Bay Head, NJ

New Jersey · Monmouth County · New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro

Bay Head is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,201. Residents earn $145,417 per year, which is 94% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0

B Good

1,201 Population 2,036/sq mi density

$145,417 Median Income $104,875 per capita

$1,679,000 Home Value $2,401,683 Zillow

$1,554 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent

54°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr

Overall

3.4 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

5.0 / 5.0

$145,417 median income, 0.5% unemployment

Affordability

1.0 / 5.0

$1,679,000 home value, $1,554/mo rent

C+

Safety

2.5 / 5.0

0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)

A+

Education

5.0 / 5.0

75.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $145,417

94% higher than US avg

Home Value $1,679,000

496% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 75.3%

123% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,554

34% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 25.1%

22% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.5%

86% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.8%

85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,201

Median Age57.9 yrs

Density2,036/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans6.2%

Economy

A+

Median Income$145,417

Per Capita$104,875

Unemployment0.5%

Poverty1.8%

County GDP$52,693M

Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$1,679,000

Rent$1,554

Ownership87.9%

Zillow$2,401,683

Housing Units1,028

Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

C+

Violent0/100K

Property1,537/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary307/100K

Health

Obesity25.1%

Uninsured5.0%

Smoking7.7%

Depression15.8%

Heart Disease3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain52.5 in/yr

Sunny Days271/yr

Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+75.3%

High School+98.8%

Graduate+28.2%

School Score6.89

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%

Commute28 min

Broadband92.9%

EV Stations5

Libraries37

Is Bay Head a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bay Head receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bay Head offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bay Head is $145,417, which is significantly higher than the national average / 94% above $75,149. This places Bay Head among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bay Head is $1,679,000, making it a premium housing market at 496% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,554 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Bay Head 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 1,537 per 100,000, 22% below the national average.

Education

Bay Head is a highly educated community / 75.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.9/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bay Head 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.

Bay Head has a population of 1,201 with a density of 2,036 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 57.9 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.8% female and 46.2% male. The city is predominantly White (94.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.1% of residents. 6.2% of the population are veterans. 12.0% of residents have a disability. 98.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,201

Total Population

2,036

People / sq mi

57.9yrs

Median Age

49% above US avg

0.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%

Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bay Head vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.1%

21% above US avg

Spanish 4.9%

63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bay Head vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bay Head is $145,417, which is 94% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $104,875 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,357. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 21,968 business establishments, including 1,925 restaurants. The cost of living index is 108.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 14.8% of workers work from home.

Income: Bay Head vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$145,417
	94% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$104,875
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,357
IRS Avg AGI	$138,949
Gini Index	0.477 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.5%
	86% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.8%
	85% below US avg
Establishments (County)	21,968
County GDP	$52,693M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,925
Healthcare	2,730
Retail	2,557
Manufacturing	419

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$12,205
	249% above US avg
Cost of Living	108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.5 min
Drive Alone	63.0%
Public Transit	3.7%
Work from Home	14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Bay Head is $1,679,000, 496% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $2,401,683, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 93% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,554 (34% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,759 for a one-bedroom to $2,132 for a two-bedroom apartment. 87.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,028 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1959. The average annual property tax is $12,205 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$1,679,000
	496% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$2,401,683
Median List Price	$4,425,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$4,425,000
$/Sq Ft	$1,366
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	93.0%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,554
	34% above US avg
Rent Burden	51.0%

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

Homeownership	87.9%
Owner-Occupied	87.9%
Renter-Occupied	12.1%
Housing Units	1,028
Median Year Built	1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$12,205
	249% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.73%

In Bay Head, 25.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 3.6% of residents, below the national average. 23.9% have high blood pressure. 7.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 19.2% report binge drinking. 14.6% are physically inactive, below the national average. 15.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 13.2% experience frequent mental distress. 5.0% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:912. The dentist ratio is 1:960. 95.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Bay Head vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	25.1%
	22% below US avg
Diabetes	6.1%
Heart Disease	3.6%
High Blood Pressure	23.9%
Asthma	8.6%
COPD	3.1%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	7.7%
	45% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.2%
Physical Inactivity	14.6%
Depression	15.8%
Mental Distress	13.2%
Physical Distress	8.8%
Short Sleep	32.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.5%
Uninsured	5.0%
	42% below US avg
Primary Care	1:912
Dentists	1:960
Mental Health	1:269
Checkup Rate	75.3%
Dental Visits	75.7%
Premature Death	5,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.2/10
Exercise Access	95.5%
Healthcare Facilities	2,730

