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Toms River, NJ
Toms River · NJ 08753
Updated November 1, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$530K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7.2/10
Schools
106 min
to Midtown Manhattan, NY
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
72/100
B-Quietness
70/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score43/100
Our Take
Toms River offers solid family-friendly schools, a healthy median income, and plenty of green space. It does lack walkability and transit options, and the commute to Manhattan is long, but it’s a balanced, comfortable spot for most residents.
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The Good
- ✓Highly rated local schools with strong community support
- ✓Robust median household income relative to cost of living
- ✓Large amount of coastal and park green space
- ✓Steady population growth and stable market
Real Talk
- !Commute to Manhattan is 106 minutes by car, not ideal for daily travel
- !Walk Score data unavailable; pedestrian amenities are limited
- !Limited public transit and nightlife options for young professionals
- !Potential for high property taxes and insurance due to coastal location
- $Elevated property taxes typical of New Jersey coastal towns
- $Higher homeowner's insurance costs for flood and wind protection
- $Maintenance costs for older homes near the shoreline
Best For
Families looking for good schoolsRemote workers who appreciate coastal sceneryRetirees seeking a quieter beach communityCommuters willing to trade a long drive for a strong local economy
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Toms River, NJ
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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