Forked River, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
4,988 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,455 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$404,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,134 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,667 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ocean County
1
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

Ocean County
2
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New Jersey
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 32
Feb 2 5 35
Mar 4 2 41
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 3 0 46
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, NJ State Senate District 9, NJ Assembly District 09, NJ
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Schools

Ocean Rch
1 miles, N
Forked River Elementary School
1 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Ocean County College
13 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Southern Ocean Medical Center
9 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Community Medical Center
10 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Atlantic City International Airport
33 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
46 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
56 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Newark Liberty International Airport
60 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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