What are the schools like in Richland, NJ?

Richland is served primarily by Buena Regional School District. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.2:1.

What is the median household income in Richland?

The median household income in Richland, NJ is N/A according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 13.7%.

What is the weather like in Richland, NJ?

Richland has an average high temperature of 43.2°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 22.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Richland, NJ affordable or expensive?

Richland's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Richland is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $234,200 and the median rent is N/A per month.

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

Richland has a violent crime rate of 329.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1468.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Richland, NJ a Good Place to Live?

Richland is a small town of 518 in New Jersey, with a median household income of N/A and a 13.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Richland stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

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

All Richland 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

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

Metric	Richland, NJ	National Avg
Median Home Value	$234,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	100.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	N/A	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Richland's violent crime rate is 329.6 per 100,000 residents — 13% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

329.6 /100k

Property Crime

1468.5 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Richland is served primarily by Buena Regional School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Richland, NJ	National Avg
School District	Buena Regional School District	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	80.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Richland sees average highs of 43.2°F in January and 86.5°F in July, with 48.0 inches of annual precipitation and 22.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Richland, NJ
Average High — January	43.2°F
Average High — July	86.5°F
Annual Precipitation	48.0"
Annual Snowfall	22.0"

Demographics

Metric	Richland, NJ	National Avg
Population	518	—
Median Age	54.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	13.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	73.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	10.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	14.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	12.0%	22.2%
65 and over	7.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

East Vineland, NJ 1 mi Mizpah, NJ 3 mi Milmay, NJ 4 mi Buena, NJ 4 mi Newtonville, NJ 5 mi

ZIP Codes in Richland

Richland, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code:

08350

Richland vs Other Cities

Richland, NJ vs East Vineland, NJ Richland, NJ vs Mizpah, NJ Richland, NJ vs Milmay, NJ Richland, NJ vs Buena, NJ Richland, NJ vs Newtonville, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richland, NJ affordable or expensive?

Richland's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Richland roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $234,200 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Richland, NJ?

Richland's violent crime rate is 329.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1468.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Richland?

Public schools in Richland are operated by Buena Regional School District. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.2:1. 10.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Richland, NJ a good place to live?

Richland, NJ has a population of 518, a median household income of N/A, and an unemployment rate of 13.7%. 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 Richland?

Richland averages 43.2°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 48.0 inches with about 22.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Richland?

Richland, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code: 08350.

What is the population of Richland?

The population of Richland, New Jersey is 518 with a median age of 54.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Richland?

Key numbers for living in Richland: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $234,200, median household income N/A, crime index 80 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Richland side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.