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Allenhurst, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Allenhurst is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 387. Residents earn $96,500 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
387 Population 1,548/sq mi density
$96,500 Median Income $76,865 per capita
$1,125,000 Home Value $2,246,589 Zillow
$1,433 Median Rent 24.6% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$96,500 median income, 9.6% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,125,000 home value, $1,433/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
64.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,500
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,125,000
299% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 64.3%
91% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,433
23% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.6%
167% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

How Allenhurst Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population387
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density1,548/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans2.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$96,500
Per Capita$76,865
Unemployment9.6%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$52,693M
Commute29 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,125,000
Rent$1,433
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$2,246,589
Housing Units336
Rent Burden24.6%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,846/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary203/100K

Health

Obesity29.8%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking9.6%
Depression15.9%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation22 ft (7 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+64.3%
High School+98.1%
Graduate+30.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute29 min
Broadband95.8%
Libraries37

Is Allenhurst a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Allenhurst receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Allenhurst offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Allenhurst is $96,500, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Allenhurst is $1,125,000, making it a premium housing market at 299% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,433 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Allenhurst is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,846 per 100,000, 45% above the national average.

Education

Allenhurst is a highly educated community — 64.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Allenhurst experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Allenhurst has a population of 387 with a density of 1,548 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.1%), with 6.7% Hispanic.

Population

387
Total Population
1,548
People / sq mi
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Allenhurst vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.1%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.9%
26% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Allenhurst vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Allenhurst is $96,500, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Allenhurst vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,500
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$76,865
Avg Weekly Wage$1,357
IRS Avg AGI$138,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.6%
167% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)21,968
County GDP$52,693M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,925
Healthcare2,730
Retail2,557
Manufacturing419

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit4.1%
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Allenhurst is $1,125,000, 299% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,433 (23% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $2,246,589.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,125,000
299% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$2,246,589

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,433
23% above US avg
Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.4%
Housing Units336
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Rate1.08%
In Allenhurst, 29.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 9.6% are current smokers. 15.9% report depression. 16.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Allenhurst vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.8%
7% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma8.9%
COPD4.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity16.3%
Depression15.9%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress9.6%
Short Sleep31.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits73.5%
Premature Death5,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Allenhurst has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,846 per 100,000 (45% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Allenhurst vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,845.5/100K
45% above US avg
Burglary203.3/100K
Theft2,642.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Allenhurst has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.5 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation22 ft (7 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,548/sq mi
Coordinates40.2359°N, 74.0024°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 64.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.4-point margin. 95.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.8%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 11.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+64.3%
91% above US avg
High School+98.1%
Graduate Degree+30.0%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,548/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.8%
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Restaurants1,925
Retail Stores2,557

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit4.1%
Work from Home10.2%

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