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Barnegat Light, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Barnegat Light is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 473. Residents earn $104,583 per year, which is 39% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
473 Population 570/sq mi density
$104,583 Median Income $73,070 per capita
$1,105,600 Home Value $1,602,203 Zillow
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$104,583 median income, 5.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,105,600 home value
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
72.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $104,583
39% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,105,600
292% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 72.7%
116% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.4%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population473
Median Age60.9 yrs
Density570/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$104,583
Per Capita$73,070
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$31,709M
Commute47 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,105,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,602,203
Housing Units1,264
Rent Burden35.9%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,211/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary346/100K

Health

Obesity26.4%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking8.3%
Depression16.3%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation6 ft (2 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+72.7%
High School+99.2%
Graduate+29.6%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute47 min
Broadband95.1%
Libraries22

Is Barnegat Light a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barnegat Light receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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, long commute times. Barnegat Light offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barnegat Light is $104,583, which is significantly higher than the national average — 39% above $75,149. This places Barnegat Light among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barnegat Light is $1,105,600, making it a premium housing market at 292% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Barnegat Light 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 1,211 per 100,000, 38% below the national average.

Education

Barnegat Light is a highly educated community — 72.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Barnegat Light experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Barnegat Light has a population of 473 with a density of 570 people per square mile. The median age is 60.9 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.3%).

Population

473
Total Population
570
People / sq mi
60.9yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Barnegat Light vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Barnegat Light vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barnegat Light is $104,583, which is 39% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Barnegat Light vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$104,583
39% above US avg
Per Capita Income$73,070
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$86,654

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,958
County GDP$31,709M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,344
Healthcare1,948
Retail2,030
Manufacturing323

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,704
149% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.6 min
Drive Alone46.9%
Public Transit9.0%
Work from Home17.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Barnegat Light is $1,105,600, 292% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,602,203.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,105,600
292% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,602,203
Median List Price$1,862,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,862,000
$/Sq Ft$1,059
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Rent Burden35.9%

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-Occupied92.2%
Housing Units1,264
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,704
149% above US avg
Effective Rate0.79%
In Barnegat Light, 26.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 8.3% are current smokers. 16.3% report depression. 15.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Barnegat Light vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.4%
18% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure24.9%
Asthma8.8%
COPD3.5%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.3%
41% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity15.6%
Depression16.3%
Mental Distress13.6%
Physical Distress9.4%
Short Sleep33.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,606
Dentists1:1,681
Mental Health1:470
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits74.4%
Premature Death7,127/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,948
Barnegat Light has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,211 per 100,000 (38% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Barnegat Light 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 Property1,211.1/100K
38% below US avg
Burglary346.0/100K
Theft865.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)48

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Barnegat Light has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6 ft (2 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density570/sq mi
Coordinates39.7513°N, 74.1068°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 72.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (116% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36-point margin. 95.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.4%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 36 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+72.7%
116% above US avg
High School+99.2%
Graduate Degree+29.6%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density570/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.1%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,948
Restaurants1,344
Retail Stores2,030

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)48
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.6 min
Drive Alone46.9%
Public Transit9.0%
Work from Home17.1%

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