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Mercer County
  • County in New Jersey

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grade A+
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Public Schools
    grade A+
  2. Housing
    grade C+
  3. Nightlife
    grade A
  4. Good for Families
    grade A+
  5. Diversity
    grade A+
  6. Jobs
    grade B
  7. Weather
    grade C+
  8. Cost of Living
    grade C
  9. Health & Fitness
    grade A
  10. Outdoor Activities
    grade A
  11. Commute
    grade B+

editorial

Mercer County is located in New Jersey with a population of 384,951. Mercer County is one of the best places to live in New Jersey. In Mercer County, most residents own their homes. In Mercer County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Mercer County and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Mercer County are highly rated.

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Real Estate

Median Home Value
$295,400
National
$244,900
Median Rent
$1,361
National
$1,163
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    37%
  • Own
    63%
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Mercer County Rankings

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Crime & Safety

Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Assault
    215
    national  282.7
  • Murder
    7.2
    national  6.1
  • Rape
    24.1
    national  40.7
  • Robbery
    120.6
    national  135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Burglary
    402.9
    national  500.1
  • Theft
    1,189.3
    national  2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    165.9
    national  284

Residents

Diversity
grade A+
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
  • <10 years
    11%
  • 10-17 years
    10%
  • 18-24 years
    11%
  • 25-34 years
    12%
  • 35-44 years
    13%
  • 45-54 years
    14%
  • 55-64 years
    13%
  • 65+ years
    15%
Education Levels
  • Master's degree or higher
    20%
    national  13%
  • Bachelor's degree
    23%
    national  21%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    21%
    national  29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    25%
    national  26%
  • Less than high school diploma
    10%
    national  11%

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