Port Monmouth, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Port Monmouth is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 3,285. Residents earn $106,677 per year, which is 42% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
3,285 Population 2,527/sq mi density
$106,677 Median Income $53,520 per capita
$423,600 Home Value $592,641 Zillow
$1,169 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$106,677 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$423,600 home value, $1,169/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $106,677
42% higher than US avg
Home Value $423,600
50% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.1%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,169
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,285
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density2,527/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$106,677
Per Capita$53,520
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$23,779M
Commute38 min

Housing

A
Home Value$423,600
Rent$1,169
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$592,641

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.8%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.5 in/yr
Elevation3 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.1%
High School+98.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 35%
Commute38 min
Libraries14

Is Port Monmouth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Monmouth receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Port Monmouth stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Monmouth is $106,677, which is significantly higher than the national average — 42% above $75,149. This places Port Monmouth among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Monmouth is $423,600, 50% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,169 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Port Monmouth 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.

Port Monmouth has a population of 3,285 with a density of 2,527 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.8%), with 2% Hispanic, 4.6% Black.

Population

3,285
Total Population
2,527
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Monmouth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Monmouth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Monmouth is $106,677, which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Port Monmouth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$106,677
42% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,520
Avg Weekly Wage$1,325
IRS Avg AGI$81,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,738
County GDP$23,779M

Business (County)

Restaurants897
Healthcare1,338
Retail1,354
Manufacturing121

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,820
95% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.1 min
Work from Home15.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Monmouth is $423,600, 50% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,169 (1% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $592,641.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$423,600
50% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$592,641

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$312
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio101.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,169
1% 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-Occupied77.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,820
95% above US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Port Monmouth, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.8% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Port Monmouth vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression16.8%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death6,376/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,338

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Port Monmouth 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

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density2,527/sq mi
Coordinates40.4342°N, 74.1007°W
County FIPS36085
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 35.1%

Winner: Republican by 29.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.1%
23% below US avg
High School+98.0%
School Test Score6.24
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,527/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,338
Restaurants897
Retail Stores1,354

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.1 min
Work from Home15.6%

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