Camden

Camden, New Jersey Overview

Camden faces challenges across several categories, earning a D grade (40.2/100) and ranking #18 of 20 cities in New Jersey. Even so, the city scores 81/100 in Safety — a relative bright spot compared to its Fiscal Health score of 3/100.

Income & Employment in Camden

Camden’s median income of $35,129 is 64% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.5% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 9%.

Cost of Living in Camden

Camden has a cost of living index of 103.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $100,400. Median monthly rent is $1,157. Renters allocate 39.5% of income to rent — above the 30% affordability threshold.

Health & Wellness in Camden

The adult obesity rate in Camden is 40.6%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 18%. Residents report an average of 20.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Jersey ranks #10 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Camden

Camden has a high school graduation rate of 77.6%. The student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $28,841 per student, well above the national median. The city has 22 public schools serving 16,700 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Camden

Camden enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 57.1°F. Summers average 74.3°F. Winters average 41.7°F. Annual precipitation is 48 inches. 11.7% of commuters use public transit.

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