Bay Head has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,537 per 100,000, 22% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,230, burglary at 307, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 46 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Bay Head receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,536.9/100K
	22% below US avg
Burglary	307.4/100K
Theft	1,229.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	46
Traffic Accidents	8
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C+
Safety Score	2.5 / 5.0

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Bay Head experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	53.7°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	33°F (1°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	3 ft (1 m)
Area	0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density	2,036/sq mi
Coordinates	40.0703°N, 74.0482°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Monmouth County County
Nearest Airport	John F Kennedy International (JFK) 42 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.5"

38% above US avg

Wettest Month (Aug) 4.61"

Driest Month (Feb) 3.23"

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0440 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	96.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	15.8 / 100
Community Resilience	91.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Relatively Moderate
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Very High
Heat Wave	Relatively High
Winter Weather	Very High
Lightning	Very High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Relatively High

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Aug 5, 2025.

Apr 5, 2024	2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake	M4.8	92 km
Apr 5, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M3.7	91 km
Oct 23, 1990	3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey	M3.2	139 km
Aug 26, 2003	4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey	M3.1	108 km
Jan 9, 1992	4 km WNW of Robertsville, New Jersey	M3.1	41 km
Aug 3, 2025	0 km W of Little Ferry, New Jersey	M3.0	87 km
Oct 28, 1991	3 km WNW of Stamford, Connecticut	M3.0	118 km
Feb 3, 2009	1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey	M3.0	98 km
May 24, 2024	6 km E of Califon, New Jersey	M2.9	93 km
Apr 27, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.9	91 km
Aug 5, 2025	1 km N of Hillsdale, New Jersey	M2.8	105 km
Jul 1, 2009	3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey	M2.8	131 km
Apr 12, 1991	2 km ENE of North Castle, New York	M2.7	125 km
Jan 25, 2015	4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania	M2.6	137 km
Aug 14, 2015	3 km SE of Mendham, New Jersey	M2.6	88 km
May 1, 2024	1 km NW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.6	90 km
Apr 10, 2024	5 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.6	90 km
Jul 5, 1996	2 km NW of Chester Heights, Pennsylvania	M2.6	124 km
Apr 5, 2024	6 km ESE of Califon, New Jersey	M2.6	92 km
Oct 27, 2001	1 km NNW of Manhattan, New York	M2.6	81 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Henri (2021, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2021	Henri	Category 1	271 km
2014	Arthur	Category 1	234 km
2012	Sandy	Category 2	210 km
2011	Irene	Category 1	234 km
2010	Earl	Category 1	295 km
1991	Bob	Category 3	158 km
1985	Gloria	Category 2	39 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

181 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 2 fatalities, 123 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 29, 2021	EF3	82 km	0
Oct 18, 1990	EF3	76 km	0
Jul 21, 1983	EF3	49 km	0
Sep 26, 1977	EF3	52 km	0
May 28, 1973	EF3	90 km	0
Jun 24, 1960	EF3	65 km	0
Apr 1, 2023	EF2	21 km	0
Apr 1, 2023	EF2	31 km	0
Apr 1, 2023	EF2	6 km	0
Feb 21, 2023	EF2	60 km	0
Jul 29, 2021	EF2	82 km	0
Jul 29, 2021	EF2	37 km	0
Aug 4, 2020	EF2	78 km	0
Aug 8, 2007	EF2	63 km	0
May 27, 2001	EF2	39 km	0
Aug 20, 1999	EF2	60 km	0
Sep 7, 1998	EF2	72 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	84 km	0
Aug 21, 1993	EF2	82 km	0
Jun 9, 1989	EF2	95 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1964	LONG ISLAND, NY	Meteorological	0.3 m	—	114 km
1895	HIGH BRIDGE, NJ	Earthquake	—	—	97 km
1840	PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA	Earthquake	—	—	103 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: GREENWOOD STATE FOREST (21,271 ac, 1995).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1995	GREENWOOD STATE FOREST	21,271	33 km
2007	WARREN GROVE	15,315	49 km
2022	MULLICA RIVER FIRE	13,082	69 km
1999	BASS RIVER	12,129	57 km
2019	SPRING HILL FIRE	8,182	46 km
2023	ALLEN ROAD	6,213	59 km
1992	FORKED RIVER MOUTAIN APR	5,093	31 km
1992	POWER PLANT	4,928	31 km
1992	UNNAMED	4,470	40 km
2024	TEA TIME HILL	4,444	57 km
2006	UNNAMED	3,780	63 km
2017	PENN SWAMP FIRE	3,587	67 km
2023	JIMMYS WATER HOLE	3,585	29 km
1989	SIMM PLACE	3,262	46 km
2002	UNNAMED	2,824	40 km
2007	ATSION	2,705	69 km
1992	FOUR MILE COLONY	2,647	49 km
1996	UNNAMED	2,625	62 km
2010	FORT DIX RANGE 1-14	2,615	41 km
1990	UNNAMED	2,367	71 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	33°F (1°C)	3.7 in	Coldest
February	34°F (1°C)	3.2 in	Driest
March	41°F (5°C)	4.1 in
April	51°F (10°C)	3.9 in
May	60°F (16°C)	3.9 in
June	69°F (21°C)	3.4 in
July	75°F (24°C)	4.1 in	Warmest
August	74°F (23°C)	4.6 in	Wettest
September	67°F (19°C)	3.7 in
October	56°F (13°C)	3.4 in
November	47°F (8°C)	3.9 in
December	37°F (3°C)	3.8 in

