New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Lakehurst is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,666. Residents earn $80,458 per year, which is 7% above the national average.
Based on current data, Lakehurst receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Lakehurst offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Lakehurst is $80,458, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Lakehurst is $225,800, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,637 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Lakehurst is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 37 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 848 per 100,000, 57% below the national average.
17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Lakehurst experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 84.1% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 15.9% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $80,458 |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,483 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,357 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $138,949 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.8% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 21,968 |
| County GDP | $52,693M |
| Restaurants | 1,925 |
| Healthcare | 2,730 |
| Retail | 2,557 |
| Manufacturing | 419 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $12,205 |
| 249% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.41% |
| Commute Time | 29.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |
| Census Median | $225,800 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $356,848 |
| $/Sq Ft | $302 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 109.5% |
| Price Drops | 100.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,637 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 64.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $12,205 |
| 249% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.41% |
| Obesity | 31.8% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.7% |
| Depression | 17.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.5% |
| Premature Death | 5,710/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,730 |
| Total Violent | 36.9/100K |
| 90% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 36.9/100K |
| Total Property | 848.4/100K |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 110.7/100K |
| Theft | 700.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 36.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 46 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 54.0°F |
| 0% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.6 inches |
| 28% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 65 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,962/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0131°N, 74.3204°W |
| County FIPS | 34025 |
Winner: Republican by 11.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.0% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.5% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,962/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 37 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,730 |
| Restaurants | 1,925 |
| Retail Stores | 2,557 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 46 |
| Avg Commute | 29.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |