Lakehurst, NJ
Full City Profile · New Jersey · Monmouth County County
Lakehurst, NJ
At a Glance
How Lakehurst Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lakehurst's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lakehurst a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lakehurst residents earn a median household income of $80,458 , which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,483. The unemployment rate stands at 5.8% (61% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 21,968 business establishments, including 1,925 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lakehurst is $225,800 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $371,759. Median rent is $1,637/month, with 32.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
Lakehurst reports 143 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,687/100K.
Education
17.0% of adults in Lakehurst hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 87.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lakehurst has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.