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Woodbridge, New Jersey

       
Total population 19,313 Average January/July temperatures 27.3° / 73.8°
Median home price $ 285,000 Annual Precipitation 42.81 in. /yr.
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Woodbridge, New Jersey

Woodbridge has easy access to both beach and the big city.

Climate
This township has a moderate climate with all four seasons.
Cultural Attractions
The Barron Arts Center, a historic site, holds various exhibitions throughout the year.
Fun Fact
At nearly 350 years old, Woodbridge is the oldest incorporated community in New Jersey.
Geography
Woodbridge is located in North Jersey, less than an hour from New York City.
Recreation
The excitement of  New York and a Knicks game is a short ride away.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 36.15 ° / 18.41 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 85.12 ° / 62.53 °
Precipitation (?) 42.81 in. /yr.
% Sunny days per year (?) N/A
Index score for various storm types (lower is better) (?) 103
Index score for air quality (lower is better) (?) 100
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 285,000
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?) $58380.0
Median household income, all ages(?) $60005
Maximum state income tax (?) 8.97 %
State sales tax (?) 7 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .200 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 12
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 23
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?) 35
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?) 249
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 0
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 12
Number of libraries within the county (?) 37
Number of museums within the county (?) 16
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 3
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 19,313
Population density (?) 4,986 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 33.4% growth
Population over 55 (?) 4,686 people
Education (?) 29 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 28
Number of clinics within the county (?) 66
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 233
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