Beesleys Point, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Beesleys Point is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,476.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,476 Population 693/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $42,376 per capita
$299,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $299,800
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.3%
73% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,476
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density693/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$42,376
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$19,423M
Commute20 min

Housing

Home Value$299,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation25 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.3%
High School+99.1%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute20 min
Libraries15

Is Beesleys Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beesleys Point receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Beesleys Point stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beesleys Point is $299,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

Beesleys Point is a highly educated community — 58.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Beesleys Point enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Beesleys Point has a population of 1,476 with a density of 693 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.2%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,476
Total Population
693
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Beesleys Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.8%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.2%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beesleys Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beesleys Point is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Beesleys Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$42,376
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$70,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,268
County GDP$19,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants830
Healthcare802
Retail1,005
Manufacturing120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Work from Home16.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Beesleys Point is $299,800, 6% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$299,800
6% above US avg
Median List Price$662,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$662,000
$/Sq Ft$364
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Rate2.81%
In Beesleys Point, 30.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 15.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Beesleys Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.5%
5% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma9.4%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity15.5%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress9.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.7%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death10,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities802

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Beesleys Point has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation25 ft (8 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density693/sq mi
Coordinates39.2772°N, 74.6349°W
County FIPS34001
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 58.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.3%
73% above US avg
High School+99.1%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density693/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities802
Restaurants830
Retail Stores1,005

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Work from Home16.5%

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