What are the schools like in Vauxhall, NJ?

Vauxhall is served primarily by South Orange-Maplewood School District. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.1:1.

What is the median household income in Vauxhall?

The median household income in Vauxhall, NJ is $100,811 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.6%.

What is the weather like in Vauxhall, NJ?

Vauxhall has an average high temperature of 40.2°F in January and 85.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 26.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Vauxhall, NJ affordable or expensive?

Vauxhall's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Vauxhall is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $340,400 and the median rent is $1,782 per month.

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

Vauxhall has a violent crime rate of 166.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1037.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Vauxhall, NJ a Good Place to Live?

Vauxhall is a small town of 5,331 in New Jersey, with a median household income of $100,811 and a 5.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Vauxhall stands out for solid school ratings (B+).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Vauxhall is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Vauxhall 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: 112.5

Vauxhall's overall cost of living index is 112.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Vauxhall costs roughly 12% more than the average American city.

Metric	Vauxhall, NJ	National Avg
Median Home Value	$340,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,782	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	59.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$100,811	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Vauxhall's violent crime rate is 166.8 per 100,000 residents — 56% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

166.8 /100k

Property Crime

1037.5 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Vauxhall is served primarily by South Orange-Maplewood School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Vauxhall, NJ	National Avg
School District	South Orange-Maplewood School District	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	30.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Vauxhall sees average highs of 40.2°F in January and 85.9°F in July, with 48.2 inches of annual precipitation and 26.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Vauxhall, NJ
Average High — January	40.2°F
Average High — July	85.9°F
Annual Precipitation	48.2"
Annual Snowfall	26.3"

Demographics

Metric	Vauxhall, NJ	National Avg
Population	5,331	—
Median Age	42.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	10.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	75.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	11.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.6%	6.3%
Under 18	23.3%	22.2%
65 and over	17.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Union, NJ 2 mi Springfield, NJ 2 mi Connecticut Farms, NJ 2 mi Kenilworth, NJ 3 mi Short Hills, NJ 3 mi

ZIP Codes in Vauxhall

Vauxhall, NJ is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

07088 07040

Vauxhall vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vauxhall, NJ affordable or expensive?

Vauxhall's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Vauxhall roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $340,400 and median rent is $1,782/month.

What is the crime rate in Vauxhall, NJ?

Vauxhall's violent crime rate is 166.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1037.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Vauxhall?

Public schools in Vauxhall are operated by South Orange-Maplewood School District. The district has 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1. 30.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Vauxhall, NJ a good place to live?

Vauxhall, NJ has a population of 5,331, a median household income of $100,811, and an unemployment rate of 5.6%. 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 Vauxhall?

Vauxhall averages 40.2°F in January and 85.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 48.2 inches with about 26.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Vauxhall?

Vauxhall, NJ is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 07088, 07040.

What is the population of Vauxhall?

The population of Vauxhall, New Jersey is 5,331 with a median age of 42.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Vauxhall?

Key numbers for living in Vauxhall: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $340,400, median household income $100,811, crime index 46 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Vauxhall side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.