Mystic Island SnackAbility
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Cost of living in Mystic Island summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Mystic Island. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around New Jersey. Key points include:
The cost of living in Mystic Island is 117 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Mystic Island is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Mystic Island is $402,873.
The median income in Mystic Island is $78,714.
Mystic Island's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Mystic Island Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Mystic Island | New Jersey | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 117 | 125 | 100 |
| Services | 108 | 107 | 100 |
| Groceries | 108 | 113 | 100 |
| Health | 124 | 155 | 100 |
| Housing | 114 | 116 | 100 |
| Transportation | 111 | 112 | 100 |
| Utilities | 114 | 113 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Mystic Island, NJ Weather
The average high in Mystic Island is 63.4° and the average low is 44.5°.
There are 78.2 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 45.9 inches of precipitation each year with 15.4 inches of snow.
| Stat | Mystic Island |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 63.4 |
| Average Annual Low | 44.5 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 78.2 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 45.9 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 15.4 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Mystic Island Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Mystic Island
The current population in Mystic Island is 8,259. The population has decreased 3.2% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8,259 | 8.4% |
| 2023 | 7,616 | -0.2% |
| 2022 | 7,635 | -0.6% |
| 2021 | 7,679 | -7.4% |
| 2020 | 8,296 | -2.2% |
| 2019 | 8,484 | -2.7% |
| 2018 | 8,717 | 6.0% |
| 2017 | 8,220 | 4.0% |
| 2016 | 7,903 | 0.5% |
| 2015 | 7,864 | 0.9% |
| 2014 | 7,792 | -0.4% |
| 2013 | 7,824 | -4.2% |
| 2012 | 8,164 | -3.1% |
| 2011 | 8,422 | -1.3% |
| 2010 | 8,533 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Mystic Island
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Mystic Island is:
84.3% White with 6,959 White residents.
2.5% African American with 207 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
0.8% Asian with 70 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.7% Other with 56 Other residents.
4.6% Two Or More with 379 Two Or More residents.
7.1% Hispanic with 588 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Mystic Island | NJ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 84.3% | 50.9% | 57.4% |
| African American | 2.5% | 12.2% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.8% | 10.0% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.6% | 3.5% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 7.1% | 22.5% | 19.3% |
Gender in Mystic Island
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Mystic Island is 52.6% female with 4,347 female residents.
Mystic Island is 47.4% male with 3,912 male residents.
| Gender | Mystic Island | NJ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 50.8% | 50.5% |
| Male | 47.4% | 49.2% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Mystic Island for adults over 25
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1.0% of adults in Mystic Island completed < 9th grade.
6.0% of adults in Mystic Island completed 9-12th grade.
44.0% of adults in Mystic Island completed high school / ged.
17.0% of adults in Mystic Island completed some college.
8.0% of adults in Mystic Island completed associate's degree.
16.0% of adults in Mystic Island completed bachelor's degree.
7.0% of adults in Mystic Island completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Mystic Island completed professional degree.
0.0% of adults in Mystic Island completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Mystic Island | NJ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 6.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 44.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 17.0% | 15.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 16.0% | 26.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 7.0% | 13.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Mystic Island, New Jersey
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3.7% of households in Mystic Island earn Less than $10,000.
5.6% of households in Mystic Island earn $10,000 to $14,999.
5.3% of households in Mystic Island earn $15,000 to $24,999.
3.9% of households in Mystic Island earn $25,000 to $34,999.
7.5% of households in Mystic Island earn $35,000 to $49,999.
21.1% of households in Mystic Island earn $50,000 to $74,999.
13.1% of households in Mystic Island earn $75,000 to $99,999.
25.1% of households in Mystic Island earn $100,000 to $149,999.
8.2% of households in Mystic Island earn $150,000 to $199,999.
6.6% of households in Mystic Island earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Mystic Island | NJ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.7% | 4.1% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.6% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 5.3% | 4.8% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3.9% | 5.1% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7.5% | 7.6% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 21.1% | 12.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.1% | 11.3% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 25.1% | 18.1% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 8.2% | 11.8% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 6.6% | 21.6% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