Bay Head has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 33°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (3.2").

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Bay Head is located in Monmouth County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 75.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 123% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. 28.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 54.8% of the vote, a 11.4-point margin. 92.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 37 public libraries serving the community. 2,730 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 63% of workers drive alone to work, while 3.7% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.8%

D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 11.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	46
Traffic Accidents	8
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	75.3%
	123% above US avg
High School+	98.8%
Graduate Degree+	28.2%
School Test Score	6.89

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	2,036/sq mi
Total Area	0.7 sq mi
County	Monmouth County County

Services

Broadband Access	92.9%
Avg Download Speed	141.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	76.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	5
Alt Fuel Stations	5
Public Libraries	37
Healthcare Facilities	2,730
Restaurants	1,925
Retail Stores	2,557

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.5 min
Drive Alone	63.0%
Public Transit	3.7%
Work from Home	14.8%

Average costs for common services in Bay Head. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$272 ($163–$435)
Specialist Visit	$381 ($218–$598)
Urgent Care Visit	$218 ($109–$381)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,394 ($870–$5,440)
Dental Cleaning	$141 ($82–$218)
Dental Filling	$272 ($163–$435)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$49 ($27–$82)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$82 ($54–$131)
Brake Pad Replacement	$326 ($163–$544)
Tire Rotation	$44 ($22–$82)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$653 ($435–$1,088)
Battery Replacement	$218 ($109–$381)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$109 ($65–$163)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$98 ($54–$152)
HVAC Repair	$435 ($163–$870)
HVAC System Install	$7,616 ($4,352–$13,056)
Roof Repair	$1,088 ($435–$2,176)
Roof Replacement	$9,792 ($5,984–$16,320)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,632 ($544–$3,808)
Divorce (Contested)	$16,320 ($5,440–$32,640)
DUI Defense	$5,440 ($2,176–$10,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,632 ($870–$3,264)
Will Preparation	$544 ($218–$1,088)
Trust Preparation	$2,720 ($1,088–$5,440)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$27 ($16–$49)
Women's Haircut	$60 ($33–$109)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$163 ($82–$272)
Manicure	$27 ($16–$49)
Pedicure	$44 ($27–$71)
Massage (1 Hour)	$87 ($54–$141)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.46 ($3.26–$5.98)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.81 ($2.72–$5.44)
Loaf of Bread	$4.13 ($2.72–$5.98)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.90 ($3.26–$7.07)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.98 ($4.35–$8.16)
Rice (per lb)	$1.09 ($0.65–$1.96)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$152 ($87–$272)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$76 ($33–$163)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$76 ($44–$131)
Internet (Monthly)	$76 ($44–$109)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$71 ($33–$109)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$92 ($54–$163)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$218 ($82–$544)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,176 ($1,306–$3,808)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$76 ($33–$141)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.70–$27)
Car Registration (Annual)	$109 ($33–$272)
Driver's License Renewal	$33 ($16–$82)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,306 ($653–$2,720)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,088 ($544–$2,176)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$435 ($218–$762)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$54 ($27–$109)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,088 ($435–$2,720)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,600 ($5,440–$32,640)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$65 ($33–$109)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$109 ($54–$218)
Dog Grooming	$65 ($33–$109)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$44 ($22–$82)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$326 ($163–$544)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$218 ($109–$435)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,362
Toddler	$1,330
Preschool	$1,330
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$880
Toddler	$889
Preschool	$832

