Lincroft, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Lincroft is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 6,901. Residents earn $168,945 per year, which is 125% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
6,901 Population 1,237/sq mi density
$168,945 Median Income $78,874 per capita
$719,000 Home Value $983,277 Zillow
$843 Median Rent 32.2% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$168,945 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$719,000 home value, $843/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
62.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $168,945
125% higher than US avg
Home Value $719,000
155% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 62.4%
85% higher than US avg
Median Rent $843
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.6%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,901
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density1,237/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans2.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$168,945
Per Capita$78,874
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$52,693M
Commute41 min

Housing

A
Home Value$719,000
Rent$843
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$983,277
Rent Burden32.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.3%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Elevation60 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+62.4%
High School+98.5%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute41 min
Broadband91.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries37

Is Lincroft a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lincroft receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Lincroft stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lincroft is $168,945, which is significantly higher than the national average — 125% above $75,149. This places Lincroft among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lincroft is $719,000, making it a premium housing market at 155% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $843 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Lincroft is a highly educated community — 62.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lincroft 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.

Lincroft has a population of 6,901 with a density of 1,237 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.6%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

6,901
Total Population
1,237
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lincroft vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.4%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.6%
31% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lincroft vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lincroft is $168,945, which is 125% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Lincroft vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$168,945
125% above US avg
Per Capita Income$78,874
Avg Weekly Wage$1,357
IRS Avg AGI$138,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)21,968
County GDP$52,693M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,925
Healthcare2,730
Retail2,557
Manufacturing419

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.5 min
Drive Alone64.6%
Public Transit7.3%
Work from Home20.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Lincroft is $719,000, 155% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $843 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $983,277.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$719,000
155% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$983,277
Median List Price$1,244,499

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,244,499
$/Sq Ft$361
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio108.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$843
28% below US avg
Rent Burden32.2%

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-Occupied88.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Rate1.70%
In Lincroft, 27.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.3% report depression. 15.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lincroft vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.6%
14% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure25.3%
Asthma8.7%
COPD3.4%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity15.0%
Depression15.3%
Mental Distress14.1%
Physical Distress8.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death5,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,730

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Lincroft has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation60 ft (18 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²)
Population Density1,237/sq mi
Coordinates40.3354°N, 74.1327°W
County FIPS34025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 62.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.4-point margin. 91.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.8%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 11.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+62.4%
85% above US avg
High School+98.5%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,237/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.3%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Restaurants1,925
Retail Stores2,557

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.5 min
Drive Alone64.6%
Public Transit7.3%
Work from Home20.5%

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