Port Monmouth, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
3,285 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$106,677 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
42 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$423,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,139 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,107 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.7% 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 3 6 31
Feb 3 7 33
Mar 4 3 40
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
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 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 57%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Port Monmouth Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Ocean Avenue Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Mater Dei Prep High School
1 miles, SW • 5 star
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Colleges

Brookdale Community College
8 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Bayshore Medical Center
5 miles, W • 2.3 star
Riverview Medical Center
6 miles, S • 3.2 star
Staten Island University Hospital
10 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Airports

Laguardia Airport
26 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
39 miles, W • 1.4 star
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