West Long Branch, NJ
Full City Profile · New Jersey · Monmouth County County
West Long Branch, NJ
At a Glance
How West Long Branch Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Long Branch's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Long Branch a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Long Branch residents earn a median household income of $123,661 , which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,217. The unemployment rate stands at 6.7% (86% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 21,968 business establishments, including 1,925 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Long Branch is $631,300 , 124% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $1,014,022. Median rent is $1,936/month, with 41.5% 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 1963.
Safety & Crime
West Long Branch reports 47 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,147/100K.
Education
45.9% of adults in West Long Branch hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% above the national average). 92.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Long Branch 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 totals 52.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.