Matawan, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
9,636 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$122,026 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$447,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,359 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,661 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.1% 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 8 33
Mar 4 3 40
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 75
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 is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 3%

Schools

Matawan Regional High School
<1 miles, SE 3.7 star
Ravine Drive Elementary School
<1 miles, N 4.1 star
Lloyd Road Elementary School
1 miles, SE 3.7 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Bayshore Medical Center
2 miles, SE 2.3 star
Riverview Medical Center
10 miles, SE 3.2 star
Jfk Medical Center
12 miles, N 1.4 star

Airports

Newark Liberty International Airport
20 miles, NE 4.6 star
Laguardia Airport
32 miles, NE 4.6 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
32 miles, W 1.4 star