South Toms River, NJ
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South Toms River, NJ
At a Glance
How South Toms River Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Toms River's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Toms River a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Toms River residents earn a median household income of $101,466 , which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,741. The unemployment rate stands at 8.0% (122% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 15,958 business establishments, including 1,344 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Toms River is $269,200 , 5% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $400,067. Median rent is $2,019/month, with 37.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1965.
Safety & Crime
South Toms River reports 130 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 66% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 829/100K.
Education
16.3% of adults in South Toms River hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below the national average). 86.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Toms River 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 totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.