Dover Beaches South, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Dover Beaches South, New Jersey Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dover Beaches South, New Jersey had a total population of 1,601, the 497th largest community in New Jersey, with a median household income of $144,844, which is 40% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.3%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 40% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New Jersey.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.3% — among the lowest in New Jersey.

Dover Beaches South Quick Facts

Population 1,601

Median Household Income $144,844

Median Home Value $753,400

Poverty Rate 4.3%

Unemployment Rate 4.6%

Median Age 65.3 years

Homeownership Rate 92.5%

Affordability Ratio 5.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 51.9%

High School Graduation Rate 98.5%

Diversity Index 10/100

Population 1,601 497th of 700

Median Income $144,844 top 30%

Poverty Rate 4.3% 65% lower than national

Median Home Value $753,400 top 20%

How Dover Beaches South Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric	2019–2023	2020–2024	Change
Population	1,520	1,601	+5.3%
Median household income	$105,536	$144,844	+37.2%
Median home value	$688,400	$753,400	+9.4%

How Dover Beaches South Compares

Median Household Income

Dover Beaches South

$144,844

$103,556

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Dover Beaches South

$753,400

$454,400

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.5%

$25K-$50K 7.7%

$50K-$100K 22.1%

$100K+ 61.7%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

4.4%

$10K-$15K

1.1%

$15K-$20K

1.7%

$20K-$25K

1.4%

$25K-$30K

2.0%

$30K-$35K

1.7%

$35K-$40K

1.5%

$40K-$45K

0.7%

$45K-$50K

1.8%

$50K-$60K

6.6%

$60K-$75K

6.2%

$75K-$100K

9.3%

$100K-$125K

6.9%

$125K-$150K

5.7%

$150K-$200K

18.4%

$200K+

30.7%

Employment

4.6% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%

45.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 92.5%

Renter 7.5%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.2x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,489/mo 12.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

5.3%

18-34

4.9%

35-54

13.5%

55-74

58.4%

75+

17.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 66 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Dover Beaches South Rankings in New Jersey

#497 Population of 700

#155 Median Income of 662

#245 Education of 699

#100 Home Value of 678

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Other Cities in Ocean County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Toms River	94,956	$100,137	5.8%	$403,600
Lakewood	69,585	$56,968	29.9%	$715,500
Point Pleasant	19,334	$115,625	4.5%	$575,300
Ocean Acres	19,204	$121,924	1.9%	$402,500
Holiday City-Berkeley	12,995	$50,156	9.6%	$266,200
Beachwood	11,088	$106,858	4.5%	$352,600
Pine Lake Park	9,795	$91,813	7.5%	$414,700
Mystic Island	8,259	$78,714	16.1%	$321,500
Crestwood Village	7,830	$38,091	12.3%	$96,500
Leisure Village	5,751	$44,542	42.2%	$145,800

Cities Similar to Dover Beaches South

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Port Norris	1,612	N/A	$118,700	2.3%	17.5%
Sea Bright	1,718	$143,241	$821,100	61.9%	6.9%
Olivet	1,573	$128,849	$340,700	31.6%	4.6%
Avalon	1,488	$139,167	$1,959,000	70.6%	4.8%
Annandale	1,568	$168,043	$504,900	65.7%	2.6%

Population Overview

Dover Beaches South is a small community located in New Jersey, within Ocean County. The total population is 1,601. It ranks as the 497th most populous out of 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey.

Age Demographics

The median age in Dover Beaches South is 65.3 years. This is 63% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. Only 5.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 17.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Dover Beaches South is $144,844. This is 40% higher than the state median of $103,556. It is also 79% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.3%. This is 56% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.7%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $753,400. Housing costs are 66% higher than the state median of $454,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x. 92.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Dover Beaches South has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (94.8% vs 50.9%). The Hispanic or Latino population (3.9%) is well below the state average of 22.5%.

Education

51.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% higher than the state rate of 43.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 98.5%. Notably, 19.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Dover Beaches South, New Jersey is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against New Jersey state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Dover Beaches South, New Jersey?

Dover Beaches South, New Jersey has a population of 1,601 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Dover Beaches South, NJ?

The median household income in Dover Beaches South is $144,844, which is 79% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Dover Beaches South, NJ?

The poverty rate in Dover Beaches South is 4.3%. This means approximately 69 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Dover Beaches South, New Jersey?

Dover Beaches South's population is 94.8% White, 0.0% Black, 3.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Dover Beaches South, NJ?

The median home value in Dover Beaches South is $753,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x.

How educated is Dover Beaches South, New Jersey?

51.9% of adults (25+) in Dover Beaches South hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 19.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.