Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 18% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
16%
Rumson
Rumson, NJ Area Guide
An idyllic suburb on the cusp of Manhattan
Upscale
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Luxurious
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Suburban
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Family-Friendly
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Riverside
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Coastal
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Scenic
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Lush
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Picturesque
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Commuter
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Situated between the Navesink and Shrewsbury rivers, Rumson is a picturesque town teeming with natural beauty in Monmouth County. Families flock to Rumson for its short commute times to Manhattan, excellent schools, scenic neighborhoods, and charming small-town atmosphere.
River Road, Rumson’s main thoroughfare, links the small business districts in town, which consist of delectable restaurants, cozy cafes, mom-and-pop stores, and more. Outdoor recreation abounds in Rumson, with plenty of opportunities for boating, fishing, golfing, and exploring the borough’s six versatile parks. Rumson is convenient to beach access in Sea Bright and Monmouth Beach as well as the expansive Monmouth Mall in nearby Eatontown. Rumson is accessible to Manhattan and its many world-class amenities in about an hour via car, ferry, or train.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$228,845
Average: $224,484
Education
3,705
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
3,249
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Rumson has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
10%
Non-Renters
90%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
49%
Other Education
51%
Getting Around
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Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Deane-Porter Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
384 Students
Public
Grades K-8
525 Students
Public
Grades K-8
525 Students
Rumson Fair Haven Regional High School
Public
Grades 9-12
876 Students
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Huber Woods Environmental Center
- Hartshorne Woods Park
- Twin Lights State Historic Site
- Murray Farmhouse and Barn
- Poricy Brook Fossil Beds
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- John F Kennedy International
- 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.