Manahawkin, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Manahawkin is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,359. Residents earn $79,417 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,359 Population 1,275/sq mi density
$79,417 Median Income $53,123 per capita
$399,500 Home Value $579,191 Zillow
$1,650 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,417 median income, 2.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$399,500 home value, $1,650/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,417
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $399,500
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.5%
8% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,650
42% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,359
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density1,275/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,417
Per Capita$53,123
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$31,709M
Commute29 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$399,500
Rent$1,650
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$579,191

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.8%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation15 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.5%
High School+86.2%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute29 min
EV Stations4
Libraries22

Is Manahawkin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manahawkin receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Manahawkin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manahawkin is $79,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manahawkin is $399,500, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,650 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 86.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Manahawkin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Manahawkin has a population of 2,359 with a density of 1,275 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.2%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

2,359
Total Population
1,275
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Manahawkin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.3%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.7%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Manahawkin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manahawkin is $79,417, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Manahawkin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,417
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,123
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$86,654

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,958
County GDP$31,709M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,344
Healthcare1,948
Retail2,030
Manufacturing323

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,704
149% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Manahawkin is $399,500, 42% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,650 (42% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $579,191.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$399,500
42% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$579,191
Median List Price$465,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$465,000
$/Sq Ft$292
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,650
42% above US avg

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-Occupied79.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,704
149% above US avg
Effective Rate2.18%
In Manahawkin, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.8% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.9%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression16.8%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death7,127/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,948

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)48

Safety Score

Manahawkin has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation15 ft (5 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density1,275/sq mi
Coordinates39.6899°N, 74.2427°W
County FIPS34029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 36.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.4%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 36 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.5%
8% above US avg
High School+86.2%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,275/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,948
Restaurants1,344
Retail Stores2,030

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)48

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Work from Home4.9%

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