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Camden.
About
Life in Camden
Camden offers genuinely affordable housing and low property taxes compared to the surrounding region, which is significant if cost of living is a priority—median rent sits around $1,226 monthly and median home values near $112,000. The job market is anchored by Rutgers University–Camden, Cooper Medical School, two major hospitals, and Campbell's Soup, providing stable employment in healthcare and education. That said, you should know that median household income is around $40,000, poverty rates remain among the nation's highest, and the population has been declining.
Camden at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
33.3 yrs
Poverty Rate
30.2%
Foreign-Born
18.9%
Broadband Internet
86.4%
of households
Population Growth
-0.5%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics18.9% foreign-born, most often from Dominican Republic
Who lives in Camden: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In Camden, the largest foreign-born group is from Dominican Republic (45.8%), and 42.6% of residents speak Spanish at home.
Under 18
27.5%
of residents
65 and Older
11.4%
of residents
Households with Kids
40.8%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
28.9%
of households
Married Couples
19.2%
of households
Avg Household Size
2.82
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent 29% below NJ average
Rent, home values, and income in Camden
In Camden, rent runs 29% below the NJ average, and home values are 75% below the NJ average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
56.9%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
33.1%
spending 50%+
Cost of Living Index
102.6
metro area (BEA) · US avg = 100
Median Property Tax
$2,302
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
34.4%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1950
median year built
Vacant Homes
10.4%
of housing units
Home Value Trend
Latest: $149,376 (September 2026)
Jobs & Economyunemployment 4.9 pts above NJ average
Unemployment in Camden
Unemployment in Camden is 4.9 percentage points higher than the NJ average.
Unemployment rate
City-level rate · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
City-level (BLS) · Annual averages
What Camden Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Commute23.8 min avg
How Camden residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In Camden, most residents drive alone to work (55%), and 70% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 8 mi
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Major hub14.8M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safety
Crime rates
Crime data not available
No police agency in the FBI's crime data covers Camden, so there's no local crime rate to show.
Natural DisastersThunderstorm Wind most common — 17 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively Moderate
93.2 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Camden County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Camden County, which includes Camden, the most common type is thunderstorm wind, with 17 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 17 | Winter Weather | $15,000 |
| 2024 | 22 | Coastal Flood | $20,000 |
| 2023 | 20 | Thunderstorm Wind | $30,000 |
| 2022 | 19 | Winter Weather | None reported |
| 2021 | 25 | Thunderstorm Wind | None reported |
| 2020 | 18 | Thunderstorm Wind | $250,000 |
| 2019 | 21 | Thunderstorm Wind | None reported |
| 2018 | 17 | Coastal Flood | None reported |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
0 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Camden County, county-wide
Air Quality44 median AQI — Good
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Camden County, which includes Camden, is typically good — 238 good-air days per year.
Median AQI
44
Good Days
238
per year
Moderate Days
123
per year
Unhealthy Days
1
per year
Camden County, county-wide
Climate87°F summers, 30°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
Camden has warm summers (avg high 87°F) and cold winters (avg low 30°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
65°/46°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
87°/69°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
68°/52°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
44°/30°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
50.7"
Annual Snowfall
16.1"
Hot Days/Year
40
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
62
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
122
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 42°F | 28°F | 3.61" |
| Feb | 45°F | 30°F | 3.34" |
| Mar | 54°F | 36°F | 4.54" |
| Apr | 66°F | 46°F | 4.00" |
| May | 76°F | 56°F | 4.06" |
| Jun | 85°F | 66°F | 4.77" |
| Jul | 89°F | 71°F | 4.75" |
| Aug | 87°F | 70°F | 4.95" |
| Sep | 80°F | 63°F | 4.88" |
| Oct | 68°F | 51°F | 4.15" |
| Nov | 56°F | 41°F | 3.37" |
| Dec | 47°F | 33°F | 4.27" |
Healthcare2 hospitals, avg 2.0/5
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in Camden
Camden has 2 hospitals, averaging 2.0 out of 5 on CMS's quality rating — below-average care.
Hospitals
2
within city limits
Uninsured
14.7%
of residents
Avg Hospital Rating
2.0 / 5
Cooper University Hospital
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available
Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available
Nearby hospitals · within 15 miles
Pennsylvania Hospital
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 2.6 mi away · Philadelphia
Wills Eye Hospital
Acute Care Hospitals · 2.7 mi away · Philadelphia
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 2.9 mi away · Philadelphia
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education12.2:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in Camden
Camden's student/teacher ratio is 12.2:1 (lower than the national average of 16:1), and 10.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
23
within city limits
Private Schools
2
within city limits
College Degree Rate
10.1%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Colleges & Universities in Camden
Public · 4-year · 3,753 students · in-state tuition $18,651 · 72% graduate · median earnings $80,490 (10 yrs after entry)
Nearby Colleges (within 15 miles)
Public · 4-year · 20,970 students · in-state tuition $23,824 · 75% graduate · median earnings $71,027 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 13,233 students · in-state tuition $64,212 · 74% graduate · median earnings $92,338 (10 yrs after entry)
Community College of Philadelphia
3.6 mi awayPublic · 2-year · 11,948 students · in-state tuition $4,692 · 19% graduate · median earnings $44,885 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 10,650 students · in-state tuition $71,236 · 97% graduate · median earnings $121,687 (10 yrs after entry)
Public · 2-year · 6,636 students · in-state tuition $4,560 · 29% graduate · median earnings $43,903 (10 yrs after entry)
Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia
8 mi awayPrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 4,948 students · in-state tuition $55,380 · 78% graduate · median earnings $85,980 (10 yrs after entry)
Degree-granting colleges with 100+ students, placed by campus location (main campuses only — branch campuses are reported under their parent school)
Parks & Recreationclosest: Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site, 2 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for Camden
Camden has 8 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site (2 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site
National Historic Site
2 mi awayIndependence National Historical Park
National Historical Park
2 mi awayThaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial
National Memorial
2 mi awayEdgar Allan Poe National Historic Site
National Historic Site
3 mi awayWashington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail
National Historic Trail
17 mi awayValley Forge National Historical Park
National Historical Park
21 mi awayFirst State National Historical Park
National Historical Park
25 mi awayNew Jersey Pinelands National Reserve
National Reserve
26 mi awayPublic Libraries in Camden
Ferry Avenue Branch
852 Ferry Avenue, Camden
Nilsa Cruz-Perez Branch
301 North 5th St, Camden
Cities Near Camden
The closest cities within 60 miles
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Camden FAQ
Is Camden, New Jersey affordable?⌄
Camden's median rent is $1,226/month, which is below the national average, making it relatively affordable. The median household income is $40,546/year. Median home value is $112,000.
What is the job market like in Camden, New Jersey?⌄
Camden has an unemployment rate of 10.1%, which is above the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in Camden, New Jersey?⌄
The cost of living in Camden is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $1,226/month and median household income is $40,546/year. The median home value is $112,000. About 57% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in Camden, New Jersey?⌄
The average commute in Camden is 24 minutes, which is about average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from