Median Age
46 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
21%
Over 65
21%
Oak Ridge, NJ
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$971
Population
11,072
Renter Mix
12% Rent
Rural riverfront beauty in northern New Jersey
Rural
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Great Schools
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Scenic
Nestled amongst scenic state parks and campgrounds in northern New Jersey, Oak Ridge is a beautiful unincorporated community that’s got scenery to spare. In Autumn and Spring, Oak Ridge is hotspot of colorful leaves and incredible blooms. Long-standing homes make up the bulk of the rental market here. With small-town feel and easy access to amazing forests and outdoor destination, Oak Ridge is ideal for renters who love a bit of peace and quiet, or families looking for lots of space and tranquility. Proximity to Jefferson township actually means there is an incredible school district that serves Oak Ridge residents, but the real draw is the area’s relative seclusion while still being close to conveniences. Looking for sprawling landscapes but still want to raise a family with ease? Look in Oak Ridge.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$122,294
Average: $140,045
Education
3,805
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
6,224
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Oak Ridge has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
12%
Non-Renters
88%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
30%
Other Education
70%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Oak Ridge, NJ is $971 for one bedroom, $1,040 for two bedrooms, and $1,178 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Oak Ridge has increased by 0.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$971/month
0 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Oak Ridge, NJ is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Mahlon Dickerson County Reservation
- Farny State Park
- Sterling Hill Mine Tour & Museum of Fluorescence
- Franklin Mineral Museum
- Silas Condict County Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Newark Liberty International
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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.