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South Toms River, NJ

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Population
3,895
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
24 ft
Median Home Value
$299,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$2,063/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$103,503
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About South Toms River

South Toms River is a small, quiet borough sitting along the south bank of the Toms River in Ocean County, New Jersey. With around 3,600 residents and covering just over one square mile, it has a close-knit neighborhood feel right across the water from downtown Toms River. Locals get to enjoy peaceful residential streets while staying only minutes away from grocery stores, local dining, and riverfront parks.

2020 07 16 12 44 15 View south along U.S. Route 9 and New Jersey State Route 444 (Garden State Parkway) at Exit 80 (Ocean County Route 619 SOUTH, Ocean County Route 530, U.S. Route 9 SOUTH, South Toms River, Beachwood) in South Toms River, New Jersey

Commuting and running errands are straightforward with easy access to Route 9, Route 166, and the Garden State Parkway, which also makes trips to nearby Jersey Shore beaches simple. Families are part of the Toms River Regional School District, giving students plenty of academic and athletic opportunities. Overall, it is a convenient, low-key community for anyone looking for an affordable home near the water with larger town amenities right next door.

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Nearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.9ratingRegional Arts, Design, Sports, Media & Entertainment Job MarketA+98.5ratingNearby Inpatient HospitalsA+98.4rating

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