Median Age
48 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
18%
Over 65
24%
Point Pleasant Beach
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,104
Population
6,595
Renter Mix
36% Rent
A modern beachfront community brimming with vintage Jersey Shore charm.
Beach
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Coastal
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Boardwalk
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Walkable
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Rail Service
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NJ Transit
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Public Transportation
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Salt air and the sound of waves set the tone for everyday life in Point Pleasant Beach, a small Jersey Shore borough where Jenkinson’s Boardwalk has drawn visitors and year-round residents alike for generations. Spanning just two square miles at the northern tip of the Barnegat Peninsula, the town balances a lively beachfront scene with a genuine neighborhood feel. A few blocks inland, Arnold Avenue and Bay Avenue form a charming downtown corridor of local shops and eateries, while Green Acres Park and Gull Island offer open space for everything from softball games to waterside fishing. NJ Transit rail service connects residents to the broader region without the need for a car.
The rental market here leans toward cozy one- and two-bedroom apartments and smaller apartment communities, many within easy walking distance of the beach or downtown. Incorporated in 1886, the borough holds a long history as a seaside destination, and Jenkinson’s Aquarium remains a cornerstone of the community year-round. Whether you’re drawn by the Atlantic breeze, the boardwalk energy, or the close-knit atmosphere of a truly walkable coastal town, Point Pleasant Beach delivers Shore living with lasting appeal.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$114,458
Average: $142,789
Education
3,456
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
3,419
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Point Pleasant Beach has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
36%
Non-Renters
64%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
43%
Other Education
57%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ is $2,104 for one bedroom, and $2,761 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Point Pleasant Beach has increased by 2.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,104/month
790 Sq Ft
House
$7,487/month
2,045 Sq Ft
Condo
$14,680/month
1,414 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Point Pleasant Beach, NJ is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
G Harold Antrim Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-8
315 Students
G Harold Antrim Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-8
315 Students
Point Pleasant Bch High School
Public
Grades 9-12
358 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Jenkinson's Aquarium
- Pine Creek Railroad
- Allaire State Park
- Ocean County Park
- Lake Shenandoah County Park
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† 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.