Forked River, NJ

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5,003
TOTAL POPULATION
2,491
MALE POPULATION
2,512
FEMALE POPULATION
99.16
MALES / 100 FEMALES
100.84
FEMALES / 100 MALES
46.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$46,836
PER CAPITA INCOME
$124,677
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$87,195
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
25.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
74.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,463
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Forked River Area Codes

Race in Forked River

The most populous races in Forked River are White / Caucasian (4,289 | 85.7%), Hispanic or Latino (664 | 13.3%), and Some other Race (296 | 5.9%).
Race in Forked River
Race# Population% Population
Asian581.2%
Black / African American420.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino66413.3%
Native / Alaskan280.6%
White / Caucasian4,28985.7%
Two or more Races2905.8%
Some other Race2965.9%
Total5,003100.0%

Ancestry in Forked River

The most populous ancestries reported in Forked River are Italian (1,334 | 26.7%), Irish (1,178 | 23.5%), German (747 | 14.9%), Polish (433 | 8.6%), and English (387 | 7.7%), together accounting for 81.5% of all Forked River residents.
Ancestry in Forked River
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2835.7%
Austrian50.1%
Belgian90.2%
Brazilian3206.4%
British110.2%
Bulgarian501.0%
Burmese390.8%
Celtic70.1%
Central American2595.2%
Cherokee90.2%
Colombian440.9%
Cuban280.6%
Czech110.2%
Danish270.5%
Dominican380.8%
Dutch90.2%
Eastern European150.3%
English3877.7%
European50.1%
Finnish80.2%
French460.9%
French Canadian50.1%
German74714.9%
Greek350.7%
Honduran2595.2%
Hungarian531.1%
Irish1,17823.5%
Italian1,33426.7%
Korean70.1%
Lithuanian561.1%
Mexican1793.6%
Mexican American Indian280.6%
Norwegian1963.9%
Polish4338.6%
Puerto Rican1152.3%
Russian1002.0%
Scotch-Irish621.2%
Scottish440.9%
Slovak611.2%
South American440.9%
Sri Lankan120.2%
Swedish310.6%
Ukrainian340.7%
Welsh350.7%
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Immigrants in Forked River

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Forked River came from Latin America (233 | 4.7%), South America (122 | 2.4%), Brazil (104 | 2.1%), Europe (79 | 1.6%), and Central America (63 | 1.3%), together accounting for 12.0% of all Forked River residents.
Immigrants in Forked River
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia370.7%
Brazil1042.1%
Bulgaria170.3%
Canada70.1%
Caribbean481.0%
Central America631.3%
Colombia180.4%
Cuba100.2%
Dominican Republic380.8%
Eastern Asia180.4%
Eastern Europe290.6%
England110.2%
Europe791.6%
Germany160.3%
Ireland130.3%
Korea180.4%
Latin America2334.7%
Mexico631.3%
Northern Europe340.7%
Philippines70.1%
Poland120.2%
Scotland100.2%
South America1222.4%
South Eastern Asia190.4%
Vietnam120.2%
Western Europe160.3%
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Sex and Age in Forked River

Sex and Age in Forked River

The most populous age groups in Forked River are 50 to 54 Years (318 | 12.8%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (306 | 12.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Forked River
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years54 (2.2%)183 (7.3%)
5 to 9 Years149 (6.0%)98 (3.9%)
10 to 14 Years138 (5.5%)306 (12.2%)
15 to 19 Years159 (6.4%)81 (3.2%)
20 to 24 Years158 (6.3%)137 (5.4%)
25 to 29 Years163 (6.5%)75 (3.0%)
30 to 34 Years58 (2.3%)64 (2.5%)
35 to 39 Years184 (7.4%)136 (5.4%)
40 to 44 Years90 (3.6%)107 (4.3%)
45 to 49 Years212 (8.5%)198 (7.9%)
50 to 54 Years318 (12.8%)99 (3.9%)
55 to 59 Years152 (6.1%)236 (9.4%)
60 to 64 Years189 (7.6%)160 (6.4%)
65 to 69 Years219 (8.8%)180 (7.2%)
70 to 74 Years129 (5.2%)87 (3.5%)
75 to 79 Years73 (2.9%)91 (3.6%)
80 to 84 Years41 (1.7%)48 (1.9%)
85 Years and over5 (0.2%)226 (9.0%)
Total2,491 (100.0%)2,512 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Forked River

