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Wrightstown, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Wrightstown is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 522. Residents earn $52,222 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
522 Population 282/sq mi density
$52,222 Median Income $34,091 per capita
$224,000 Home Value $306,260 Zillow
$1,114 Median Rent 25.5% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$52,222 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$224,000 home value, $1,114/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,222
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $224,000
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,114
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population522
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density282/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 52%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,222
Per Capita$34,091
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$56,807M
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$224,000
Rent$1,114
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$306,260
Housing Units225
Rent Burden25.5%

Health

Obesity33.7%
Uninsured12.6%
Smoking14.7%
Depression16.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation158 ft (48 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 66%
Commute27 min
Broadband88.3%
Libraries14

Is Wrightstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wrightstown receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Wrightstown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wrightstown is $52,222, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wrightstown is $224,000, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,114 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Wrightstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Wrightstown has a population of 522 with a density of 282 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.9%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 36.2% Black.

Population

522
Total Population
282
People / sq mi
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.3%
Female 56.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Wrightstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.5%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.5%
38% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wrightstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wrightstown is $52,222, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Wrightstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,222
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,091
Avg Weekly Wage$1,740
IRS Avg AGI$114,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,677
County GDP$56,807M

Business (County)

Restaurants877
Healthcare1,221
Retail1,189
Manufacturing228

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wrightstown is $224,000, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,114 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $306,260.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$224,000
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$306,260
Median List Price$285,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$285,000
$/Sq Ft$288
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,114
4% below US avg
Rent Burden25.5%

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-Occupied44.4%
Housing Units225
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,072
273% above US avg
Effective Rate5.84%
In Wrightstown, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 16.6% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.8%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression16.6%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Uninsured12.6%
47% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,106
Dentists1:1,182
Mental Health1:244
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits56.7%
Premature Death7,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access99.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,221
Wrightstown has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall24.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation158 ft (48 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density282/sq mi
Coordinates40.0256°N, 74.6319°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 33.9-point margin. 88.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32%
D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 33.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.3%
40% below US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score6.24
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density282/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.3%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,221
Restaurants877
Retail Stores1,189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

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