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Oceanville, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Oceanville is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 721. Residents earn $163,459 per year, which is 118% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
721 Population 456/sq mi density
$163,459 Median Income $67,127 per capita
$247,600 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$163,459 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$247,600 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $163,459
118% higher than US avg
Home Value $247,600
12% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.8%
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.5%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population721
Median Age56.2 yrs
Density456/mi²
Male / Female56% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$163,459
Per Capita$67,127
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$19,423M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$247,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units369
Rent Burden34.2%

Health

Obesity27.5%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking10.9%
Depression17.3%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation42 ft (13 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+9.1%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute19 min
Broadband90.8%
Libraries15

Is Oceanville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oceanville receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Oceanville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oceanville is $163,459, which is significantly higher than the national average — 118% above $75,149. This places Oceanville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oceanville is $247,600, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Oceanville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Oceanville has a population of 721 with a density of 456 people per square mile. The median age is 56.2 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

721
Total Population
456
People / sq mi
56.2yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.5%
Female 44.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Oceanville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oceanville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oceanville is $163,459, which is 118% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Oceanville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$163,459
118% above US avg
Per Capita Income$67,127
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$70,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,268
County GDP$19,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants830
Healthcare802
Retail1,005
Manufacturing120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Oceanville is $247,600, 12% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$247,600
12% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$252
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.2%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Rent Burden34.2%

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-Occupied93.6%
Housing Units369
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,412
140% above US avg
Effective Rate3.40%
In Oceanville, 27.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 10.9% are current smokers. 17.3% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.5%
14% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma9.0%
COPD4.2%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.9%
22% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression17.3%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress10.7%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits68.4%
Premature Death10,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities802
Oceanville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.6 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation42 ft (13 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density456/sq mi
Coordinates39.4820°N, 74.4526°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34001
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3-point margin. 90.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.8%
20% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+9.1%
School Test Score6.24
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density456/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.8%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities802
Restaurants830
Retail Stores1,005

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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