Oceanport, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Oceanport is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 6,130. Residents earn $156,196 per year, which is 108% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
6,130 Population 1,934/sq mi density
$156,196 Median Income $73,874 per capita
$685,800 Home Value $888,487 Zillow
$1,310 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
121 Violent Crime/100K 1,016 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$156,196 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$685,800 home value, $1,310/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
121 violent crimes/100K (68% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $156,196
108% higher than US avg
Home Value $685,800
143% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 121/100K
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.6%
53% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,310
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,130
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density1,934/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A+
Median Income$156,196
Per Capita$73,874
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$52,693M
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$685,800
Rent$1,310
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$888,487

Crime

F
Violent121/100K
Property1,016/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault86/100K
Burglary172/100K

Health

Obesity29.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.6%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Elevation6 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.6%
High School+97.3%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute33 min
Libraries37

Is Oceanport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oceanport receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Oceanport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oceanport is $156,196, which is significantly higher than the national average — 108% above $75,149. This places Oceanport among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oceanport is $685,800, making it a premium housing market at 143% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,310 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Oceanport is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,016 per 100,000, 48% below the national average.

Education

Oceanport is a highly educated community — 51.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Oceanport 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.

Oceanport has a population of 6,130 with a density of 1,934 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%).

Population

6,130
Total Population
1,934
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Oceanport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oceanport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oceanport is $156,196, which is 108% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Oceanport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$156,196
108% above US avg
Per Capita Income$73,874
Avg Weekly Wage$1,357
IRS Avg AGI$138,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% 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 Rate1.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Oceanport is $685,800, 143% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,310 (13% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $888,487.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$685,800
143% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$888,487

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,310
13% 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-Occupied93.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,205
249% above US avg
Effective Rate1.78%
In Oceanport, 29.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.6% report depression. 15.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma8.9%
COPD3.6%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity15.7%
Depression15.6%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress9.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death5,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Oceanport has a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents, 68% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,016 per 100,000 (48% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent120.5/100K
68% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery34.4/100K
Assault86.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,015.7/100K
48% below US avg
Burglary172.2/100K
Theft774.7/100K
Vehicle Theft68.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Oceanport has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.5 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6 ft (2 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density1,934/sq mi
Coordinates40.3160°N, 74.0205°W
County FIPS34025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 51.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.8%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 11.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+51.6%
53% above US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,934/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities2,730
Restaurants1,925
Retail Stores2,557

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Work from Home9.4%

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