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Monmouth County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	54,652	3,755	$74,024	1.39
Retail Trade	36,002	2,369	$41,825	1.32
Accommodation & Food Services	29,622	1,825	$30,271	1.19
Professional & Technical Services	19,180	2,691	$119,406	1.01
Construction	16,335	1,912	$90,053	1.14
Administrative & Waste Services	14,050	1,337	$64,862	0.87
Other Services	12,009	1,903	$42,324	1.46
Manufacturing	9,334	522	$73,670	0.41
Arts & Entertainment	8,619	485	$33,129	1.87
Finance & Insurance	8,561	1,072	$137,700	0.77
Wholesale Trade	7,461	876	$89,216	0.69
Educational Services	6,078	352	$49,352	1.07
Transportation & Warehousing	5,471	402	$54,437	0.47
Information & Technology	4,671	304	$157,589	0.91
Real Estate	4,004	652	$104,918	0.94
Management of Companies	3,940	91	$122,683	0.85
Utilities	2,003	54	$136,956	1.92
Unclassified	981	861	$53,383	2.57
Agriculture & Forestry	763	80	$50,452	0.34
Mining & Oil/Gas	15	5	$72,326	0.01

Schools in Bay Head

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Bay Head Elementary	Elementary	123	14	8.8:1

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Radio Stations near Bay Head

18 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
70's Hits DJ Jan The Man	70s, classic hits	MP3 128 kbps
The Indie Beat Radio - Jazz Channel	jazz, jazz fusion	MP3 128 kbps
Ambiant Sleeping Pill	—	MP3 128 kbps
The Indie Beat Radio - Ambient Channel	ambient, ambient techno	MP3 128 kbps
The Indie Beat Radio - Everything Channel	ambient, bonkwave	MP3 128 kbps
Mustbe5 Radio	afrobeat, electronic	AAC 192 kbps
The Indie Beat Radio - Audio Interface Channel	ambient, downtempo	MP3 128 kbps
The Indie Beat Radio - NHAM Channel	—	MP3 128 kbps
The Indie Beat Radio - Rock Channel	alternative rock, indie	MP3 128 kbps
The Indie Beat Radio - Pop Channel	alternative pop, indie	MP3 128 kbps
The Indie Beat Radio - Electronic Channel	bonkwave, chiptune	MP3 128 kbps
92.7 WOBM	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
The Indie Beat Radio - Bonkwave Channel	bonkwave, dark ambient	MP3 128 kbps
The Indie Beat Radio - Spoken Word Channel	drama, educational	MP3 128 kbps
107.1 FM The Boss - WWZY (Long Branch, New Jersey, USA)	classic rock, rock	AAC 64 kbps
95.9 The Rat	rock	AAC+ 64 kbps
KOL BRAMAH 107.9 FM LAKEWOOD	—	MP3 128 kbps
WRSU	university radio	AAC 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Bay Head

2 campgrounds found near Bay Head.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
CAMP GATEWAY - SANDY HOOK	4.3/5	18	$30–$150
Fort Tilden Picnic Pavilion	—	1	$200

National Parks Near Bay Head

113 national parks and monuments found near Bay Head.