Median Family Size in Forked River

The median family size in Forked River is 3.29 persons per family, with single male/father families (68 | 5.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.74 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (123 | 10.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.50 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Forked River
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,009 (84.1%)3.36
Single Male/Father68 (5.7%)3.74
Single Female/Mother123 (10.2%)2.50
Total Families1,200 (100.0%)3.29

Median Household Size in Forked River

The median household size in Forked River is 2.39 persons per household, with single male/father households (68 | 3.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.74 persons per household. non-family households (888 | 42.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Forked River
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,009 (48.3%)3.37
Single Male/Father68 (3.3%)3.74
Single Female/Mother123 (5.9%)2.62
Non-family888 (42.5%)1.15
Total Households2,088 (100.0%)2.39

Household Size by Marriage Status in Forked River

Out of a total of 2,088 households in Forked River, 1,200 (57.5%) are family households, while 888 (42.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 523, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 777.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Forked River
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-777 (37.2%)
2-Person Households523 (25.1%)100 (4.8%)
3-Person Households294 (14.1%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households175 (8.4%)11 (0.5%)
5-Person Households201 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households7 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,200 (57.5%)888 (42.5%)

Female Fertility in Forked River

Fertility by Age in Forked River

Average fertility rate in Forked River is 39.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 52.9% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Forked River
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years16 (47.1%)58.0
35 to 50 years18 (52.9%)36.0
Total34 (100.0%)39.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Forked River

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Forked River
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Forked River

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Forked River
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma18 (52.9%)128.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree16 (47.1%)78.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total34 (100.0%)39.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Forked River

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Forked River
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Forked River

Income Overview in Forked River

Per Capita Income in Forked River is $46,836, while median incomes of families and households are $124,677 and $87,195 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,003$46,836
Median Family Income1,200$124,677
Mean Family Income1,200$135,797
Median Household Income2,088$87,195
Mean Household Income2,088$109,328
Income Deficit1,200$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,00325.72%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,00374.28¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,0030.46

Earnings by Sex in Forked River

Average Earnings in Forked River are $53,631, $57,214 for men and $42,500 for women, a difference of 25.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Forked River
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,478 (57.7%)$57,214
Female1,084 (42.3%)$42,500
Total2,562 (100.0%)$53,631

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Forked River

The most common earnings brackets in Forked River are $100,000+ for men (316 | 21.4%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (121 | 11.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Forked River
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less113 (7.6%)30 (2.8%)
$2,500 to $4,99959 (4.0%)71 (6.6%)
$5,000 to $7,49916 (1.1%)44 (4.1%)
$7,500 to $9,99921 (1.4%)48 (4.4%)
$10,000 to $12,49924 (1.6%)52 (4.8%)
$12,500 to $14,99912 (0.8%)55 (5.1%)
$15,000 to $17,49942 (2.8%)32 (2.9%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)9 (0.8%)
$20,000 to $22,4999 (0.6%)16 (1.5%)
$22,500 to $24,99915 (1.0%)43 (4.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99972 (4.9%)73 (6.7%)
$30,000 to $34,99935 (2.4%)35 (3.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99953 (3.6%)11 (1.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99958 (3.9%)50 (4.6%)
$45,000 to $49,99936 (2.4%)61 (5.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99958 (3.9%)51 (4.7%)
$55,000 to $64,999241 (16.3%)107 (9.9%)
$65,000 to $74,99962 (4.2%)68 (6.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999236 (16.0%)121 (11.2%)
$100,000+316 (21.4%)107 (9.9%)
Total1,478 (100.0%)1,084 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Forked River

Average earnings in Forked River are $58,967 for men and $46,958 for women, a difference of 20.4%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $84,000, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $39,922. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,899, while those with graduate degree education have the smallest earnings of $29,421.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Forked River
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$39,922$0
High School Diploma$56,632$30,313
College or Associate's Degree$84,000$46,840
Bachelor's Degree$74,779$56,899
Graduate Degree$59,028$29,421
Total$58,967$46,958

Family Income in Forked River

Family Income Brackets in Forked River

According to the Forked River family income data, there are 374 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 31.2% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Forked River
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000282.3%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999161.3%
$25,000 to $34,999110.9%
$35,000 to $49,9991048.7%
$50,000 to $74,99916113.4%
$75,000 to $99,99918215.2%
$100,000 to $149,99937431.2%
$150,000 to $199,99914011.7%
$200,000+18615.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Forked River

