Chester, NJ A+

Population: 1,591
Home Price: $498,300

Overview

Chester is a small town in the state of New Jersey with a population of 1,591. Chester has a hot summer and mild winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors

Quality of Life Summary

  • Area Size: Small Town
  • Living Costs: Very High Cost
  • Employment: (B) Good
  • Cultural Diversity: (C) Average
  • Residents: Families
  • School Rating: (A) Excellent
  • Safety Rating: (A) Excellent
  • Public Transport: (A) Excellent
  • Average Commute: 29.7 minutes
  • Walkability: (A) Excellent
  • Climate: Hot Summer and Mild Winter
  • Shopping Mall: Yes
  • Near Beach or Lake: Yes
  • Near Mountains: -
  • Near Parks & Green Space: Yes

Social and Economic Statistics of Chester, NJ

Employment and Income Chester New Jersey United States
Per Capita Income $63,084 $49,878 $32,693
Median Household Income $126,806 $103,503 $65,483
Unemployment Rate 2.3% 5.9% 5.7%
Poverty Rate 0.9% 5.1% 10.5%
Age Chester New Jersey United States
Median Age 45.1 44.2 42.3


Gender Chester New Jersey United States
Male 51.4% 48.7% 49.8%
Female 48.6% 51.3% 50.2%


Race Chester New Jersey United States
White 88.6% 76.5% 80.3%
Black or African American 2.0% 6.9% 7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native 1.3% 0.3% 2.7%
Asian 1.1% 7.3% 1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander 0.0% 0.0% 0.2%
Other Race 3.1% 3.8% 2.7%
Multiracial 4.0% 5.2% 5.2%
Housing Information Chester New Jersey United States
Median Home Price $498,300 $395,383 $208,542
Median Monthly Rent $1,500 $1,444 $801
Family Households 62.5% 62.5% 48.6%
Nonfamily Households 26.2% 26.2% 26.2%
Homeowners 75.5% 73.8% 72.9%
Renters 24.5% 26.2% 27.1%
Education Chester New Jersey United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent 3.1% 4.3% 7.5%
Some College, no Degree 22.3% 22.3% 34.0%
Associate's Degree 8.3% 16.5% 21.2%
Bachelor's Degree 5.3% 7.6% 9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree 34.7% 26.1% 15.0%
Proficiency Chester New Jersey United States
Mathematics 69.7% 50.7% 46.8%
Reading/Language Arts 77.7% 60.4% 50.7%

Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People

Violent Crime Chester New Jersey United States
Murder 0.0 1.5 3.0
Rape 0.0 11.2 38.0
Robbery 0.0 32.0 40.7
Assault 0.0 84.2 188.5


Property Crime Chester New Jersey United States
Burglary 61.2 192.5 336.1
Theft 733.9 1502.0 1913.7
Vehicle Theft 0.0 89.1 167.1
Arson 0.0 3.7 10.5

Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Chester, NJ

  • an environmentally
  • happy hour
  • chinese food
  • comfort food
  • restaurant
  • culinary
  • pizza
  • beer
  • delicious
  • italian
  • gmofree
  • grilled chicken
  • craft beer
  • baking
  • beverages
  • ice cream
  • foodstuffs
  • tasty
  • skincare
  • cigars
  • lacrosse
  • football
  • basketball
  • baseball
  • hs football
  • girlslax
  • college football
  • soccer
  • country music
  • fantasy football
  • chicago sports
  • hockey player
  • softball
  • minnesota sports
  • cleveland sports
  • ncaa
  • hockey
  • major league
  • footballbasketballbaseball
  • classic rock
  • nft
  • library
  • collection
  • nfts
  • creative
  • creative writing
  • visual arts
  • artist curator
  • gallerist
  • nature
  • photography
  • creation
  • visual
  • designs
  • performing arts
  • renaissance
  • crafts
  • craft
  • drawing
  • artists
  • spending time
  • philadelphia eagles
  • outdoors
  • books
  • memorabilia
  • fitness
  • nonsport
  • photography
  • motorcycles
  • cigars
  • computers
  • fishing
  • njdevils
  • junk
  • hiking
  • ttrpgs
  • comics
  • collector
  • collectibles
  • niche
  • sports
  • family friendly
  • digital media
  • marketing
  • classic rock
  • pop culture
  • hub
  • outdoor
  • creative
  • government politics
  • arts
  • educational
  • executive producer
  • photography
  • advertising
  • tv
  • podcasts
  • performing arts
  • celebrity
  • comedy
  • sports
  • family friendly
  • space
  • summer
  • winter
  • warm weather
  • outdoor living
  • rock climbing
  • arts
  • pet friendly
  • playgroups
  • mountain
  • pool
  • stateofthe art
  • ski
  • nature
  • photography
  • rec
  • backyard
  • beaches
  • auction closes
  • shoppe
  • amazon
  • yard sale
  • order online
  • restaurant
  • coffee shop
  • clothing
  • upholstery
  • nonsport
  • tasting room
  • auctions
  • packages
  • deals
  • furniture
  • brands
  • advertising
  • designs
  • pantry
  • crafts

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