Mercer County, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
383,286 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$96,333 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$351,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,114 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,340 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Trenton-Princeton Metro Area
4
New Jersey
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Trenton-Princeton Metro Area
4
New Jersey
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 30
Feb 3 7 33
Mar 4 2 40
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 4 0 54
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 4 3 35

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 64% of residents leaning left and 32% leaning right.

Liberal (65%) (32%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 30%
Hillary Clinton 67%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NJ State Senate District 15, NJ Assembly District 15, NJ
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Schools

Ben Franklin Elementary
<1 miles, W • 3.7 star
The Lawrenceville School
2 miles, NW • 5 star
Lawrence High School
2 miles, W • 3.2 star
Lawrenceville Elementary School
2 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Rider University
2 miles, W • 2.8 star
Mercer County Community College
3 miles, SE • 1.9 star
The College of New Jersey
4 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

St Francis Medical Center
5 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Trenton Mercer Airport
6 miles, W • 1.4 star
Newark Liberty International Airport
40 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Philadelphia International Airport
40 miles, W • 4.1 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
46 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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