3-person families (297 | 24.7%) account for the highest median family income in Forked River with $141,534 per family, while 2-person families (532 | 44.3%) have the highest median income of $47,890 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Forked River
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families532 (44.3%)$95,781
3-Person Families297 (24.7%)$141,534
4-Person Families163 (13.6%)$135,911
5-Person Families201 (16.8%)$125,143
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families7 (0.6%)$0
Total1,200 (100.0%)$124,677

Family Income by Number of Earners in Forked River

Family Income by Number of Earners in Forked River
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners102 (8.5%)$82,969
1 Earner482 (40.2%)$93,942
2 Earners451 (37.6%)$136,438
3+ Earners165 (13.8%)$0
Total1,200 (100.0%)$124,677

Household Income in Forked River

Household Income Brackets in Forked River

With 503 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Forked River, accounting for 24.1% of all households. In contrast, only 56 households (2.7%) fall into the $15,000 to $24,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Forked River
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001698.1%
$10,000 to $14,9991004.8%
$15,000 to $24,999562.7%
$25,000 to $34,999633.0%
$35,000 to $49,9991889.0%
$50,000 to $74,99933215.9%
$75,000 to $99,99929214.0%
$100,000 to $149,99950324.1%
$150,000 to $199,9991678.0%
$200,000+21910.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Forked River

The median household income in Forked River is $87,195, with the highest median household income of $123,065 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 432 households (20.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 44 households (2.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Forked River
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years44 (2.1%)$0
25 to 44 Years432 (20.7%)$123,065
45 to 64 Years787 (37.7%)$97,480
65+ Years825 (39.5%)$61,827
Total2,088 (100.0%)$87,195

Poverty in Forked River

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Forked River

With 3.8% poverty level for males and 10.6% for females among the residents of Forked River, 18 to 24 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 35 males (16.1%) and 174 females (47.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Forked River
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)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 Years35 (16.1%)44 (29.5%)
25 to 34 Years2 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years26 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years1 (0.3%)35 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years31 (8.9%)11 (4.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)174 (47.7%)
Total95 (3.8%)264 (10.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Forked River

According to the poverty statistics in Forked River, 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 Forked River
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years54 (100.0%)183 (100.0%)
5 Years15 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years180 (100.0%)113 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years92 (100.0%)271 (100.0%)
15 Years34 (100.0%)55 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years60 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years183 (83.9%)105 (70.5%)
25 to 34 Years219 (99.1%)139 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years248 (90.5%)243 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years530 (100.0%)297 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years340 (99.7%)361 (91.2%)
65 to 74 Years317 (91.1%)256 (95.9%)
75 Years and over119 (100.0%)191 (52.3%)
Total2,391 (96.2%)2,237 (89.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Forked River

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Forked River
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children611 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children282 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children109 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,009 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Forked River

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Forked River
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)27 (28.7%)
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%)27 (22.0%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Forked River
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)27 (26.0%)
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%)27 (14.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Forked River

Employment by Class of Employer in Forked River

Among the 2,268 employed individuals in Forked River, private company employees (1,629 | 71.8%), self-employed (not incorporated) (147 | 6.5%), and self-employed (incorporated) (145 | 6.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Forked River
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,62971.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1456.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1476.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations904.0%
Local Government Employees1456.4%
State Government Employees672.9%
Federal Government Employees452.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total2,268100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Forked River

According to the labor force statistics for Forked River, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,985), 61.8% or 2,463 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.1% or 126 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 93.7% or 223 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 100.0% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Forked River
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years8 (5.3%)8 (100.0%)
20 to 24 Years218 (73.9%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years223 (93.7%)17 (7.6%)
30 to 34 Years109 (89.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years446 (86.3%)41 (9.2%)
45 to 54 Years672 (81.3%)37 (5.5%)
55 to 59 Years310 (79.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years208 (59.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years214 (34.8%)23 (10.7%)
75 Years and over55 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,463 (61.8%)126 (5.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Forked River

According to labor force statistics for Forked River, 80.6% of individuals (1,967) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,441) are in the labor force, with 4.8% or 94 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 84.6% or 543 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 40.5% or 17 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Forked River
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School42 (31.3%)54 (40.5%)
High School Diploma668 (82.3%)95 (11.7%)
College / Associate Degree715 (83.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher543 (84.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,967 (80.6%)117 (4.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Forked River

