Smithville, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for 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
9,260 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$270,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$958 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,243 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Atlantic County
3
Atlantic City-Hammonton Metro Area
3
New Jersey
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Atlantic County
4
Atlantic City-Hammonton Metro Area
5
New Jersey
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (44%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 32
Feb 3 6 35
Mar 4 2 42
Apr 4 0 52
May 3 0 61
Jun 3 0 71
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 3 0 47
Dec 4 3 38

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Smithville Elementary School
<1 miles, S · 2.3star
Port Republic Elementary School
2 miles, N · 4.1star
Galloway Township Middle School
2 miles, W · 2.8star

Colleges

Stockton University
3 miles, W · 2.8star

Hospitals

Shore Medical Center
14 miles, SW · 2.3star
Southern Ocean Medical Center
19 miles, NE · 2.3star
Ancora Psych Hosp
24 miles, NW

Airports

Philadelphia International Airport
48 miles, NW · 4.1star
Trenton Mercer Airport
57 miles, N · 1.4star