Toms River Township, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
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
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
97,034 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$94,964 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$387,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$910 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,503 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.4% 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 4 32
Feb 3 5 35
Mar 4 2 42
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Hooper Avenue Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Toms River Intermediate School East
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Silver Bay Elementary School
2 miles, E • 3.2 star
Toms River High School North
2 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Ocean County College
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Community Medical Center
3 miles, W • 2.3 star
Ocean Medical Center
6 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Trenton Mercer Airport
39 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Atlantic City International Airport
43 miles, SW • 1.4 star
John F Kennedy International Airport
49 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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