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Forked River are Management (249 | 10.6%), Community & Social Service (222 | 9.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (193 | 8.3%), Education Instruction & Library (153 | 6.6%), and Health Technologists (125 | 5.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Forked River

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Forked River, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (53.4%), Business & Financial (46.6%), and Architecture & Engineering (43.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Technologists (88.0%), and Community & Social Service (82.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Forked River
OccupationMaleFemale
Management133 (53.4%)116 (46.6%)
Business & Financial55 (46.6%)63 (53.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science39 (37.9%)64 (62.1%)
Computers & Mathematics29 (36.2%)51 (63.7%)
Architecture & Engineering10 (43.5%)13 (56.5%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 40 (18.0%)182 (82.0%)
Education, Arts & Media10 (18.5%)44 (81.5%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library30 (19.6%)123 (80.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating73 (37.8%)120 (62.2%)
Health Technologists15 (12.0%)110 (88.0%)
Total (Category)340 (38.4%)545 (61.6%)
Total (Overall)1,330 (56.9%)1,007 (43.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Forked River are Food Preparation & Serving (160 | 6.9%), Healthcare Support (104 | 4.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (42 | 1.8%), and Personal Care & Service (34 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Forked River

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Forked River, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), Healthcare Support (72.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (28.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (73.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (71.3%), and Healthcare Support (27.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Forked River
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support75 (72.1%)29 (27.9%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving46 (28.7%)114 (71.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service9 (26.5%)25 (73.5%)
Total (Category)172 (50.6%)168 (49.4%)
Total (Overall)1,330 (56.9%)1,007 (43.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Forked River are Office & Administration (319 | 13.7%), and Sales & Related (214 | 9.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Forked River

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Forked River
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related174 (81.3%)40 (18.7%)
Office & Administration65 (20.4%)254 (79.6%)
Total (Category)239 (44.8%)294 (55.2%)
Total (Overall)1,330 (56.9%)1,007 (43.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Forked River are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (173 | 7.4%), and Construction & Extraction (101 | 4.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Forked River

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Forked River
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair173 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)274 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,330 (56.9%)1,007 (43.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Forked River are Transportation (201 | 8.6%), Production (73 | 3.1%), and Material Moving (31 | 1.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Forked River

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Forked River
OccupationMaleFemale
Production73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation201 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)305 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,330 (56.9%)1,007 (43.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Forked River

Employment Industries in Forked River

The major employment industries in Forked River include Health Care & Social Assistance (417 | 17.8%), Retail Trade (263 | 11.3%), Construction (255 | 10.9%), Educational Services (186 | 8.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (177 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries in Forked River

Employment Industries by Sex in Forked River

The Forked River industries that see more men than women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Construction (97.7%), and Wholesale Trade (87.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Public Administration (100.0%), and Educational Services (88.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Forked River
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction249 (97.7%)6 (2.4%)
Manufacturing87 (87.0%)13 (13.0%)
Wholesale Trade48 (87.3%)7 (12.7%)
Retail Trade178 (67.7%)85 (32.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing120 (86.3%)19 (13.7%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance52 (40.9%)75 (59.1%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific62 (36.5%)108 (63.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support51 (80.9%)12 (19.1%)
Educational Services21 (11.3%)165 (88.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance195 (46.8%)222 (53.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation9 (25.0%)27 (75.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services55 (31.1%)122 (68.9%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Total1,330 (56.9%)1,007 (43.1%)

Education in Forked River

School Enrollment in Forked River

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,309 students in Forked River are middle school (391 | 29.9%), college / undergraduate (354 | 27.0%), and high school (233 | 17.8%).
School Enrollment in Forked River
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool171.3%
Kindergarten151.1%
Elementary School22317.0%
Middle School39129.9%
High School23317.8%
College / Undergraduate35427.0%
Graduate / Professional765.8%
Total1,309100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Forked River

Out of a total of 1,309 students who are enrolled in schools in Forked River, 103 (7.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,206 (92.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 52 (61.2% 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 17 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Forked River
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old238 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds444 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds165 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds112 (82.4%)24 (17.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds33 (38.8%)52 (61.2%)
35 Years and over123 (82.0%)27 (18.0%)
Total1,206 (92.1%)103 (7.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Forked River

