Barnegat, NJ

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Barnegat Overview

3,284
TOTAL POPULATION
1,707
MALE POPULATION
1,577
FEMALE POPULATION
108.24
MALES / 100 FEMALES
92.38
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.1
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$43,222
PER CAPITA INCOME
$101,144
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$98,621
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
11.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
89.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,792
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Barnegat Zip Codes

Barnegat Area Codes

Race in Barnegat

The most populous races in Barnegat are White / Caucasian (3,058 | 93.1%), Hispanic or Latino (329 | 10.0%), and Two or more Races (80 | 2.4%).
Race in Barnegat
Race# Population% Population
Asian591.8%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific331.0%
Hispanic or Latino32910.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian3,05893.1%
Two or more Races802.4%
Some other Race541.6%
Total3,284100.0%

Ancestry in Barnegat

The most populous ancestries reported in Barnegat are Italian (1,269 | 38.6%), German (878 | 26.7%), Irish (758 | 23.1%), English (370 | 11.3%), and Puerto Rican (221 | 6.7%), together accounting for 106.5% of all Barnegat residents.
Ancestry in Barnegat
Ancestry# Population% Population
African130.4%
American1354.1%
Austrian601.8%
Burmese180.5%
Central American290.9%
Czechoslovakian140.4%
English37011.3%
French170.5%
German87826.7%
Irish75823.1%
Italian1,26938.6%
Korean491.5%
Mexican792.4%
Panamanian290.9%
Pennsylvania German351.1%
Polish1705.2%
Portuguese401.2%
Puerto Rican2216.7%
Russian631.9%
Slovak140.4%
Subsaharan African130.4%
Swedish641.9%
Tongan331.0%
Ukrainian1083.3%
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Immigrants in Barnegat

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Barnegat came from Asia (49 | 1.5%), Philippines (34 | 1.0%), South Eastern Asia (34 | 1.0%), Australia (33 | 1.0%), and Oceania (33 | 1.0%), together accounting for 5.6% of all Barnegat residents.
Immigrants in Barnegat
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia491.5%
Australia331.0%
Brazil280.9%
China150.5%
Eastern Asia150.5%
Latin America280.9%
Oceania331.0%
Philippines341.0%
South America280.9%
South Eastern Asia341.0%
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Sex and Age in Barnegat

Sex and Age in Barnegat

The most populous age groups in Barnegat are 60 to 64 Years (195 | 11.4%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (297 | 18.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Barnegat
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years181 (10.6%)130 (8.2%)
5 to 9 Years145 (8.5%)129 (8.2%)
10 to 14 Years42 (2.5%)43 (2.7%)
15 to 19 Years69 (4.0%)67 (4.3%)
20 to 24 Years115 (6.7%)42 (2.7%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)66 (4.2%)
30 to 34 Years173 (10.1%)126 (8.0%)
35 to 39 Years123 (7.2%)183 (11.6%)
40 to 44 Years64 (3.7%)59 (3.7%)
45 to 49 Years59 (3.5%)92 (5.8%)
50 to 54 Years73 (4.3%)165 (10.5%)
55 to 59 Years132 (7.7%)80 (5.1%)
60 to 64 Years195 (11.4%)297 (18.8%)
65 to 69 Years173 (10.1%)46 (2.9%)
70 to 74 Years72 (4.2%)31 (2.0%)
75 to 79 Years91 (5.3%)21 (1.3%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,707 (100.0%)1,577 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Barnegat

Median Family Size in Barnegat

The median family size in Barnegat is 2.90 persons per family, with single female/mother families (41 | 3.9%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.49 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (95 | 9.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.63 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Barnegat
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple905 (86.9%)2.90
Single Male/Father95 (9.1%)2.63
Single Female/Mother41 (3.9%)3.49
Total Families1,041 (100.0%)2.90

