Where does this demographic data come from?

All demographic data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, which samples about 3.5 million households annually. The 5-year estimates provide the most reliable data for small geographies like municipalities.

What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

How accurate is this data for small towns?

For smaller municipalities, ACS estimates have wider margins of error because fewer residents are sampled. The 5-year estimates reduce this uncertainty by averaging over a longer period. For towns under 5,000 people, treat specific numbers as approximations rather than precise counts.

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Ocean Gate, NJ

Ocean Gate, NJ Population, Income & Demographics 2026

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

1,599population

51.8median age

This community is a community of 1,599 with a median age of 51.8. The population is predominantly White (89%) with a significant Two or More community (6.7%). Median household income is $69,397. 92.7% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 33.5% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 82.5%, with a median home value of $358,000.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

89%1,423

Two or More

6.7%107

Asian

2.5%40

Black

1.3%21

Hispanic/Latino

0.5%8

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

1.6%19

High School Diploma

35.5%418

Some College (<1 yr)

5.4%63

Some College (1+ yr)

6.1%72

Associate's Degree

10.6%125

Bachelor's Degree

21.5%253

Master's Degree

10.1%119

Professional Degree

0.6%7

Doctorate

1.3%15

HS or Higher

92.7%

BA or Higher

33.5%

Graduate+

12%

Housingi

$358,000median home value

$1,604median rent

82.5%homeownership

1,185total units

40.1%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 82.5%

Renter 17.5%

Home Values

$150K–$200K

3.8%22

$200K–$300K

15.9%93

$300K–$500K

70%410

$500K–$1M

8%47

$1M+

2.4%14

Rent Distribution

$500–$750

$750–$1,000

$1,250–$1,500

$1,500–$2,000

$2,000+

Year Built

2010–2019

3.4%40

2000–2009

4.5%53

1990–1999

8%95

1980–1989

6.7%79

1970–1979

4.4%52

1960–1969

14.9%176

1950–1959

20.5%243

1940–1949

9.3%110

1939 or earlier

28.4%337

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

95.8%680

Electricity

4.2%30

Household Economyi

$69,397median household income

$46,887per capita income

5.9%poverty rate

3.9%unemployment

661labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

9.4%67

$10K–$15K

1%7

$15K–$20K

7.6%54

$20K–$25K

1.5%11

$25K–$30K

2%14

$30K–$35K

4.2%30

$35K–$40K

2.3%16

$40K–$45K

1.8%13

$45K–$50K

2.7%19

$50K–$60K

8.2%58

$60K–$75K

12%85

$75K–$100K

11.7%83

$100K–$125K

16.1%114

$125K–$150K

4.4%31

$150K–$200K

4.2%30

$200K+

11%78

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

Residentsi

103

Avg. Tenant Renti

$612/mo

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers31 homes96% occupied$612/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $69,397/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $21K/yr

81%

Very low income$21K–$35K/yr

16%

Low income$35K–$56K/yr

Who Receives This Housing

94% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

42% of subsidized households are minority

14% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

13% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

875.4%

By Region

Top Countries

Korea

United Kingdom

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

635

Avg. Commutei

27.9 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

635

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

78(5.8% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

95.9%Insured

4.1%Uninsured