585 |
| Retail Stores | 887 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 39 |
| Avg Commute | 24.8 min |
| Work from Home | 11.6% |