Park	Type	Fee
Abbott Marshland	State Park	Free
African Burial Ground National Monument	National Monument	Free
Alfred E. Smith/Sunken Meadow State Park	State Park	Free
Allaire State Park	State Park	Free
Allaire State Park	State Park	Free
Allamuchy Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Barnegat	State Park	Free
Barnegat Lighthouse State Park	State Park	Free
Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park	State Park	Free
Bayswater Point State Park	State Park	Free
Belmont Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Benjamin Rush State Park	State Park	Free
Bethpage State Park	State Park	Free
Brentwood State Park	State Park	Free
Broad Channel American Park	State Park	Free
Buck Mountain	State Park	Free
Camp Zehnder	State Park	Free
Captree State Park	State Park	Free
Captree/Robert Moses State Park	State Park	Free
Castle Clinton National Monument	National Monument	Free
Cheesequake State Park	State Park	Free
Cold Spring Harbor State Park	State Park	Free
Corsons Inlet State Park	State Park	Free
Cranberry Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Canal State Park (David Library)	State Park	Free
Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park	State Park	Free
Division of Parks and Forestry Park	State Park	Free
Double Trouble State Park	State Park	Free
Edison State Park	State Park	Free
Ellis Island Part of Statue of Liberty National Monument	Part of Statue of Liberty National Monument	Free
Empire-Fulton Ferry State Park	State Park	Free
Farny State Park	State Park	Free
FDR Four Freedoms State Park Park	State Park	Free
Federal Hall National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
Field Of Dreams Park	State Park	Free
Gantry Plaza State Park	State Park	Free
Gateway National Recreation Area	National Recreation Area	Free
General Grant National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
Gilgo State Park	State Park	Free
Governors Island National Monument	National Monument	Free
Great Egg Harbor River		Free
Great Sound State Park	State Park	Free
Hacklebarney State Park	State Park	Free
Hamilton Grange National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
Hamilton Marsh State Park	State Park	Free
Hart's Brook Nature Preserve and Arboretum	State Park	Free
Hawk Island State Park	State Park	Free
Heckscher State Park	State Park	Free
Hempstead Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Hopatcong State Park	State Park	Free
Hopewell Park	State Park	Free
Hudson River Park	State Park	Free
Hutchinson River Pkwy Lands	State Park	Free
Inland Blue Acres	State Park	Free
Island Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Jones Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Kittatinny Valley State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Musconetcong State Park	State Park	Free
Liberty State Park	State Park	Free
Limited Practical Use Program	State Park	Free
Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River	National Wild and Scenic River	Free
Lower East Side Tenement Museum National Historic Site	National Historic Site	$30
Marsha P. Johnson State Park	State Park	Free
McEvoy Tract	State Park	Free
Monmouth Battlefield State Park	State Park	Free
Morristown National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Mount Laurel State Park	State Park	Free
National Parks of New York Harbor		Free
Neshaminy State Park	State Park	Free
New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve	National Reserve	Free
Nissequogue River State Park	State Park	Free
Osmun Forest	State Park	Free
Palisades State Park	State Park	Free
Palmyra Cove Nature Park	State Park	Free
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Paterson Great Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Paulinskill Valley Trail	State Park	Free
Pigeon Swamp State Park	State Park	Free
Pimple Hills	State Park	Free
Princeton Battlefield State Park	State Park	Free
Pyramid Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Rancocas State Park	State Park	Free
Raritan River Confluence State Park	State Park	Free
Rec Trail Wash Cross - Princet	State Park	Free
Roberto Clemente State Park	State Park	Free
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Saint Paul's Church National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Shirley Chisholm State Park	State Park	Free
Six Mile Run Reservoir Site	State Park	Free
Soldiers and Sailors	State Park	Free
Statue Of Liberty National Monument	National Monument	Free
Stephens State Park	State Park	Free
Stonewall National Monument	National Monument	Free
Sussex Branch Trail	State Park	Free
Swartswood State Park	State Park	Free
Tallman Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Thomas Edison National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$10
Trail View State Park	State Park	Free
Troy Meadows State Park	State Park	Free
Tyler State Park	State Park	Free
unknown	State Park	Free
Valley Stream State Park	State Park	Free
Voorhees State Park	State Park	Free
Washington Crossing	State Park	Free
Washington Crossing State Park	State Park	Free
Washington Crossing State Park	State Park	Free
Washington Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free

Historical Trends — Bay Head

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	964	$82,500
2015	970	$108,542
2017	971	$112,188
2019	977	$103,571
2021	949	$108,906
2023	962	$145,417