Median Household Size in Barnegat

The median household size in Barnegat is 2.73 persons per household, with single female/mother households (41 | 3.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.88 persons per household. non-family households (163 | 13.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Barnegat
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple905 (75.2%)2.90
Single Male/Father95 (7.9%)3.25
Single Female/Mother41 (3.4%)3.88
Non-family163 (13.5%)1.15
Total Households1,204 (100.0%)2.73

Household Size by Marriage Status in Barnegat

Out of a total of 1,204 households in Barnegat, 1,041 (86.5%) are family households, while 163 (13.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 500, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 131.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Barnegat
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-131 (10.9%)
2-Person Households500 (41.5%)32 (2.7%)
3-Person Households175 (14.5%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households301 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households44 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households21 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,041 (86.5%)163 (13.5%)

Female Fertility in Barnegat

Fertility by Age in Barnegat

Average fertility rate in Barnegat is 145.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 177.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 64.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Barnegat
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years33 (35.9%)141.0
35 to 50 years59 (64.1%)177.0
Total92 (100.0%)145.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Barnegat

35.9% of women with births (92) in Barnegat are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Barnegat
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)59 (100.0%)
Total33 (35.9%)59 (64.1%)

Fertility by Education in Barnegat

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Barnegat
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree92 (100.0%)365.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total92 (100.0%)145.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Barnegat

64.1% of women with births in Barnegat are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 35.9% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 64.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Barnegat
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree33 (35.9%)59 (64.1%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total33 (35.9%)59 (64.1%)

Income in Barnegat

Income Overview in Barnegat

Per Capita Income in Barnegat is $43,222, while median incomes of families and households are $101,144 and $98,621 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,284$43,222
Median Family Income1,041$101,144
Mean Family Income1,041$124,323
Median Household Income1,204$98,621
Mean Household Income1,204$120,431
Income Deficit1,041$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,28410.99%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,28489.01¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,2840.40

Earnings by Sex in Barnegat

Average Earnings in Barnegat are $47,382, $50,649 for men and $45,085 for women, a difference of 11.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Barnegat
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male976 (55.5%)$50,649
Female783 (44.5%)$45,085
Total1,759 (100.0%)$47,382

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Barnegat

The most common earnings brackets in Barnegat are $100,000+ for men (242 | 24.8%) and $50,000 to $54,999 for women (139 | 17.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Barnegat
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less49 (5.0%)16 (2.0%)
$2,500 to $4,99923 (2.4%)60 (7.7%)
$5,000 to $7,49941 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99923 (2.4%)43 (5.5%)
$10,000 to $12,49921 (2.1%)59 (7.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99928 (2.9%)54 (6.9%)
$15,000 to $17,49933 (3.4%)54 (6.9%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)67 (8.6%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99920 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99951 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99973 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99937 (3.8%)37 (4.7%)
$45,000 to $49,99969 (7.1%)44 (5.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99977 (7.9%)139 (17.7%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)95 (12.1%)
$65,000 to $74,99982 (8.4%)17 (2.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999107 (11.0%)41 (5.2%)
$100,000+242 (24.8%)57 (7.3%)
Total976 (100.0%)783 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Barnegat

Average earnings in Barnegat are $65,671 for men and $46,278 for women, a difference of 29.5%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $104,360, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $32,813. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $55,181, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $14,417.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Barnegat
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$32,813$14,417
College or Associate's Degree$104,360$0
Bachelor's Degree$75,484$55,181
Graduate Degree--
Total$65,671$46,278

Family Income in Barnegat

Family Income Brackets in Barnegat

According to the Barnegat family income data, there are 246 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Barnegat
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000161.5%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999212.0%
$25,000 to $34,99917817.1%
$35,000 to $49,999151.4%
$50,000 to $74,999858.2%
$75,000 to $99,99918417.7%
$100,000 to $149,99924623.6%
$150,000 to $199,99921120.3%
$200,000+858.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Barnegat

4-person families (230 | 22.1%) account for the highest median family income in Barnegat with $151,548 per family, while 2-person families (500 | 48.0%) have the highest median income of $44,584 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Barnegat
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families500 (48.0%)$89,167
3-Person Families246 (23.6%)$0
4-Person Families230 (22.1%)$151,548
5-Person Families44 (4.2%)$0
6-Person Families21 (2.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total1,041 (100.0%)$101,144

