Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
4,826 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
59.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$131,641 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$813,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,182 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,670 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.8% 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 3 5 32
Feb 3 6 34
Mar 4 2 41
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 3 36

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, NJ State Senate District 10, NJ Assembly District 10, NJ
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Schools

G Harold Antrim Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
St Peter School
<1 miles, SW
Point Pleasant Beach High School
<1 miles, W • 3.2 star
Ocean Road Elementary School
1 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Ocean Medical Center
5 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

John F Kennedy International Airport
40 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
42 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Laguardia Airport
48 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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