Museums in Bay Head

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MONMOUTH UNIVERSITY ART GALLERIES - JOAN AND ROBERT RECHNITZ HALL ROTARY ICE HOUSE GALLERY & POLLAK GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		7325713400	$208,552,759
SISTER MARY GRACE BURNS ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		7329872373	$57,889,530
MONMOUTH COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7324621466	$819,422
OCEAN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7323411880	$682,054
ALLAIRE VILLAGE	HISTORY MUSEUM		7329382253	$412,694
NEW JERSEY MUSEUM OF TRANSPORTATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	4265 ATLANTIC AVENUE	7329385524	$181,255
INFORMATION AGE LEARNING CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7322803000	$135,747
SEA GIRT LIGHTHOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	9 OCEAN AVENUE	7329740514	$70,636
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF OCEAN GROVE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7327741869	$64,186
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF OCEAN GROVE NEW JERSEY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7327741869	$64,186
ESTONIAN ARCHIVES IN THE UNITED STATES	GENERAL MUSEUM	607 E 7TH ST	7323636523	$60,310
JOHN F PETO STUDIO MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7329294949	$60,254
HERITAGE MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3138752264	$56,096
JEWISH HERITAGE MUSEUM OF MONMOUTHCTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	310 MOUNTS CORNER DR	7322526990	$56,096
LONG BRANCH HISTORICAL MUSEUM OF THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY	HISTORY MUSEUM	1260 OCEAN AVENUE	7322230874	$52,606
TOWNSHIP OF OCEAN HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	EDEN WOLLEY HOUSE 703 DEAL RD	7325312136	$51,730
TOMS RIVER SEAPORT SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM	PO BOX 1111	7323499209	$43,936
SPRING LAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	5TH ST	7324490772	$37,780
PRESERVATION ALLIANCE OF SPRING LAKE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9734028840	$34,548
NEW JERSEY MUSEUM OF BOATING	HISTORY MUSEUM	1800 BAY AVENUE JOHNSON BOAT WORKS BUILDING 13	7326067605	$32,605
UNION LANDING HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$4,377
800 GALLERY & ROTARY ICE HOUSE GALLERY	GENERAL MUSEUM
ASBURY PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7328694478
AVON-BY-THE-SEA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7327741619
BAY HEAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1643 BAY AVE
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7322699527
BRADLEY BEACH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	715 MAIN STREET
BRICK TOWHNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7327852500
DESCENDANTS OF WORLD WAR II RANGERS	GENERAL MUSEUM	250 WASHINGTON ST STE D
EATONTOWN HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7325424026
HISTORICAL SOCIETY IN LACEY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099710467
HOWELL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	227 LAKEWOOD-FARMINGDALE ROAD	7329382212
JENKINSON'S AQUARIUM	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	300 OCEAN AVENUE	7328991659
LAKEWOOD HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7322767944
LAKEWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	245 MARTINE WAY	7329204550
LONG BRANCH HISTORICAL PUBLICATION EDU & RESTORATION COMM IN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MAC KENZIE MUSEUM AND LIBRARY	GENERAL MUSEUM		7329382212
MANTOLOKING HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
METZ BICYCLE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7324627363
NEW JERSEY HISTORICAL DIVERS ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7327766261
OCEAN COUNTY COLLEGE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		7322550400
OCEAN COUNTY SOCIETY OF MODEL RAILROADERS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7323637799
OCENA COUNTY COLLEGE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
OLD WALL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7329741430
PARANORMAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
POINT PLEASANT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7328923091
ROBERT J. NOVINS PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
SILVER BALL MUSEUM ARCADE - PINBALL HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM
SQUAN VILLAGE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7322236770
VINTAGE VEHICLE MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	1800 BAY AVE	7328990012
WATERHOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7328189040
WEST LONG BRANCH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
VINTAGE AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM OF NEW JERSEY	GENERAL MUSEUM	1800 BAY AVE	7328990012	$-50,300

Libraries in Bay Head

Name	Address	Annual Visits
OCEAN COUNTY LIBRARY	101 WASHINGTON STREET	2,760,563
LONG BRANCH FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	328 BROADWAY	148,435
NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	25 NEPTUNE BOULEVARD	99,822
EATONTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY	33 BROAD STREET	82,052
ASBURY PARK FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	500 FIRST AVENUE	67,598
MANASQUAN PUBLIC LIBRARY	55 BROAD STREET	50,260
BRIELLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	610 SOUTH STREET	48,865
BRADLEY BEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY	511 FOURTH AVENUE	39,138
BELMAR PUBLIC LIBRARY	517 TENTH AVENUE	33,793
SPRING LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY	1501 THIRD AVENUE	21,552
TINTON FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY	664 TINTON AVENUE	21,392
FREEHOLD PUBLIC LIBRARY	28 1/2 E. MAIN STREET	19,871
AVON FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	GARFIELD & FIFTH AVENUES	18,567
SEA GIRT LIBRARY	RAILROAD STATION AT THE PLAZA	13,163

Farmers Markets in Bay Head

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
AG Farmers' Market	108 Indian Head Road	08/02/2018 to 08/02/2018	Thu: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Asbury Fresh	Kennedy Park (on Cookman Ave next to Ivan & Andys				Visit
Asbury Park Carousel Farmers' Market	First and Ocean Avenue	June to October	Thu:4:00 PM - 7:00 PM;	Yes
Brick Farmers' Market	265 Princeton Ave	05/21/2016 to 10/01/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Calgo Gardens Farmers Market	84 Cross Street				Visit
Eatontown (NJ) Farmers Market		06/01/2014 to 11/16/2014	Sun: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Forked River Farmers Market	Rt. 9 & Lacy Rd.
Point Pleasant Beach Farmers Market	601 Arnold Ave.	06/08/2014 to 09/28/2014	Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes
Seaside Park Marina Farmers Market	Seaside Park Marina Lot (J Street and Central Ave.)
South Toms River Farmers Market	Rt. 166
St. Paul's Farmers Market	Rts. 0 166
Toms River Farmers Market	East Water Street	June to October	Wed:11:00 am - 5:00 pm;	Yes	Visit

