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Roosevelt, NJ


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Roosevelt, New Jersey

Roosevelt, New Jersey, in Monmouth county, is 14 miles E of Trenton, New Jersey (center to center) and 39 miles SW of Newark, New Jersey. There are an estimated 933 people in the town.

The People and Families of Roosevelt

In Roosevelt, about 64% of adults are married. Many folks in Roosevelt are married and settled down. Families have pride of place in the town, and much of the housing seems designed with families in mind.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Roosevelt had a median family income of $67,019. Roosevelt has a large middle class. It's worth mentioning that smart, educated people feel at home in the town. A tendency for its residents to work at home is one of the things that define the lifestyle in Roosevelt.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, John Kerry was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($1,100) in Roosevelt. Party contributions tended to flow to the Democratic team.

Roosevelt Housing

Approximately 85% of housing in Roosevelt is owner-occupied. Dwellings tend to be older, with average home age more advanced in the town than you'll find in other towns. Property taxes are a bit high in Roosevelt, which may indicate the community's investment in its schools and infrastructure.

Commuting

In Roosevelt, 90% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Roosevelt strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Jersey):

CategoryTrophy
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyRoosevelt People in Middle Class or Better
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyRoosevelt College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Roosevelt Median Family Income
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Roosevelt Low Rate of Poverty
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Roosevelt Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Roosevelt Well-Paid Single Men

Comparative Profile of Roosevelt, NJ

Comparing Roosevelt to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Women93
Well-Paid Single Men93
Racial Diversity84
Age of the Population88
Male Share of the Population64
Female Share of the Population67
Senior Citizens34
Children Under 5 Years Old32

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married97
Average Household Size97

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better109
College Educated Adults108
Median Family Income105
People Above Poverty96

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home1010
Public Transportation Use82
Walking and Biking to Work75
Short Commute Times13

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals54
Seasonal and Vacation Housing57
People Living Alone23
Housing Recently Built11
Affordability of Rents16
Affordability of Property Taxes13
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