Business (294 | 27.6%), education (170 | 16.0%), science & technology (108 | 10.2%), social sciences (74 | 7.0%), and liberal arts & history (71 | 6.7%) are the most common fields of study among 1,064 individuals in Forked River who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Forked River
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics555.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural333.1%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology272.5%
Social Sciences747.0%
Engineering454.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology10810.2%
Business29427.6%
Education17016.0%
Literature & Languages514.8%
Liberal Arts & History716.7%
Visual & Performing Arts393.7%
Communications454.2%
Arts & Humanities524.9%
Total1,064100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Forked River

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Forked River

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Forked River are males with 2 vehicles (563, accounting for 44.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (430, making up 55.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Forked River
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle16 (1.3%)11 (1.1%)
1 Vehicle165 (13.1%)131 (13.0%)
2 Vehicles563 (44.7%)430 (42.7%)
3 Vehicles295 (23.4%)315 (31.3%)
4 Vehicles123 (9.8%)49 (4.9%)
5 or more Vehicles99 (7.9%)71 (7.0%)
Total1,261 (100.0%)1,007 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Forked River

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Forked River are 20 to 24 minutes (357 commuters, 17.3%), 5 to 9 minutes (276 commuters, 13.4%), and 60 to 89 minutes (218 commuters, 10.6%).
Commute Time in Forked River
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes331.6%
5 to 9 Minutes27613.4%
10 to 14 Minutes1889.1%
15 to 19 Minutes1748.4%
20 to 24 Minutes35717.3%
25 to 29 Minutes1658.0%
30 to 34 Minutes1899.2%
35 to 39 Minutes834.0%
40 to 44 Minutes1246.0%
45 to 59 Minutes1065.1%
60 to 89 Minutes21810.6%
90 or more Minutes1507.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Forked River

The most common commute times in Forked River are 20 to 24 minutes (194 commuters, 16.7%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (163 commuters, 18.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Forked River
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes33 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes124 (10.7%)152 (16.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes70 (6.0%)118 (13.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes85 (7.3%)89 (9.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes194 (16.7%)163 (18.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes48 (4.1%)117 (13.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes178 (15.3%)11 (1.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes23 (2.0%)60 (6.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes74 (6.4%)50 (5.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes67 (5.8%)39 (4.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes114 (9.8%)104 (11.5%)
90 or more Minutes150 (12.9%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Forked River

The most frequent times of departure to work in Forked River are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (184, 15.9%) for males and 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (142, 15.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Forked River
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM177 (15.3%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM60 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM62 (5.3%)26 (2.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM83 (7.2%)142 (15.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM35 (3.0%)62 (6.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM143 (12.3%)111 (12.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM184 (15.9%)134 (14.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM114 (9.8%)76 (8.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM77 (6.6%)96 (10.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM141 (12.2%)63 (7.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM46 (4.0%)57 (6.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)21 (2.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM17 (1.5%)27 (3.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM21 (1.8%)88 (9.8%)
Total1,160 (100.0%)903 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Forked River

Occupancy by Ownership in Forked River

Of the total 2,088 dwellings in Forked River, owner-occupied units account for 1,826 (87.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 262 (12.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Forked River
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,82687.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units26212.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,088100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Forked River

Occupancy by Household Size in Forked River
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household77737.2%
2-Person Household62329.8%
3-Person Household29414.1%
4+ Person Household39418.9%
Total Housing Units2,088100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Forked River

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Forked River
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household723 (93.0%)54 (7.0%)
2-Person Household559 (89.7%)64 (10.3%)
3-Person Household267 (90.8%)27 (9.2%)
4+ Person Household277 (70.3%)117 (29.7%)
Total Housing Units1,826 (87.5%)262 (12.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Forked River

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Forked River
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School49 (77.8%)14 (22.2%)
High School Diploma612 (83.7%)119 (16.3%)
College/Associate Degree642 (92.1%)55 (7.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher523 (87.6%)74 (12.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Forked River

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Forked River
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1436.9%
35 to 44 Years33316.0%
45 to 54 Years40019.2%
55 to 64 Years38718.5%
65 to 74 Years41720.0%
75 to 84 Years1778.5%
85 Years and Over23111.1%
Total2,088100.0%

Housing Finances in Forked River

Median Income by Occupancy in Forked River

Median Income by Occupancy in Forked River
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,826 (87.5%)$90,833
Renter-Occupied262 (12.6%)$80,833
Average2,088 (100.0%)$87,195

