Atlantic Highlands, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
4,409 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
55.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$125,438 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$615,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,214 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,721 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Monmouth County
2
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
4
New Jersey
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Monmouth County
3
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New Jersey
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 6 31
Feb 3 7 33
Mar 4 3 40
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 4 36

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, NJ State Senate District 13, NJ Assembly District 13, NJ
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Schools

Navesink Elementary School
1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Highlands Elementary School
1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Bayshore Middle School
2 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Brookdale Community College
8 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Monmouth University
9 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Riverview Medical Center
5 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Monmouth Medical Center
8 miles, S • 3.2 star
Bayshore Medical Center
9 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Airports

John F Kennedy International Airport
20 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Laguardia Airport
26 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
43 miles, W • 1.4 star
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