Brick, NJ
Brick · Ocean County · NJ 08723
Updated July 29, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$401K
Median Price
39/100
Walk Score
8/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
Our Take
Brick offers decent school ratings and a comfortable median income but it’s a car‑centric, low‑walkability suburb with limited public transit. If you value quiet, family‑friendly streets over convenience, it could work, but consider the daily drive.
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The Good
- ✓Strong school ratings (average 7.5/10)
- ✓Median household income ($100k) exceeds median home price
- ✓Low flood risk (X zone)
- ✓Reasonable median rent ($1,531)
Real Talk
- !Walk score 18 means almost everything requires a car
- !Transit options are essentially nonexistent
- !Commute to Manhattan is unmeasured but likely long and expensive
- !Higher property taxes typical for the area can erode affordability
- $Property taxes can be high for New Jersey suburbs
- $Car insurance and maintenance costs due to heavy reliance on vehicles
- $Utility bills may rise with suburban infrastructure costs
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Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Brick, NJ
Safety grade
5% higher than the national average
2% higher than the national average
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