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Forked River

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Forked River
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000131 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,99938 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,999100 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9999 (0.5%)41 (15.7%)
$20,000 to $24,9996 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99962 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999163 (8.9%)24 (9.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999276 (15.1%)57 (21.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999244 (13.4%)48 (18.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999411 (22.5%)92 (35.1%)
$150,000 or more386 (21.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,826 (100.0%)262 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Forked River

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Forked River
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30041 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49944 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79988 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $999111 (6.1%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499499 (27.3%)68 (26.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999524 (28.7%)52 (19.9%)
$2,000 to $2,499152 (8.3%)98 (37.4%)
$2,500 to $2,999223 (12.2%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more144 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,826 (100.0%)262 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Forked River

Housing Structures in Forked River

Housing Structures in Forked River
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,03397.4%
Single Unit, Attached492.4%
2 Unit Apartments60.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total2,088100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Forked River

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Forked River
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,771 (87.1%)262 (12.9%)
Single Unit, Attached49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,826 (87.5%)262 (12.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Forked River

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Forked River
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms61 (3.3%)41 (15.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms599 (32.8%)69 (26.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms741 (40.6%)91 (34.7%)
8 or more Rooms425 (23.3%)61 (23.3%)
Total1,826 (100.0%)262 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Forked River

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Forked River
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,592 (87.2%)262 (100.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas11 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity153 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene16 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels45 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used9 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,826 (100.0%)262 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Forked River

Household Vehicle Usage in Forked River
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle51 (2.8%)14 (5.3%)
1 Vehicle596 (32.6%)44 (16.8%)
2 Vehicles741 (40.6%)132 (50.4%)
3 or more Vehicles438 (24.0%)72 (27.5%)
Total1,826 (100.0%)262 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Forked River

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Forked River

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units7871,039
Median Property Value$449,600$325,500
Median Household Income$70,037$273
Monthly Housing Costs$1,160$133
Real Estate Taxes$8,457$16

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Forked River

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Forked River
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00061 (7.7%)37 (3.6%)
$50,000 to $99,99919 (2.4%)21 (2.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99961 (7.7%)410 (39.5%)
$300,000 to $499,999312 (39.6%)363 (34.9%)
$500,000 to $749,999302 (38.4%)127 (12.2%)
$750,000 to $999,99914 (1.8%)46 (4.4%)
$1,000,000 or more18 (2.3%)35 (3.4%)
Total787 (100.0%)1,039 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Forked River

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Forked River
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000142 (18.0%)31 (3.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99987 (11.1%)27 (2.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99923 (2.9%)28 (2.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99961 (7.7%)39 (3.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999130 (16.5%)102 (9.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99979 (10.0%)146 (14.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999152 (19.3%)165 (15.9%)
$150,000 or more113 (14.4%)259 (24.9%)
Total787 (100.0%)1,039 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Forked River

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Forked River
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x141 (17.9%)102,951 (9,908.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x72 (9.1%)166 (16.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x77 (9.8%)254 (24.4%)
4.0x or more485 (61.6%)232 (22.3%)
Total787 (100.0%)1,039 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Forked River

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Forked River
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80055 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)7 (0.7%)
$800 to $1,499708 (90.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total787 (100.0%)1,039 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Forked River

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forked River

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forked River
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years261 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years806 (96.2%)32 (3.8%)
19 to 25 Years396 (97.3%)11 (2.7%)
26 to 34 Years235 (75.3%)77 (24.7%)
35 to 44 Years458 (88.6%)59 (11.4%)
45 to 54 Years783 (94.7%)44 (5.3%)
55 to 64 Years709 (96.2%)28 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years615 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older484 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,747 (95.0%)251 (5.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Forked River

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Forked River
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born261 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen806 (96.2%)32 (3.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen396 (97.3%)11 (2.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Forked River

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Forked River
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000378 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999374 (80.4%)91 (19.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999561 (84.9%)100 (15.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999709 (97.4%)19 (2.6%)
$100,000 and over2,720 (98.5%)41 (1.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forked River

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forked River
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 643 (16.5%)229 (87.7%)
6 to 18 Years364 (43.4%)662 (79.0%)
19 to 25 Years113 (27.8%)302 (74.2%)
25 to 34 Years53 (17.0%)182 (58.3%)
35 to 44 Years41 (7.9%)417 (80.7%)
45 to 54 Years100 (12.1%)761 (92.0%)
55 to 64 Years132 (17.9%)637 (86.4%)
65 to 74 Years615 (100.0%)437 (71.1%)
75 Years and over484 (100.0%)246 (50.8%)
Total1,945 (38.9%)3,873 (77.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Forked River