Breweries in Bay Head

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Artisan's Brewery and Italian Grill	Brewery	1171 Hooper Ave	7322447566	Visit
Beach Haus Brewery	Brewery	803 Main St
Kane Brewing	Breweries, Food & Drink	1750 Bloomsbury Ave	17329228600
Little Dog Brewing	Brewery	141 Steiner Ave
Nip & Tuck Bar & Package Goods	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Long Branch, NJ, Restaurants & Bars, Bars / Taverns	23 Norwood Ave	7322220023
Oxygen Supply Co Inc.	Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Oxygen Equipment & Supplies, Beer Line Cleaning & Repair, Weld	1889 Route 9
Rinn Duin Brewing	Private Tours, Brewery Tours, Breweries, Factory Tours, Food & Drink, Tours & Activities, More	1540 Rt 37 W	17325693261

Ski Resorts Near Bay Head

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Mt. Rose	100.0	8	2,957	$93	November - April	—	Yes

Daycare Centers in Bay Head

3 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
GOOD SHEPERD NURSERY SCHOOL 708 OCEAN ROAD	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	NOT AVAILABLE	OPEN
LITTLE GIGGLES DAYCARE POINT, LLC 707 OCEAN ROAD ROUTE 88	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	NOT AVAILABLE	OPEN
SEEDLING STREET EARLY LEARNING CENTER 643 - 645 OCEAN ROAD	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	NOT AVAILABLE	OPEN

Cell Towers in Bay Head

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
(Bayville site) 1015 ATLANTIC CITY BLVD	TOWER	152
(Bayville site) 1015 ATLANTIC CITY BLVD	TOWER	152
2429 Metedeconk Road (26916)	LTOWER	88
Burnt Tavern Road (77396)	GTOWER	64
West Bangs Avenue & Rt. 18 (61952)	LTOWER	60
(Brick Township) 975 BURNT TAVERN RD	LTOWER	58
(Brick Township) 975 BURNT TAVERN RD	LTOWER	58
703 Hyson Road & Frances St. (88145)	MTOWER	55

Fire Stations in Bay Head

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Bay Head Fire Company #1	81 Bridge AVE	Volunteer			732-899-7708

Bridges in Bay Head

Location	Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
	Slab	Concrete	1937	36	14,469	F

Superfund Sites Near Bay Head

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
NAUTILUS POWER, LLC	123 ENERGY WAY	OCEAN
NAUTILUS POWER, LLC	123 ENERGY WAY	OCEAN

Airports Near Bay Head

33 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
John F. Kennedy International Airport	JFK	Large Airport
LaGuardia Airport	LGA	Large Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport	EWR	Large Airport
Atlantic City International Airport	ACY	Medium Airport
Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport	NEL	Medium Airport
Mc Guire Air Force Base	WRI	Medium Airport
Morristown Municipal Airport	MMU	Medium Airport
Republic Airport	FRG	Medium Airport
Allen Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Central Jersey Regional Airport	JVI	Small Airport
Coyle Field	—	Small Airport
Cuddihy Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Eagles Nest Airport	—	Small Airport
Ekdahl Airport	—	Small Airport
Hammonton Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Hop Brook Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Lakewood Airport	—	Small Airport
Linden Airport	LDJ	Small Airport
Mar Bar L Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Monmouth Executive Airport	BLM	Small Airport
Ocean County Airport	MJX	Small Airport
Old Bridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Pemberton Airport	—	Small Airport
Princeton Airport	PCT	Small Airport
Red Lion Airport	—	Small Airport
Redwing Airport	—	Small Airport
Solberg/Hunterdon Airport	—	Small Airport
Somerset Airport	—	Small Airport
Strawberry Fields Airport	—	Small Airport
Trenton Robbinsville Airport	—	Small Airport
Warren Grove Range Airport	—	Small Airport
Werner Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Winchelsea Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Bay Head

