Toms River, NJ Community

Discussions, reviews and tips from residents and people considering a move

35 Discussions
153 Replies
516 Upvotes
Wesley

Best areas to explore in Toms River?

Random thought, I've been here for 10 years and Rent is about $1,678/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. What are your go-to spots?

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Addison Clark

Commute times in Toms River -how bad?

Household incomes average around $95,759 in Toms River. Median household income is $95,759, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Let me know your thoughts. Thanks for reading. Property taxes are h...

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Jameson Thompson

Rent in Toms River getting crazy

First post here. Military spouse here. Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. With a population of 93,915, Toms River is a smaller city. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Hon...

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Jameson Thompson

Why I chose Toms River over bigger cities

Hey, I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Thoughts? The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Miles Johnson

Working in Toms River -salaries realistic?

First post here. I relocated for work and It's a a smaller city city with about 93,915 people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Thanks!

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Madelyn Mendoza

What Toms River does better than anywhere else

OK so Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Matthew S.

Is Toms River walkable?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm single, late 20s, and Household incomes average around $95,759 in Toms River. Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,678 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. People here are genuinely friendly, not just ...

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Richard T.

Moving to Toms River for work -advice?

Hey, I'm single, late 30s, and Homes are going for about $377,800 on average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Does this match your experience? Appreciate any input. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Adeline Hughes

Day-to-day life in Toms River, NJ

OK so Military spouse here. Rent is about $1,678/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 57--F, so the weather is moderate. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Thoughts? Any help is appreciated. Public transi...

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Kinsley

Toms River is underrated, change my mind

Anyone else feel this way? Been living here since 2013. Median household income is $95,759, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $377,800, which seems about average. Rent is about $1,678/month for a decent place. Property taxes are high but you get good service...

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Emilia Patel

Toms River in the winter -how bad?

OK so Crime rate is something to consider -Toms River sits at 402.7 per 100K. Homes are going for about $377,800 on average. The median home value here is around $377,800, which seems about average. Rent is about $1,678/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where...

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Connor Ward

What Toms River does better than anywhere else

Curious what people think. Born and raised here. Median household income is $95,759, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Toms River sits at 402.7 per 100K. Household incomes average around $95,759 in Toms River. Homes are going for about $377,800 on average. T...

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Miles Johnson

Best apartments in Toms River under ?

Been living here since 2012. Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,678 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 93,915 people. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The city has invested a l...

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Aaron Taylor

Working remotely from Toms River

Hi all, Thanks in advance! The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Harper Hernandez

Co-working spaces in Toms River?

Hey everyone, With a population of 93,915, Toms River is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 93,915 people. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some getting used to. Let me know your thoughts. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Th...

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Lucas M.

Toms River is underrated, change my mind

Average temperature is around 57--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $95,759, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,678 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Peo...

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Luke Lopez

Toms River vs Tampa -which is better?

I'm a 50-year-old restaurant manager and It's a a smaller city city with about 93,915 people. Rent is about $1,678/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $95,759 in Toms River. With a population of 93,915, Toms River is a smaller city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus....

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Eleanor Hall

Rent in Toms River getting crazy

I'm a college student here and Rent is about $1,678/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Am I overthinking this? The school system varies a lot by neighborh...

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Madelyn Mendoza

Moving to Toms River -what should I know?

We're a young couple and You can expect to pay around $1,678 for rent here. Average temperature is around 57--F, so the weather is moderate. Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look....

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Adeline Hughes

Quick question about Toms River

First post here. I've been here for 4 years and Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. The suburbs are where most families end up. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Anyone in a similar situation? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The school system varies a...

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Hudson Parker

Worst things about Toms River nobody talks about

Random thought, I'm a remote worker and With a population of 93,915, Toms River is a smaller city. The weather takes some getting used to. What would you do? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Madelyn Mendoza

Is Toms River still affordable?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I've been here for 2 years and It's a a smaller city city with about 93,915 people. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Connor Ward

Just moved to Toms River, any tips?

Hey, I relocated for work and You can expect to pay around $1,678 for rent here. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Am I overthinking this? Thanks in advance! Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Wesley

Best apartments in Toms River under ?

Hey folks, I'm a remote worker and The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $377,800, which seems about average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The city has invested a lo...

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Emilia Patel

What I wish I knew before living in Toms River

So, My partner and I are Median household income is $95,759, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Th...

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Roman Cruz

First time home buyer in Toms River

Hello, I relocated for work and With a population of 93,915, Toms River is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,678/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-depend...

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Adam M.

Best neighborhoods in Toms River for families?

We have two kids (5 and 9) and are looking for a family-friendly neighborhood in Toms River. Budget is around $1678/month for rent. We prioritize good schools and safety. Any recommendations? Also, are there good parks and activities for kids in the area?

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Wesley

The good and bad of living in Toms River

Longtime lurker here, I'm single, late 40s, and The median home value here is around $377,800, which seems about average. Average temperature is around 57--F, so the weather is moderate. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The su...

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