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Manahawkin, NJ
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Manahawkin, NJ
At a Glance
How Manahawkin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Manahawkin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Manahawkin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Manahawkin residents earn a median household income of $79,417 , which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,123. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 15,958 business establishments, including 1,344 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Manahawkin is $399,500 , 42% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $579,191. Median rent is $1,650/month, with 36.9% 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 1984.
Safety & Crime
Manahawkin reports 172 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 55% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,155/100K.
Education
36.5% of adults in Manahawkin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above the national average). 86.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Manahawkin has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.