Woodbury, NJ

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.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
9,992 Population 4,947/sq mi density
$74,769 Median Income $37,841 per capita
$207,900 Home Value $329,237 Zillow
$957 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
308 Violent Crime/100K 4,766 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$74,769 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$207,900 home value, $957/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
308 violent crimes/100K (19% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,769
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $207,900
26% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 308/100K
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.7%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $957
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population9,992
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density4,947/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 53%

Economy

B+
Median Income$74,769
Per Capita$37,841
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$19,111M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$207,900
Rent$957
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$329,237

Crime

F
Violent308/100K
Property4,766/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault20/100K
Burglary814/100K

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation53 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.7%
High School+87.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute25 min
EV Stations2
Libraries16

Is Woodbury a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Woodbury has a population of 9,992 with a density of 4,947 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.8%), with 24.7% Black.

Population

9,992
Total Population
4,947
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.1%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.9%
4% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodbury is $74,769, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Woodbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,769
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,841
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$90,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above 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 Rate4.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodbury is $207,900, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $957 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $329,237.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,900
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$329,237
Median List Price$285,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$285,000
$/Sq Ft$200
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio101.3%
Price Drops27.3%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$957
18% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,017

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-Occupied65.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,977
156% above US avg
Effective Rate4.32%
In Woodbury, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure37.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death7,587/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.4%
Healthcare Facilities828
Woodbury has a violent crime rate of 308 per 100,000 residents, 19% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,766 per 100,000 (143% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent307.8/100K
19% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery288.0/100K
Assault19.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,766.2/100K
143% above US avg
Burglary814.2/100K
Theft3,793.1/100K
Vehicle Theft158.9/100K
Arson9.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)39

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Woodbury 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

Elevation53 ft (16 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density4,947/sq mi
Coordinates39.8379°N, 75.1515°W
County FIPS34015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% 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+28.7%
15% below US avg
High School+87.5%
School Test Score6.24
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,947/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities828
Restaurants585
Retail Stores887

Safety & Disasters

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

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Work from Home11.6%

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