Family Income by Number of Earners in Barnegat

Family Income by Number of Earners in Barnegat
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners160 (15.4%)$0
1 Earner358 (34.4%)$77,083
2 Earners375 (36.0%)$128,697
3+ Earners148 (14.2%)$196,190
Total1,041 (100.0%)$101,144

Household Income in Barnegat

Household Income Brackets in Barnegat

With 246 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Barnegat, accounting for 20.4% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Barnegat
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000393.2%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999433.6%
$25,000 to $34,9991078.9%
$35,000 to $49,999726.0%
$50,000 to $74,99913010.8%
$75,000 to $99,99922818.9%
$100,000 to $149,99924620.4%
$150,000 to $199,99922318.5%
$200,000+1179.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Barnegat

The median household income in Barnegat is $98,621, with the highest median household income of $129,255 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 390 households (32.4%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Barnegat
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years390 (32.4%)$129,255
45 to 64 Years614 (51.0%)$98,621
65+ Years200 (16.6%)$0
Total1,204 (100.0%)$98,621

Poverty in Barnegat

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Barnegat

With 2.1% poverty level for males and 6.2% for females among the residents of Barnegat, 45 to 54 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 19 males (14.4%) and 82 females (33.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Barnegat
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years17 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)82 (33.9%)
45 to 54 Years19 (14.4%)16 (6.2%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36 (2.1%)98 (6.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Barnegat

According to the poverty statistics in Barnegat, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Barnegat
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years181 (100.0%)130 (100.0%)
5 Years20 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years136 (88.9%)121 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years14 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years18 (100.0%)46 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years166 (100.0%)42 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years173 (100.0%)192 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years187 (100.0%)160 (66.1%)
45 to 54 Years113 (85.6%)241 (93.8%)
55 to 64 Years327 (100.0%)377 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years245 (100.0%)77 (100.0%)
75 Years and over91 (100.0%)21 (100.0%)
Total1,671 (97.9%)1,479 (93.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Barnegat

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Barnegat show that 1.8% or 16 of the total 905 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 6.3%, comprising of 16 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Barnegat
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children603 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children238 (93.7%)16 (6.3%)
3 or 4 Children48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total889 (98.2%)16 (1.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Barnegat

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Barnegat
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Barnegat

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Barnegat
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children16 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total16 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Barnegat

Employment by Class of Employer in Barnegat

Among the 1,667 employed individuals in Barnegat, private company employees (876 | 52.5%), local government employees (274 | 16.4%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (187 | 11.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Barnegat
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees87652.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1247.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)18711.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations1509.0%
Local Government Employees27416.4%
State Government Employees321.9%
Federal Government Employees241.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,667100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Barnegat

According to the labor force statistics for Barnegat, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,593), 69.1% or 1,792 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.8% or 86 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 157 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 28.8% or 19 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Barnegat
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years21 (18.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years157 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years66 (100.0%)19 (28.8%)
30 to 34 Years299 (100.0%)8 (2.7%)
35 to 44 Years395 (92.1%)23 (5.8%)
45 to 54 Years304 (78.1%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years190 (89.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years253 (51.4%)36 (14.2%)
65 to 74 Years107 (33.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,792 (69.1%)86 (4.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Barnegat

According to labor force statistics for Barnegat, 79.9% of individuals (1,508) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,887) are in the labor force, with 5.7% or 86 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 88.9% or 769 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 17.0% or 66 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Barnegat
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School54 (45.4%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma388 (82.7%)80 (17.0%)
College / Associate Degree296 (68.2%)30 (6.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher769 (88.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,508 (79.9%)108 (5.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Barnegat

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Barnegat are Community & Social Service (217 | 12.7%), Computers, Engineering & Science (193 | 11.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (176 | 10.3%), Health Technologists (156 | 9.1%), and Management (138 | 8.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Barnegat

