Lakewood

NJ

Ocean County, New Jersey

Population 654K |Median income $89,863 |5 hospitals

Population
654,362
Ocean County
Median Income
$89,863
+32% vs avg
Median Home Value
$398,400
+75% vs avg
Median Age
41.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
654K+13%
Median Income
$89,863+47%
Median Home Value
$398,400+49%
Poverty Rate
10.5%+1%
Unemployment
5.4%-49%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,755/mo
Poverty Rate
10.5% -26% vs avg
Unemployment 5.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 34.4%
Work From Home 12.5%
Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 83.3%
African American 3%
Asian 1.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 0.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
36.4%
High Blood Pressure
35%
Obesity
29.8%
Physical Inactivity
25.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
15%
Binge Drinking
14.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.9%
Current Smoking
13.3%
Diabetes
11.4%
Lack of Health Insurance
9.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 66.2%
Annual Checkup 77.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
7%
Stroke
3.6%

Hospitals 5 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
1
★★★
1
★★
1
★
1
Average Rating
2.5/5
Total Hospitals
5
With ER
4
SOUTHERN OCEAN MEDICAL CENTER
MANAHAWKIN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
OCEAN MEDICAL CENTER
BRICK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
MONMOUTH MEDICAL CENTER-SOUTHERN CAMPUS
LAKEWOOD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER
TOMS RIVER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Lakewood Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Lake, Mason, and Oceana Counties Through Tuesday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago
FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises, Inc. Recalls Premium Food Bubble Gum Over Undeclared Colors

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises Recalls Premium Food Jordan Almonds Over Undeclared Wheat and Colors

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls

Italianway Import, Inc. Recalls Vergani 1944 Milano Gluten-Free Pandoro Due to Potential Teflon Contamination

FDA · 4d ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Coastal Waters Between Manasquan Inlet and Great Egg Inlet NJ

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for New Jersey Coastal Waters Until 11:00 PM EDT

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Lakewood, NJ? ▼
Lakewood, NJ has a population of 654,362 people, located in Ocean County, New Jersey.
What is the median household income in Lakewood? ▼
The median household income in Lakewood, NJ is $89,863 per year. The poverty rate is 10.5%.
What is the median home value in Lakewood? ▼
The median home value in Lakewood, NJ is $398,400. Median rent is $1,755/month.
What are the top health concerns in Lakewood? ▼
The top health indicators in Lakewood include Short Sleep Duration (36.4%), High Blood Pressure (35%), Obesity (29.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Lakewood? ▼
Lakewood has 5 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Lakewood? ▼
The median age in Lakewood, NJ is 41.2 years. 34.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Lakewood, NJ is located in Ocean County, New Jersey. With a population of 654K and a median household income of $89,863, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 5 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Lakewood area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Nearby Cities 8

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Ocean County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.