Shamong Township, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
6,479 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
86.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$124,836 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$443,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,253 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,517 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
96.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Burlington County
2
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro Area
4
New Jersey
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Burlington County
3
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro Area
4
New Jersey
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 32
Feb 3 5 35
Mar 4 2 42
Apr 4 0 53
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 3 0 46
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NJ State Senate District 8, NJ Assembly District 08, NJ
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Schools

Indian Mills Elementary School
2 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Costello Prep
3 miles, E
Indian Mills Memorial School
3 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Tabernacle Elementary School
4 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Divers Academy International
15 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Virtua West Jersey Hospitals
12 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Atlantic City International Airport
24 miles, S • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
28 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
34 miles, N • 1.4 star
Newark Liberty International Airport
69 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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