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Barnegat, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (76.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Barnegat
OccupationMaleFemale
Management138 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial17 (40.5%)25 (59.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science148 (76.7%)45 (23.3%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science58 (64.4%)32 (35.6%)
Community & Social Service 39 (18.0%)178 (82.0%)
Education, Arts & Media18 (34.6%)34 (65.4%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)44 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library21 (20.2%)83 (79.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating100 (56.8%)76 (43.2%)
Health Technologists80 (51.3%)76 (48.7%)
Total (Category)442 (57.7%)324 (42.3%)
Total (Overall)957 (56.1%)749 (43.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Barnegat are Cleaning & Maintenance (87 | 5.1%), Personal Care & Service (59 | 3.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (47 | 2.8%), Security & Protection (45 | 2.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (45 | 2.6%).
Services Occupations in Barnegat

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Barnegat, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (48.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (63.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (51.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Barnegat
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Security & Protection45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving23 (48.9%)24 (51.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance32 (36.8%)55 (63.2%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)59 (100.0%)
Total (Category)100 (42.0%)138 (58.0%)
Total (Overall)957 (56.1%)749 (43.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Barnegat are Sales & Related (269 | 15.8%), and Office & Administration (143 | 8.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Barnegat

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Barnegat
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related144 (53.5%)125 (46.5%)
Office & Administration27 (18.9%)116 (81.1%)
Total (Category)171 (41.5%)241 (58.5%)
Total (Overall)957 (56.1%)749 (43.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Barnegat are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (103 | 6.0%), and Construction & Extraction (57 | 3.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Barnegat

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Barnegat
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair103 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)160 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)957 (56.1%)749 (43.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Barnegat are Material Moving (82 | 4.8%), and Transportation (48 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Barnegat

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Barnegat
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation48 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving36 (43.9%)46 (56.1%)
Total (Category)84 (64.6%)46 (35.4%)
Total (Overall)957 (56.1%)749 (43.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Barnegat

Employment Industries in Barnegat

The major employment industries in Barnegat include Retail Trade (255 | 14.9%), Educational Services (225 | 13.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (221 | 13.0%), Professional & Scientific (187 | 11.0%), and Public Administration (122 | 7.1%).
Employment Industries in Barnegat

Employment Industries by Sex in Barnegat

The Barnegat industries that see more men than women are Manufacturing (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (82.8%), and Educational Services (72.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Barnegat
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction74 (81.3%)17 (18.7%)
Manufacturing62 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade159 (62.4%)96 (37.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance12 (35.3%)22 (64.7%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing81 (78.6%)22 (21.4%)
Professional & Scientific93 (49.7%)94 (50.3%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support73 (83.0%)15 (17.1%)
Educational Services62 (27.6%)163 (72.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance38 (17.2%)183 (82.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services46 (60.5%)30 (39.5%)
Public Administration90 (73.8%)32 (26.2%)
Total957 (56.1%)749 (43.9%)

Education in Barnegat

School Enrollment in Barnegat

The most common levels of schooling among the 685 students in Barnegat are elementary school (244 | 35.6%), nursery / preschool (111 | 16.2%), and college / undergraduate (94 | 13.7%).
School Enrollment in Barnegat
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool11116.2%
Kindergarten202.9%
Elementary School24435.6%
Middle School8612.6%
High School8512.4%
College / Undergraduate9413.7%
Graduate / Professional456.6%
Total685100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Barnegat

Out of a total of 685 students who are enrolled in schools in Barnegat, 71 (10.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 614 (89.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 41 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 90 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Barnegat
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old274 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds67 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds55 (64.7%)30 (35.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)41 (100.0%)
Total614 (89.6%)71 (10.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Barnegat

Science & technology (186 | 17.3%), business (157 | 14.6%), education (139 | 13.0%), engineering (90 | 8.4%), and psychology (87 | 8.1%) are the most common fields of study among 1,073 individuals in Barnegat who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Barnegat
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural706.5%
Physical & Health Sciences807.5%
Psychology878.1%
Social Sciences827.6%
Engineering908.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology18617.3%
Business15714.6%
Education13913.0%
Literature & Languages302.8%
Liberal Arts & History181.7%
Visual & Performing Arts474.4%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities878.1%
Total1,073100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Barnegat

