Livability Score

70
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (4) F
Cafe Excellence
Coffee Shop
Jacob's Cafe
Coffee Shop
Bridge Cafe
Coffee Shop
Eggcellent Cafe
Coffee Shop
Bodhi Coffee
Coffee Shop
Philadelphia Java Co.
Coffee Shop
Eggcellent Cafe
Coffee Shop
Customs Coffee House (Double Shots)
Coffee Shop
Ben & Betsy's Coffee & Gifts
Coffee Shop
Ox Coffee
Coffee Shop
Old City Coffee
Coffee Shop
Square One Cafe
Coffee Shop
FRIEDA
Coffee Shop
ICI Macarons & Cafe
Coffee Shop
United by Blue
Coffee Shop
Menagerie Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
OCF Coffee House
Coffee Shop
Fitz and Starts
Coffee Shop
Red Hook Coffee & Tea
Coffee Shop
Milk and Honey Cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
3J's cafe
Coffee Shop
Cafe Ole
Coffee Shop
Bagel Factory On Independence
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (23) F
Camden County Historical Society
Museum
Walt Whitman House
Museum
Stedman Gallery Stage
Theatre Arts
Stedman Gallery
Museum
Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
Theatre Arts
South Camden Theater Company
Theatre Arts
Camden Shipyard & Maritime Museum
Museum
Nardi Theater
Theatre Arts
Arrow Head Train & Station
Attraction
Battleship New Jersey Museum
Museum
Camden Children's Garden
Attraction
Butterfly House
Zoo
Penguin Park Exhibit
Aquarium
Carousel
Attraction
USS New Jersey
Attraction
Amphitheatre
Theatre Arts
Wiggins Riverfront Stage
Theatre Arts
3D Theater
Theatre Arts
Adventure Aquarium
Aquarium
La Frontera
Nightclub
USS Olympia
Attraction
USS Becuna
Attraction
Great Plaza at Penn's Landing Amphitheater
Theatre Arts
Independence Seaport Museum
Museum
Scottish Rite Auditorium
Theatre Arts
Food and Drink (98) A+
Bundy's Joker's Wild
Bar
Sanwar Pizzaria
Fast Food
Bert's Steaks and Subs
Fast Food
J.S. Breakfast
Fast Food
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Famous Pizza
Fast Food
Kaighn's Bar
Bar
Hung Wan
Fast Food
Bill's Liquor Store
Alcohol
Luby Vann Jam Lounge
Bar
Super Crown Chicken
Fast Food
Fresh Donuts
Fast Food
Krystal's Lounge
Bar
Super Wok
Fast Food
Eddie's Liquor
Alcohol
Coamo Social Club
Bar
7th & Kaighn Lounge
Bar
Charlie's Place
Bar
Schmensky's
Bar
Sicilian Pizza
Fast Food
Fu Xing
Fast Food
Domino's
Fast Food
Hing San's
Fast Food
Off Broadway Lounge
Bar
Carool's Discount Liquor
Alcohol
Fitness (11) A+
Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center
Community Centre
Charles "Poppy" Shapp Community Center
Community Centre
Hope Community Outreach Center
Community Centre
Broadway Fitness
Gym
United Neighbors of Whitman Park Community Center
Community Centre
McGuire Community Center
Community Centre
Athletics and Fitness Center
Gym
Cramer Hill Community Center
Community Centre
Sweat Fitness
Gym
Old Pine Community Center
Community Centre
Pingpod
Gym
Go Vertical - Indoor Rock Climbing Gym
Gym
Malandra Hall
Community Centre
Philadelphia Sports Club: Society Hill
Gym
Riva Health & Wellness
Gym
City Fitness Northern Liberties
Gym
Collingswood Community Center
Community Centre
Crossfit Love
Gym
Fortitude & Co
Gym
Warhorse Barbell Club
Gym
Relentless Fitness
Gym
Amrita Yoga and Wellness
Gym
Fitness Works
Gym
Balance Studios
Gym
Philadelphia Barbell
Gym
Groceries (24) C-
Giambrone's Meats
Butcher
Atlas Fish & Produce
Seafood
Respond, Inc. Bakery
Bakery
The New Village Supermarket
Grocery Store
Universal Supermarket
Grocery Store
El Vivero
Butcher
Cousin's Supermarket
Grocery Store
J&H Fresh Fish & Live Crabs
Seafood
Live Crab
Seafood
Riverfront Supermarket
Grocery Store
Tienda Cordarro Pasteleria
Bakery
Pasteleria Y Panaderia El Payaso
Bakery
Freddy's Grocery
Grocery Store
Catelli Brothers
Butcher
ALDI
Grocery Store
Crabs Plus
Seafood
Mario's Live Poultry
Butcher
Roldany Meat Market
Butcher
Compare Foods
Grocery Store
Cafe Tinto
Bakery
Harvinskins Seafood Market & Cafe
Seafood
Lynn's Bakery
Bakery
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
Santana's Bakery
Bakery
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Parks (167) A+
Spruce Street Park
Park
7th & Clinton St. Park
Park
Bradley and Ormond Park
Park
Cooper Commons Park
Park
Farnham Park
Park
Gateway Park
Park
4th & Washington St. Park
Park
Roosevelt Plaza Park
Park
Benjamin Franklin Bridge Plaza
Park
Elijah Perry Park
Park
Whitman Park
Park
Northgate II Park
Park
Cramer Hill Waterfront Park
Park
Northgate II Park
Park
Johnson Park
Park
Church Playground
Park
Liney Ditch Park
Park
Eastside Park
Park
Ulysses Wiggins Waterfront Park
Park
Pyne Point Park
Park
Ulysses Wiggins Waterfront Park
Park
Waterfront South Rain Gardens
Park
Alberta Woods Park
Park
Waterfront Walkway
Park
Phoenix Park
Park
Shops (306) A+
R D Grocery
Convenience Store
Kizzazz Hair Studio
Hairdresser
India Food Market
Convenience Store
Jim's Supermarket
Convenience Store
Final Touch Barber Shop
Hairdresser
Exclusive Cuts
Clothing
Parkside Food Market & Deli
Convenience Store
Beauty Heaven
Beauty
Raissa Hair Braiding
Hairdresser
Quazee's Hair Company
Hairdresser
Speedway
Convenience Store
Arias Mini Mart
Convenience Store
Stelwagon Roofing Supply
Home Improvement
Halal Foods Plus
Convenience Store
Dollar Plus
Discount Store
Metro by T-Mobile
Electronics
Yoyo's African Hair Braiding
Hairdresser
Next Level
Hairdresser
Fortuna Mini Mart
Convenience Store
Nails
Beauty
Eddy's Grocery
Convenience Store
Pee Wei's Tonsorial Parlor
Hairdresser
Zapata Grocery
Convenience Store
Fashion House
Clothing
Matou's African Hair Braiding
Hairdresser
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 12.7% take public transportation in Camden.
Public Transit Stops (12)
Stops & Stations B+
Walter Rand Transportation Center (bus)
Bus Station
Broadway
Transit Station
Walter Rand Transportation Center
Transit Station
City Hall
Transit Station
Entertainment Center
Transit Station
Cooper Street–Rutgers
Transit Station
Ferry Avenue
Transit Station
Adventure Aquarium
Transit Station
Chestnut Street & South 2nd Street
Bus Stop
2nd Street
Transit Station
57 To Fern Rock
Bus Stop
57 To Fern Rock
Bus Stop
57 To Fern Rock
Bus Stop
57 To Whitman Plaza
Bus Stop
36th Street
Transit Station
57 To Fern Rock
Bus Stop
57 To Whitman Plaza
Bus Stop
Market Street & South 3rd Street
Bus Stop
42 To Wyncote
Bus Stop
57 To Whitman Plaza
Bus Stop
57 To Whitman Plaza
Bus Stop
57 To Whitman Plaza
Bus Stop
57 To Whitman Plaza
Bus Stop
57 To Whitman Plaza
Bus Stop
57 To Whitman Plaza
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
12.7% A-
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cost of living B+

The cost of living in Camden is 91/100 - which is 25% lower than New Jersey.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. B
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax F
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crime F

Camden crime rates are 4,322 per 100k, which is 167% higher than New Jersey
Property Crime
2,751 crimes per 100k F
Violent Crime
1,571 crimes per 100k F
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employment F

The median income in Camden is $28,623 - which is 61% lower than New Jersey.
Med. Household Income
$28,623 F
Unemployment Rate
7.7% F
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health A

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (47)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Camden Fire Department Squad Company 7
Fire Station
Richland Creek Dental
Dentist
Rexall Drug
Pharmacy
Parkside Adolescent & Adult Medical Clinic
Clinic
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Virtua Health & Wellness Center - Camden
Hospital
Cooper University Hospital
Hospital
Family Dentist D.D.S.
Dentist
Reliance Medical Group-West
Doctor
Camden Police
Police
Camden County Police
Police
Doganieros' Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Planned Parenthood of Southern New Jersey, INC
Clinic
Abigail House
Nursing Home
New Jersey Transit Police Department
Police
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Camden Dental Associates
Dentist
Jacob Dental Center
Dentist
Camden Fire Department First Battalion Headquarters
Fire Station
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center
Hospital
Camden Company 3 Fire Station
Fire Station
Waterfront Detal
Dentist
Northgate Family Pharmacy
Pharmacy
San Antonio Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Air Quality
Median Air Quality F
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housing B+

Camden home prices are $82,500 - which is 74% lower than New Jersey
Home Price
$82,500 F
Home Appreciation Rate
-0% C
Home Affordability
2.9x (home price to income ratio) A-
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schools F

