New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Long Branch is a mid-size city in New Jersey with a population of 32,184. Residents earn $73,381 per year, which is 2% below the national average.
Based on current data, Long Branch receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Long Branch has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Long Branch is $73,381, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Long Branch is $519,000, making it a premium housing market at 84% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,744 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Long Branch is below the national average at 320 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,445 per 100,000, 25% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 34.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 84.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Long Branch experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 65.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 35.0% |
| 161% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $73,381 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $41,238 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,153 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $82,172 |
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.7% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 74,847 |
| County GDP | $145,934M |
| Restaurants | 6,391 |
| Healthcare | 7,173 |
| Retail | 10,184 |
| Manufacturing | 1,465 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,470 |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.44% |
| Commute Time | 31.2 min |
| Work from Home | 8.3% |
| Census Median | $519,000 |
| 84% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $782,331 |
| Median List Price | $925,000 |
| Median List Price | $925,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $362 |
| Homes Sold | 14 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 93.9% |
| Price Drops | 10.6% |
| Inventory | 113 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,744 |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,773 |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 41.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,470 |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.44% |
| Obesity | 36.5% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.4% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.5% |
| Depression | 15.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 83.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,345/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7,173 |
| Total Violent | 320.1/100K |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Murder | 6.6/100K |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Rape | 23.1/100K |
| Robbery | 138.6/100K |
| Assault | 151.8/100K |
| Total Property | 2,445.4/100K |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 570.9/100K |
| Theft | 1,801.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 72.6/100K |
| Arson | 3.3/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 70 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 52.5 inches |
| 38% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 5.1 sq mi (13.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,286/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2954°N, 73.9899°W |
| County FIPS | 36047 |
Winner: Democrat by 44 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 34.5% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.4% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 6,286/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 8 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 8 |
| Public Libraries | 63 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7,173 |
| Restaurants | 6,391 |
| Retail Stores | 10,184 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 70 |
| Avg Commute | 31.2 min |
| Work from Home | 8.3% |