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Barnegat

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Barnegat are males with 2 vehicles (401, accounting for 43.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (411, making up 53.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Barnegat
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle85 (9.3%)59 (7.9%)
2 Vehicles401 (43.7%)411 (54.9%)
3 Vehicles246 (26.8%)127 (17.0%)
4 Vehicles92 (10.0%)122 (16.3%)
5 or more Vehicles94 (10.2%)30 (4.0%)
Total918 (100.0%)749 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Barnegat

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Barnegat are 5 to 9 minutes (289 commuters, 17.9%), 10 to 14 minutes (270 commuters, 16.7%), and 30 to 34 minutes (236 commuters, 14.6%).
Commute Time in Barnegat
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes28917.9%
10 to 14 Minutes27016.7%
15 to 19 Minutes20913.0%
20 to 24 Minutes1398.6%
25 to 29 Minutes1126.9%
30 to 34 Minutes23614.6%
35 to 39 Minutes352.2%
40 to 44 Minutes120.7%
45 to 59 Minutes855.3%
60 to 89 Minutes1298.0%
90 or more Minutes976.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Barnegat

The most common commute times in Barnegat are 5 to 9 minutes (163 commuters, 18.1%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (170 commuters, 23.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Barnegat
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes163 (18.1%)126 (17.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes100 (11.1%)170 (23.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes161 (17.9%)48 (6.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes85 (9.5%)54 (7.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)112 (15.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes117 (13.0%)119 (16.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes35 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes12 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes69 (7.7%)16 (2.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes75 (8.3%)54 (7.6%)
90 or more Minutes82 (9.1%)15 (2.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Barnegat

The most frequent times of departure to work in Barnegat are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (158, 17.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (192, 26.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Barnegat
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM87 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM41 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM46 (5.1%)55 (7.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM100 (11.1%)61 (8.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM158 (17.6%)94 (13.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM59 (6.6%)42 (5.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM104 (11.6%)192 (26.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM78 (8.7%)21 (2.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM20 (2.2%)48 (6.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM93 (10.3%)125 (17.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM54 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)76 (10.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM59 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total899 (100.0%)714 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Barnegat

Occupancy by Ownership in Barnegat

Of the total 1,204 dwellings in Barnegat, owner-occupied units account for 1,023 (85.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 181 (15.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Barnegat
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,02385.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units18115.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,204100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Barnegat

Occupancy by Household Size in Barnegat
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household13110.9%
2-Person Household53244.2%
3-Person Household17514.5%
4+ Person Household36630.4%
Total Housing Units1,204100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Barnegat

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Barnegat
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household52 (39.7%)79 (60.3%)
2-Person Household489 (91.9%)43 (8.1%)
3-Person Household159 (90.9%)16 (9.1%)
4+ Person Household323 (88.2%)43 (11.7%)
Total Housing Units1,023 (85.0%)181 (15.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Barnegat

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Barnegat
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School24 (40.0%)36 (60.0%)
High School Diploma297 (92.8%)23 (7.2%)
College/Associate Degree185 (76.4%)57 (23.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher517 (88.8%)65 (11.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Barnegat

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Barnegat
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years19416.1%
35 to 44 Years19616.3%
45 to 54 Years15512.9%
55 to 64 Years45938.1%
65 to 74 Years16413.6%
75 to 84 Years363.0%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total1,204100.0%

Housing Finances in Barnegat

Median Income by Occupancy in Barnegat

Median Income by Occupancy in Barnegat
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,023 (85.0%)$102,367
Renter-Occupied181 (15.0%)$63,603
Average1,204 (100.0%)$98,621

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Barnegat

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Barnegat
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)39 (21.5%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)22 (12.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99921 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999107 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99972 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99979 (7.7%)51 (28.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999188 (18.4%)39 (21.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999246 (24.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more310 (30.3%)30 (16.6%)
Total1,023 (100.0%)181 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Barnegat

