Seaside Park, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Seaside Park is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,804. Residents earn $83,333 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,804 Population 2,733/sq mi density
$83,333 Median Income $74,866 per capita
$873,700 Home Value $824,563 Zillow
$1,402 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
63 Violent Crime/100K 3,011 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$83,333 median income, 2.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$873,700 home value, $1,402/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
63 violent crimes/100K (83% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,333
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $873,700
210% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 63/100K
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 56.7%
68% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,402
21% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,804
Median Age62.2 yrs
Density2,733/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,333
Per Capita$74,866
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$31,709M
Commute30 min

Housing

F
Home Value$873,700
Rent$1,402
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$824,563

Crime

F
Violent63/100K
Property3,011/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary878/100K

Health

Obesity28.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.4%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Elevation4 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.7%
High School+99.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute30 min
Libraries22

Is Seaside Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seaside Park receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. 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. Seaside Park has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Seaside Park is $83,333, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Seaside Park is $873,700, making it a premium housing market at 210% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,402 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Seaside Park is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,011 per 100,000, 54% above the national average.

Education

Seaside Park is a highly educated community — 56.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Seaside Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Seaside Park has a population of 1,804 with a density of 2,733 people per square mile. The median age is 62.2 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 2.4% Black.

Population

1,804
Total Population
2,733
People / sq mi
62.2yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Seaside Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Seaside Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seaside Park is $83,333, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Seaside Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,333
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$74,866
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$86,654

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,958
County GDP$31,709M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,344
Healthcare1,948
Retail2,030
Manufacturing323

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,704
149% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Seaside Park is $873,700, 210% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,402 (21% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $824,563.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$873,700
210% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$824,563
Median List Price$964,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$964,000
$/Sq Ft$564
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio91.2%
Price Drops37.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,402
21% 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-Occupied73.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,704
149% above US avg
Effective Rate1.00%
In Seaside Park, 28.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Seaside Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression17.4%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death7,127/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,948
Seaside Park has a violent crime rate of 63 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,011 per 100,000 (54% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent62.7/100K
83% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape62.7/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,011.3/100K
54% above US avg
Burglary878.3/100K
Theft2,070.3/100K
Vehicle Theft62.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)48

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Seaside Park has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.0 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4 ft (1 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density2,733/sq mi
Coordinates39.9264°N, 74.0787°W
County FIPS34029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 56.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.4%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 36 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+56.7%
68% above US avg
High School+99.0%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,733/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,948
Restaurants1,344
Retail Stores2,030

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)48
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Work from Home12.5%

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