Median Age
61 Years
Largest Age Group
65-74 Years
Approximately 20% of Residents
Under 20
13%
Over 65
43%
Lavallette
Lavallette, NJ Area Guide
Savor secluded beach access on the Jersey shore
Coastal
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Seaside
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Quiet
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Family-Friendly
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Laidback
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Close-Knit
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Tucked between Barnegat Bay and the Atlantic Ocean on a narrow barrier peninsula, Lavallette is the kind of Jersey Shore town where the sound of waves is never far off. Situated in Ocean County, this compact borough offers direct beach access on both the ocean and bay sides, making it a rare spot where sunrise and sunset can both be enjoyed near the water. The borough's boardwalk area draws crowds in warmer months, while bay-side fishing and the local yacht club give everyday life a distinctly coastal rhythm. Seaside Heights and Toms River are just a short drive away for additional dining, shopping, and commuter options.
The rental landscape in Lavallette tends toward cottages, single-family homes, and smaller apartment communities that reflect the borough's intimate scale. Seasonal rentals are common here, though year-round options do exist for those looking to settle in permanently. The borough was named in honor of Elie A. F. La Vallette, one of the first rear admirals appointed in the U.S. Navy under President Abraham Lincoln, giving this laid-back beach town a surprisingly distinguished history.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$101,177
Average: $125,547
Education
2,285
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,031
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Lavallette has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
18%
Non-Renters
82%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
45%
Other Education
55%
Getting Around
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Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-8
155 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
155 Students
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Points of Interest
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Parks and Recreation
- Cattus Island County Park
- Jenkinson's Aquarium
- Island Beach State Park
- Robert J. Novins Planetarium
- Double Trouble State Park
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.