Waretown, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,894 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
84.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$118,450 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
53 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$498,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,013 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,082 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.6% 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 5 34
Mar 4 2 42
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
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 36% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NJ State Senate District 9, NJ Assembly District 09, NJ
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Schools

Waretown Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
Frederic A Priff Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Barnegat High School
2 miles, W • 2.8 star
Joseph T Donahue Elementary School
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Ocean County College
15 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Southern Ocean Medical Center
7 miles, W • 2.3 star
Community Medical Center
12 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Atlantic City International Airport
31 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
47 miles, N • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
56 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Newark Liberty International Airport
62 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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