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Forked River
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)14 (3.0%)
18 to 34 Years14 (3.2%)17 (5.9%)
35 to 64 Years140 (12.2%)78 (8.3%)
65 to 74 Years42 (12.1%)48 (18.0%)
75 Years and over48 (40.3%)244 (66.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Forked River

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Forked River: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years51 (4.4%)12 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years22 (6.3%)6 (2.2%)
75 Years and over10 (8.4%)22 (6.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Forked River: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years12 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years27 (2.4%)17 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years8 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)10 (2.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Forked River: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)14 (3.0%)
18 to 34 Years1 (0.2%)17 (5.9%)
35 to 64 Years104 (9.1%)47 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)24 (9.0%)
75 Years and over5 (4.2%)185 (50.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Forked River: <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 Years78 (6.8%)36 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years12 (3.5%)31 (11.6%)
75 Years and over43 (36.1%)61 (16.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Forked River: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)8 (1.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years11 (1.0%)15 (1.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)22 (8.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)23 (6.3%)

Technology Access in Forked River

Computing Device Access in Forked River

Computing Device Access in Forked River
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,60676.9%
Smartphone1,85588.8%
Tablet1,54273.9%
No Computing Device1316.3%
Total2,088100.0%

Internet Access in Forked River

Internet Access in Forked River
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,74283.4%
Cellular Data Only1738.3%
Satellite Internet291.4%
No Internet1738.3%
Total2,088100.0%

Forked River Summary

Forked River is a census-designated place (CDP) located in Ocean County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the CDP's population was 5,244.

History

Forked River was originally known as "Cedar Creek" and was part of the Township of Dover, which was established in 1767. The name was changed to Forked River in 1834. The name is derived from the nearby Forked River, which is a tributary of the Barnegat Bay.
The area was first settled in the late 17th century by Dutch and English settlers. The area was primarily used for farming and fishing. In the early 19th century, the area began to develop as a resort community, with many summer homes being built along the river.
In the late 19th century, the area began to develop as a commercial fishing center. The first commercial fishing pier was built in 1891. The pier was destroyed by a storm in 1903, but was rebuilt in 1906.

Geography

Forked River is located at 39 52 45 North 74 11 45 West 39 879167 74 195278

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 4.3 square miles (11.2 km2), of which, 4.2 square miles (10.9 km2) of it is land and 0.1 square miles (0.3 km2) of it (2.37%) is water.

Economy

Forked River is a small community with a primarily service-based economy. The largest employers in the area are the local schools, hospitals, and government offices. There are also a number of small businesses in the area, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.

Demographics

As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 5,244 people, 2,068 households, and 1,521 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 1,241.3 per square mile (478.2/km2). There were 2,220 housing units at an average density of 527.2 per square mile (203.3/km2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 94.2% White, 1.3% African American, 0.2% Native American, 1.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.2% of the population.
There were 2,068 households, out of which 28.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.2% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.7% were non-families. 22.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 2.97.
In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 22.2% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 30.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41.2 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.2 males.
The median income for a household in the CDP was $63,958, and the median income for a family was $71,964. Males had a median income of $51,964 versus $41,250 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $29,945. About 4.2% of families and 5.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 6.2% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Forked River?
Total Population of Forked River is 5,003.
What is the Total Male Population of Forked River?
Total Male Population of Forked River is 2,491.
What is the Total Female Population of Forked River?
Total Female Population of Forked River is 2,512.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Forked River?
There are 99.16 Males per 100 Females in Forked River.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Forked River?
There are 100.84 Females per 100 Males in Forked River.
What is the Median Population Age in Forked River?
Median Population Age in Forked River is 46.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Forked River
Average Family Size in Forked River is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Forked River
Average Household Size in Forked River is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Forked River?
Per Capita income in Forked River is $46,836.
What is the Median Family Income in Forked River?
Median Family Income in Forked River is $124,677.
What is the Median Household income in Forked River?
Median Household Income in Forked River is $87,195.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Forked River?
Income or Wage Gap in Forked River is 25.7%.
Women in Forked River earn 74.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Forked River?
Inequality or Gini Index in Forked River is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Forked River?
There are 2,463 People in the Labor Forcein in Forked River.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Forked River?
61.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Forked River.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Forked River?
Unemployment Rate in Forked River is 5.1%.