What are the schools like in Absecon, NJ?

Absecon is served primarily by Absecon Public Schools District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.4:1.

What is the median household income in Absecon?

The median household income in Absecon, NJ is $73,141 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.7%.

What is the weather like in Absecon, NJ?

Absecon has an average high temperature of 43.2°F in January and 86.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 17.4 inches.

Absecon, NJ Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Absecon, NJ affordable or expensive?

Absecon's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Absecon is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $225,900 and the median rent is $1,697 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Absecon, NJ?

Absecon has a violent crime rate of 197.0 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2167.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Absecon, NJ a Good Place to Live?

Absecon is a small town of 9,086 in New Jersey, with a median household income of $73,141 and a 8.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Absecon stands out for below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A+), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Absecon is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Absecon city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 97.2

Absecon's overall cost of living index is 97.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Absecon costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Absecon, NJ	National Avg
Median Home Value	$225,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,697	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	73.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$73,141	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Absecon's violent crime rate is 197.0 per 100,000 residents — 48% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

197.0 /100k

Property Crime

2167.5 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Absecon is served primarily by Absecon Public Schools District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Absecon, NJ	National Avg
School District	Absecon Public Schools District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	31.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Absecon sees average highs of 43.2°F in January and 86.6°F in July, with 46.0 inches of annual precipitation and 17.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Absecon, NJ
Average High — January	43.2°F
Average High — July	86.6°F
Annual Precipitation	46.0"
Annual Snowfall	17.4"

Demographics

Metric	Absecon, NJ	National Avg
Population	9,086	—
Median Age	37.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	72.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	8.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	11.0%	18.9%
Asian	3.2%	6.3%
Under 18	22.3%	22.2%
65 and over	19.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Absecon Highlands, NJ 2 mi Pleasantville, NJ 3 mi Atlantic City, NJ 4 mi Pomona, NJ 4 mi Oceanville, NJ 5 mi

ZIP Codes in Absecon

Absecon, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code:

08201

Absecon vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Absecon, NJ affordable or expensive?

Absecon's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Absecon roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $225,900 and median rent is $1,697/month.

What is the crime rate in Absecon, NJ?

Absecon's violent crime rate is 197.0 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2167.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Absecon?

Public schools in Absecon are operated by Absecon Public Schools District. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.4:1. 31.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Absecon, NJ a good place to live?

Absecon, NJ has a population of 9,086, a median household income of $73,141, and an unemployment rate of 8.7%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Absecon?

Absecon averages 43.2°F in January and 86.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 46.0 inches with about 17.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Absecon?

Absecon, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code: 08201.

What is the population of Absecon?

The population of Absecon, New Jersey is 9,086 with a median age of 37.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Absecon?

Key numbers for living in Absecon: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $225,900, median household income $73,141, crime index 72 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Absecon side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.