New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
South Toms River is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 3,701. Residents earn $101,466 per year, which is 35% above the national average.
Based on current data, South Toms River receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. South Toms River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in South Toms River is $101,466, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places South Toms River among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in South Toms River is $269,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,019 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 403 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,953 per 100,000, 51% above the national average.
16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
South Toms River 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.
| English Only | 81.8% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 18.2% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $101,466 |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,741 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,105 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,654 |
| Unemployment | 5.6% |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 15,958 |
| County GDP | $31,709M |
| Restaurants | 1,344 |
| Healthcare | 1,948 |
| Retail | 2,030 |
| Manufacturing | 323 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,704 |
| 149% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.23% |
| Commute Time | 27.6 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |
| Census Median | $269,200 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $384,505 |
| Median List Price | $414,950 |
| Median List Price | $414,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $294 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 102.2% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,019 |
| 74% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 82.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,704 |
| 149% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.23% |
| Obesity | 31.9% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.3% |
| Depression | 16.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,127/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,948 |
| Total Violent | 402.7/100K |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 107.4/100K |
| Robbery | 187.9/100K |
| Assault | 107.4/100K |
| Total Property | 2,953.0/100K |
| 51% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 724.8/100K |
| Theft | 2,174.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 53.7/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 48 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.6°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 52.0 inches |
| 37% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,191/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9391°N, 74.2070°W |
| County FIPS | 34029 |
Winner: Republican by 36 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.3% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.5% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,191/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.2 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 22 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,948 |
| Restaurants | 1,344 |
| Retail Stores | 2,030 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 48 |
| Avg Commute | 27.6 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |