Woodstown, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Woodstown is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 3,690. Residents earn $101,855 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,690 Population 2,335/sq mi density
$101,855 Median Income $43,753 per capita
$231,700 Home Value $335,579 Zillow
$1,223 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
115 Violent Crime/100K 2,271 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$101,855 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$231,700 home value, $1,223/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
115 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,855
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $231,700
18% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 115/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.1%
25% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,223
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,690
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density2,335/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,855
Per Capita$43,753
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$7,363M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$231,700
Rent$1,223
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$335,579

Crime

F
Violent115/100K
Property2,271/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault86/100K
Burglary633/100K

Health

Obesity30.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Elevation45 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.1%
High School+93.6%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute27 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Woodstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodstown receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Woodstown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodstown is $101,855, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Woodstown among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodstown is $231,700, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,223 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Woodstown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 115 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,271 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Woodstown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches, including 13.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Woodstown has a population of 3,690 with a density of 2,335 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.5%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 3% Black.

Population

3,690
Total Population
2,335
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodstown is $101,855, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Woodstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,855
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,753
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$71,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,492
County GDP$7,363M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare143
Retail159
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,555
144% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Work from Home17.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodstown is $231,700, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,223 (5% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $335,579.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,700
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$335,579
Median List Price$308,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$308,000
$/Sq Ft$199
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio105.9%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,223
5% 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-Occupied62.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,555
144% above US avg
Effective Rate3.69%
In Woodstown, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death11,685/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access66.7%
Healthcare Facilities143
Woodstown has a violent crime rate of 115 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,271 per 100,000 (16% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent115.0/100K
70% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape28.8/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault86.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,271.4/100K
16% above US avg
Burglary632.6/100K
Theft1,581.4/100K
Vehicle Theft57.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Woodstown has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.6 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall13.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation45 ft (14 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density2,335/sq mi
Coordinates39.6502°N, 75.3262°W
County FIPS34033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.8%
D 39.6%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.1%
25% above US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,335/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities143
Restaurants115
Retail Stores159

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Work from Home17.3%

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