Bayonne

Bayonne, New Jersey Overview

Bayonne ranks #3 of 20 cities in New Jersey, earning a B+ grade with a composite score of 58.0/100. The city stands out in Safety (79/100) and Education (78/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Bayonne

Bayonne’s median income of $73,669 is 24% below the state median, but positive population growth of 3.7% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 5.2%.

Safety in Bayonne

Bayonne’s violent crime rate of 266.1 per 100,000 runs above the New Jersey average of 195. The property crime rate is 1465.9 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Bayonne

Bayonne has a cost of living index of 112.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $446,100. Median monthly rent is $1,593. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Bayonne

The adult obesity rate in Bayonne is 29.1% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.6%. Residents report an average of 15.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Jersey ranks #10 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Bayonne

Bayonne has a high school graduation rate of 87%. The student-teacher ratio of 12.4:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $22,001 per student, well above the national median. The city has 13 public schools serving 10,271 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Bayonne

The annual average temperature in Bayonne is 53.7°F. Summers average 70.5°F. Winters average 38.5°F. Precipitation is abundant at 60.5 inches per year. 20.1% of commuters use public transit.

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