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Jackson, New Jersey

Introduction to Jackson, New Jersey

Jackson, New Jersey, in Ocean county, is 4 miles W of Lakewood, New Jersey and 43 miles S of Newark, New Jersey. The town is considered part of the Monmouth - Ocean metropolitan area. Jackson has a population of 42,816.

Jackson History

On March 6, 1844, Jackson was incorporated as a township. Prior to its incorporation, the township of Jackson was a part of the Dover Township. On February 15, 1850, this township became a part of the newly-created Ocean County. Until March 11, 1845, Jackson included parts of the present day Plumsted Township.

Jackson and nearby Attractions

  • Six Flags Great Adventure & Wild Safari
  • Lake Shenandoah County Park
  • Lakehurst Historical Society Museum
  • Runaway Rapids Waterpark

Things To Do In Jackson

Jackson offers several recreational facilities for both its residents and visitors. You can enjoy fishing and wildlife viewing at the Jackson National Fish Hatchery. The hatchery also includes scenic picnic spots. In addition, you can enjoy skating, rafting and canoeing at Jackson.

Jackson Transportation

International air transportation is available from Atlantic City International.

Jackson Higher Education

Jackson State University is the local university.

High Points

Jackson strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Jersey):

CategoryTrophy
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 6%Jackson Low Property Crime
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)		Top 12%Jackson Low Rate of Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)		Top 13%Jackson People in Middle Class or Better
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 17%Jackson Low Violent Crime

Comparative Profile of Jackson, NJ

Comparing Jackson to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old910
Male Share of the Population77
Well-Paid Single Men63
Well-Paid Single Women63
Age of the Population62
Female Share of the Population54
Racial Diversity46
Senior Citizens32

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married108
Average Household Size910

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty97
People in Middle Class or Better97
Median Family Income96
College Educated Adults54

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home65
Public Transportation Use64
Walking and Biking to Work35
Short Commute Times12

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built910
Seasonal and Vacation Housing77
Affordability of Rents24
People Living Alone22
Affordability of Property Taxes15
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals14

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime107
Low Violent Crime95
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