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Barnegat
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49941 (4.0%)23 (12.7%)
$500 to $79974 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99930 (2.9%)16 (8.8%)
$1,000 to $1,499104 (10.2%)44 (24.3%)
$1,500 to $1,999201 (19.7%)26 (14.4%)
$2,000 to $2,499219 (21.4%)72 (39.8%)
$2,500 to $2,999211 (20.6%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more143 (14.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,023 (100.0%)181 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Barnegat

Housing Structures in Barnegat

Housing Structures in Barnegat
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached94778.6%
Single Unit, Attached1139.4%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments383.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments292.4%
10 or more Apartments776.4%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total1,204100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Barnegat

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Barnegat
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached925 (97.7%)22 (2.3%)
Single Unit, Attached69 (61.1%)44 (38.9%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)38 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)77 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,023 (85.0%)181 (15.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Barnegat

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Barnegat
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms23 (2.2%)47 (26.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms75 (7.3%)87 (48.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms467 (45.7%)0 (0.0%)
8 or more Rooms458 (44.8%)47 (26.0%)
Total1,023 (100.0%)181 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Barnegat

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Barnegat
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas972 (95.0%)167 (92.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity51 (5.0%)14 (7.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,023 (100.0%)181 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Barnegat

Household Vehicle Usage in Barnegat
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle52 (5.1%)120 (66.3%)
2 Vehicles613 (59.9%)44 (24.3%)
3 or more Vehicles358 (35.0%)17 (9.4%)
Total1,023 (100.0%)181 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Barnegat

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Barnegat

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units169854
Median Property Value$284,100$353,000
Median Household Income$89,867$291
Monthly Housing Costs$783$143
Real Estate Taxes$6,157$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Barnegat

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Barnegat
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)22 (2.6%)
$50,000 to $99,99919 (11.2%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99989 (52.7%)265 (31.0%)
$300,000 to $499,99961 (36.1%)442 (51.8%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)125 (14.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total169 (100.0%)854 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Barnegat

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Barnegat
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)84 (9.8%)
$10,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)21 (2.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99915 (8.9%)107 (12.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)57 (6.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999101 (59.8%)79 (9.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99934 (20.1%)87 (10.2%)
$150,000 or more19 (11.2%)212 (24.8%)
Total169 (100.0%)854 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Barnegat

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Barnegat
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x19 (11.2%)129,043 (15,110.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x64 (37.9%)193 (22.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x54 (32.0%)172 (20.1%)
4.0x or more32 (18.9%)228 (26.7%)
Total169 (100.0%)854 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Barnegat

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Barnegat
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)22 (2.6%)
$800 to $1,499150 (88.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total169 (100.0%)854 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Barnegat

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Barnegat

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Barnegat
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years352 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years399 (92.1%)34 (7.9%)
19 to 25 Years178 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years340 (93.1%)25 (6.9%)
35 to 44 Years416 (97.0%)13 (3.0%)
45 to 54 Years358 (92.0%)31 (8.0%)
55 to 64 Years647 (91.9%)57 (8.1%)
65 to 74 Years322 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older112 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,124 (95.1%)160 (4.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Barnegat

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Barnegat
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born352 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen399 (92.1%)34 (7.9%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen178 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Barnegat

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Barnegat
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000131 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999478 (94.5%)28 (5.5%)
$50,000 to $74,999331 (90.7%)34 (9.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999503 (92.5%)41 (7.5%)
$100,000 and over1,681 (96.7%)57 (3.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Barnegat

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Barnegat
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 632 (9.1%)339 (96.3%)
6 to 18 Years106 (24.5%)323 (74.6%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)178 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years61 (16.7%)313 (85.8%)
35 to 44 Years82 (19.1%)334 (77.9%)
45 to 54 Years79 (20.3%)279 (71.7%)
55 to 64 Years77 (10.9%)593 (84.2%)
65 to 74 Years322 (100.0%)223 (69.3%)
75 Years and over112 (100.0%)53 (47.3%)
Total871 (26.5%)2,635 (80.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Barnegat