27 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Berkeley Township Police Department	631 Pinewald Keswick Road
Bradley Beach Police Department
Brick Township Police Department	401 Chambersbridge Road
Campus Safety Gatehouse
Deal Police Department	190 Norwood Avenue
Deal Police Department	190 Norwood Avenue
Eatontown Police Department
Eatontown Police Department
Freehold Township Police Department
Gatekeeper's Lodge
Howell Township Police Department	300 Old Tavern Road
Lacey Twp Police Department
Lavallette Police Department
Manchester Police Department
Neptune Township Police Department
Oceanport Police Department	930 Oceanport Way
Point Pleasant Beach Police Boardwalk Station
Sea Girt Police Department
Seaside Heights Beach Headquarters
Seaside Heights Police Department	901 Boulevard
Seaside Heights Police Substation
Security/Welcome Center (SWC)
Spring Lake Heights Police Department	311 Washington Avenue
Spring Lake Heights Police Department	311 Washington Avenue
Toms River Police Department
Township of Ocean Police Department	399 Monmouth Road
Wall Township Police Headquarters

Grocery Stores in Bay Head

1 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar Tree 6675	Other	655 Route 88

Post Offices in Bay Head

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Bay Head Branch Post Office

Treatment Centers in Bay Head

21 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Bright Harbor Healthcare - Recovery Services	Substance Abuse	732-349-5550
Center For Vocational Rehabilitation	Mental Health	732-544-1800
CPC Integrated Health - CPC Freehold Counseling Center	Both	732-780-7387
Eleanor Health - Brick	Both	732-837-0215
Jersey Shore Medical Center - Addiction Recovery Services	Substance Abuse	732-643-4400
Jewish Family and Childrens Services - Greater Monmouth County	Both	732-774-6886
Monmouth Medical Center - Pollak Outpatient Behavioral Health	Both	732-923-6500 x5
Morning Glory Behavioral Health	Substance Abuse	732-918-9905
New Future Dreams LLC	Both	732-886-7128
New Hope Integrated Behavioral Health - Epiphany House Asbury Park	Substance Abuse	732-946-3030
New Hope Integrated Behavioral Health - Epiphany House Long Branch	Substance Abuse	732-870-9113
New Hope Integrated Behavioral Health - Epiphany House Outpatient	Substance Abuse	732-946-3030
New Hope Integrated Behavioral Health - Philip House	Substance Abuse	732-870-8500
Ocean Medical Services Inc	Substance Abuse	732-288-9322
Ocean Monmouth Care LLC	Substance Abuse	732-458-2180
Passaic County Peer Wellness Respite	Both	862-239-9896
Preferred Behavioral Health Group - Sail and Teen Intervene Programs	Mental Health	732-367-1710 x9304
Quantum Behavioral Health Servs	Substance Abuse	609-300-2180
Relevance LLC	Substance Abuse	732-702-2242
Seacrest Recovery Center - New Jersey	Substance Abuse	732-837-3323
Suburban Health Clinic of Toms River	Substance Abuse	732-797-9944

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bay Head

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BAY HEAD CHAPEL ASSOCIATION	PO BOX 321
ST PAULS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	PO BOX 105

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bay Head

What is the population of Bay Head?

Bay Head has a population of 1,201 residents and is located in New Jersey. The population density is 2,036 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.8% female and 46.2% male.

Is Bay Head expensive to live in?

Bay Head is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 108.8 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $145,417, 94% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $1,679,000 (496% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,554 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Bay Head safe?

Bay Head is considered a very safe city 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 1,537 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Bay Head receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bay Head?

Bay Head has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Bay Head?

The job market in Bay Head is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,357. There are 21,968 business establishments in the area, including 1,925 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 14.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bay Head?

The median home value in Bay Head is $1,679,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $2,401,683. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,554. Fair market rent is $1,759 for a 1-bedroom and $2,132 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 87.9%. The average annual property tax is $12,205.

How are the schools in Bay Head?

Schools in Bay Head score 6.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 75.3% of adults in Bay Head hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. 28.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bay Head?

The obesity rate in Bay Head is 25.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.7% of adults are smokers. 14.6% are physically inactive. 15.8% of residents report depression. 5.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 95.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:912.

What is transportation like in Bay Head?

The average commute in Bay Head is 28 minutes. 63% of workers drive alone to work, 3.7% use public transit, and 14.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bay Head?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bay Head is 94.8% White. 95.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.9% speak Spanish. 6.2% of the population are military veterans. 12.0% of residents have a disability. 98.5% have health insurance coverage.

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