The Camden graduation rate is 63% - which is 27% lower than New Jersey
School Test Scores
19% F
High School Grad. Rates
63% F
Elementary Schools (31) A+
Early Childhood Development Center
Forest Hill School
Environment Community Opportunity (Eco) Charter School
Camden Virtua Excel?
Freedom Prep Charter School
Kipp: Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation
Hope Community Cs
Camden Prep Inc.
Dr. Ulysses S. Wiggins College Preparatory Lab Schoo
Camden Community Charter School
Thomas H. Dudley Family School
Camden Big Picture Learning Academy
Charles Sumner Elementary School
Jdt Christian Academy
Leap Academy University Charter School
Pride Academy
Riletta Twyne Cream Family School
Mastery Schools Of Camden Inc.
Holy Name School
Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School
A E Burling Elementary School
A.E. Burling High School
Veterans Memorial Family School
Alfred Cramer College Preparatory Lab School
Woodlynne Boro Public School
High Schools (14) A+
Camden High School
Camden Virtua Excel?
Freedom Prep Charter School
Camden Virtua Insight?
Camden Virtua Kids In Transition
Camden Big Picture Learning Academy
Jdt Christian Academy
Leap Academy University Charter School
Dr. Charles E. Brimm Medical Arts High School
Pride Academy
Mastery Schools Of Camden Inc.
A.E. Burling High School
Creative Arts Morgan Village Academy
Woodrow Wilson High School
Camden'S Promise Charter School
Urban Promise Academy
Camden County Technical School-Pennsauken
Collingswood High School
Bishop Eustace Prep School
Mastery Chs - Lenfest Campus
Furness Horace Hs
Charter High School For Architecture And
Constitution Hs
Penn Treaty Sch
Oaklyn Public School
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ratings F

Camden has an overall rating of 46% from 18 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes D-
User Surveys (17)
From AreaVibes F
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Camden, NJ - Not My First Choice 2.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jul 27, 2010) Camden, NJ may have once been an industrial center and a decent city, unfortunately those days appear to be long gone. I visited Camden, NJ in 2009 for about three days. I also lived in NJ my entire life and have passed through Camden, NJ on several different occasions. There are ...Read More no attractions that really warrant a visit to Camden, NJ.

Camden, NJ may be a decent location to find a cheap hotel in NJ if you want to avoid the high pricing of surrounding areas. Camden, NJ has a rather run down feel and there is a high-level of street violence. I did not experience any violence while I was there although I noticed many shady neighborhoods.

If you must stay in Camden, NJ there are several things you can do to make the best of the stay. One of the best attractions in Camden, NJ is the vibrant waterfront located on the Delaware river. There are several decent dining spots and even a few nightclubs along the waterfront. Another interesting place to visit is the Campbell Soup Headquarters which is in Camden, NJ. As a city, Camden, NJ suffers extensively from urban decay, a poor school system and high violence making it a poor choice for living. Read Less
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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Camden? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Spruce Street Park
      7th & Clinton St. Park
      Bradley and Ormond Park
      Cooper Commons Park
      Farnham Park
      Gateway Park
      4th & Washington St. Park
      Roosevelt Plaza Park

      Entertainment

      Camden County Historical Society
      Walt Whitman House
      Stedman Gallery Stage
      Stedman Gallery
      Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
      South Camden Theater Company
      Camden Shipyard & Maritime Museum
      Nardi Theater

      Food & Drink

      Bundy's Joker's Wild
      Sanwar Pizzaria
      Bert's Steaks and Subs
      J.S. Breakfast
      Dunkin'
      Famous Pizza
      Kaighn's Bar
      Hung Wan

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Camden? Of all people who commute, 12.7% take public transportation in Camden.
      Drive to Work
      57%

      19% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      13%

      8% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      5%

      2% higher than the US average

      B+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Camden? The cost of living in Camden is 91/100 - which is 25% lower than New Jersey.
      Camden
      91

      9% less expensive than average

      New Jersey
      121

      21% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in Camden? Camden crime rates are 4,322, which are 167% higher than New Jersey
      Total Crime
      4,322 per 100k people

      86% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 24

      86% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      15%

      Year over year crime is up

      F Employment

      What is the median income in Camden? The median income in Camden is $28,623 which is 61% lower than New Jersey.
      Median household income
      $28,62348% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $16,17146% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      8%

      65% higher than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Camden a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center
      Virtua Health & Wellness Center - Camden
      Cooper University Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Rite Aid
      San Antonio Pharmacy
      Milly's Pharmacy
      Northgate Family Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      Rite Aid
      Cramer Hill Pharmacy
      Rite Aid

      Doctors

      Westfield Avenue Medical Center
      Reliance Medical Group - West
      Reliance Medical Group-West
      Cooper Family Medicine
      East Camden Medical Practice
      Camden Family Medicine
      CamCare Health Center
      Broadway Community Healthcare Center

      B+ Housing

      What are Camden home prices? Camden home prices are $82,500 - which is 74% lower than New Jersey
      Median home value
      $82,50055% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $9381% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      40%

      37% lower than the US average

      F Schools

      Does Camden have good schools? The Camden graduation rate is 63% - which is 27% lower than New Jersey
      High school grad. rates
      63%

      24% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      19%

      60% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      11:1

      31% lower than the US average

      F User Ratings

      Is Camden a good place to live? Camden has an overall rating of 46% from 18 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      46%

      18 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      50%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      35%

      17 total surveys

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