Ocean View, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Ocean View is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 877. Residents earn $85,000 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
877 Population 301/sq mi density
$85,000 Median Income $54,670 per capita
$371,600 Home Value $461,216 Zillow
56°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,000 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$371,600 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,000
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $371,600
32% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population877
Median Age51.7 yrs
Density301/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans14.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,000
Per Capita$54,670
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$7,801M
Commute16 min

Housing

A
Home Value$371,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$461,216
Housing Units289

Health

Obesity32.0%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking12.0%
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation12 ft (4 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+93.0%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute16 min
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries13

Is Ocean View a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ocean View receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Ocean View offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ocean View is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ocean View is $371,600, 32% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Ocean View enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Ocean View has a population of 877 with a density of 301 people per square mile. The median age is 51.7 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

877
Total Population
301
People / sq mi
51.7yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Ocean View vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ocean View vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ocean View is $85,000, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Ocean View vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,000
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,670
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$89,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,020
County GDP$7,801M

Business (County)

Restaurants889
Healthcare236
Retail613
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ocean View is $371,600, 32% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $461,216.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$371,600
32% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$461,216

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied89.1%
Housing Units289
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Rate2.22%
In Ocean View, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 19.5% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ocean View vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep32.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits69.0%
Premature Death9,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access92.0%
Healthcare Facilities236
Ocean View has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation12 ft (4 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density301/sq mi
Coordinates39.2013°N, 74.7437°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34009
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.6%
36% below US avg
High School+93.0%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score6.24
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density301/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities236
Restaurants889
Retail Stores613

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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