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Barnegat
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years14 (6.8%)16 (6.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years41 (6.4%)90 (10.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over42 (46.2%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Barnegat

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Barnegat: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years14 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)21 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over42 (46.2%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Barnegat: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)16 (6.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Barnegat: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years14 (6.8%)16 (6.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years41 (6.4%)69 (7.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over42 (46.2%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Barnegat: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)46 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over42 (46.2%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Barnegat: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Barnegat

Computing Device Access in Barnegat

Computing Device Access in Barnegat
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,08089.7%
Smartphone1,13193.9%
Tablet1,04486.7%
No Computing Device00.0%
Total1,204100.0%

Internet Access in Barnegat

Internet Access in Barnegat
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,03886.2%
Cellular Data Only1099.0%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet574.7%
Total1,204100.0%

Barnegat Summary

Barnegat, NJ is a small town located in Ocean County, New Jersey. It is situated on the Barnegat Bay, which is part of the Atlantic Ocean. The town has a population of about 10,000 people and is a popular tourist destination due to its proximity to the Jersey Shore.

History

Barnegat was first settled in 1614 by Dutch settlers. The town was originally known as Barnegat Township and was part of Burlington County. In 1846, Barnegat Township was split into two townships, Barnegat and Ocean. In 1891, Barnegat was incorporated as a borough.
The town was named after the Barnegat Bay, which was named by Dutch explorer Cornelius Jacobsen Mey in 1614. The name is derived from the Dutch word “baren gat”, which means “bear hole”.

Geography

Barnegat is located in Ocean County, New Jersey. It is situated on the Barnegat Bay, which is part of the Atlantic Ocean. The town is bordered by the townships of Lacey, Stafford, and Ocean.
The town has a total area of 4.2 square miles, of which 3.9 square miles is land and 0.3 square miles is water. The town is located in the Pine Barrens, a large area of pine forests and wetlands.

Economy

Barnegat’s economy is largely based on tourism. The town is a popular destination for beachgoers, boaters, and fishermen. The town also has a number of restaurants, shops, and other businesses that cater to tourists.
The town is also home to a number of manufacturing and industrial businesses. These businesses include a plastics factory, a boat manufacturing plant, and a seafood processing plant.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Barnegat had a population of 10,347 people. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 2.2% African American, 0.7% Asian, 0.3% Native American, and 2.5% from other races.
The median household income in Barnegat was $60,945 in 2010. The median age of the town’s population was 44.7 years.
Barnegat is a small town with a rich history and a vibrant economy. The town is a popular tourist destination and is home to a number of businesses that cater to tourists and locals alike. The town has a diverse population and a median household income that is higher than the national average.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Barnegat?
Total Population of Barnegat is 3,284.
What is the Total Male Population of Barnegat?
Total Male Population of Barnegat is 1,707.
What is the Total Female Population of Barnegat?
Total Female Population of Barnegat is 1,577.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Barnegat?
There are 108.24 Males per 100 Females in Barnegat.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Barnegat?
There are 92.38 Females per 100 Males in Barnegat.
What is the Median Population Age in Barnegat?
Median Population Age in Barnegat is 41.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Barnegat
Average Family Size in Barnegat is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Barnegat
Average Household Size in Barnegat is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Barnegat?
Per Capita income in Barnegat is $43,222.
What is the Median Family Income in Barnegat?
Median Family Income in Barnegat is $101,144.
What is the Median Household income in Barnegat?
Median Household Income in Barnegat is $98,621.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Barnegat?
Income or Wage Gap in Barnegat is 11.0%.
Women in Barnegat earn 89.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Barnegat?
Inequality or Gini Index in Barnegat is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Barnegat?
There are 1,792 People in the Labor Forcein in Barnegat.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Barnegat?
69.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Barnegat.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Barnegat?
Unemployment Rate in Barnegat is 4.8%.