Asbury Park, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Asbury Park is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 15,239. Residents earn $71,080 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
15,239 Population 10,657/sq mi density
$71,080 Median Income $52,187 per capita
$508,800 Home Value $678,959 Zillow
$1,679 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
1,324 Violent Crime/100K 5,155 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$71,080 median income, 4.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$508,800 home value, $1,679/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,324 violent crimes/100K (248% above avg)
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,080
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $508,800
80% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 1,324/100K
248% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.4%
32% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,679
44% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population15,239
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density10,657/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 47%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,080
Per Capita$52,187
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$52,693M
Commute26 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$508,800
Rent$1,679
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$678,959

Crime

F
Violent1,324/100K
Property5,155/100K
Murder6.3/100K
Assault697/100K
Burglary1,070/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression14.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Elevation22 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.4%
High School+90.3%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute26 min
EV Stations5
Libraries37

Is Asbury Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Asbury Park receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs. Asbury Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Asbury Park is $71,080, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Asbury Park is $508,800, making it a premium housing market at 80% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,679 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

With 1,324 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,155 per 100,000, 163% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Asbury Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Asbury Park has a population of 15,239 with a density of 10,657 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.5%), with 4% Hispanic, 29% Black.

Population

15,239
Total Population
10,657
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Asbury Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.4%
6% below US avg
Spanish26.6%
99% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Asbury Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Asbury Park is $71,080, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Asbury Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,080
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$52,187
Avg Weekly Wage$1,357
IRS Avg AGI$138,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above 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 Rate2.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home14.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Asbury Park is $508,800, 80% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,679 (44% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $678,959.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$508,800
80% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$678,959
Median List Price$749,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$749,450
$/Sq Ft$468
Homes Sold12
Sale-to-List Ratio96.6%
Price Drops18.3%
Inventory71

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,679
44% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,497

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-Occupied29.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Rate2.40%
In Asbury Park, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.1% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Asbury Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression14.1%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death5,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Asbury Park has a violent crime rate of 1,324 per 100,000 residents, 248% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,155 per 100,000 (163% above US avg). The murder rate is 6.3 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,323.7/100K
248% above US avg
Murder6.3/100K
0% below US avg
Rape82.3/100K
Robbery538.4/100K
Assault696.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,155.5/100K
163% above US avg
Burglary1,070.4/100K
Theft3,952.1/100K
Vehicle Theft133.0/100K
Arson19.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Asbury Park 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation22 ft (7 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density10,657/sq mi
Coordinates40.2229°N, 74.0102°W
County FIPS34025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 44.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.8%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 11.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.4%
32% above US avg
High School+90.3%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density10,657/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Restaurants1,925
Retail Stores2,557

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home14.9%

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