Leisure Knoll, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Leisure Knoll, New Jersey Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Leisure Knoll, New Jersey had a total population of 2,668, the 409th largest community in New Jersey, with a median household income of $64,718, which is 38% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.7%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 38% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.4%.

Leisure Knoll Quick Facts

Population 2,668

Median Household Income $64,718

Median Home Value $313,700

Poverty Rate 10.7%

Unemployment Rate 2.4%

Median Age 69.8 years

Homeownership Rate 94.8%

Affordability Ratio 4.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 23.9%

High School Graduation Rate 92.3%

Diversity Index 24/100

Population 2,668 409th of 700

Median Income $64,718 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 10.7% 14% lower than national

Median Home Value $313,700 bottom 30%

How Leisure Knoll 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	2,725	2,668	-2.1%
Median household income	$61,875	$64,718	+4.6%
Median home value	$265,600	$313,700	+18.1%

How Leisure Knoll Compares

Median Household Income

Leisure Knoll

$64,718

$103,556

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Leisure Knoll

$313,700

$454,400

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 9.8%

$25K-$50K 31.5%

$50K-$100K 31.6%

$100K+ 27.1%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.5%

$10K-$15K

0.9%

$15K-$20K

0.0%

$20K-$25K

5.4%

$25K-$30K

6.7%

$30K-$35K

6.3%

$35K-$40K

8.6%

$40K-$45K

4.4%

$45K-$50K

5.5%

$50K-$60K

5.5%

$60K-$75K

14.5%

$75K-$100K

11.5%

$100K-$125K

13.7%

$125K-$150K

5.0%

$150K-$200K

5.7%

$200K+

2.8%

Employment

2.4% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%

35.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 94.8%

Renter 5.2%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.8x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,710/mo 31.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

2.3%

18-34

1.2%

35-54

4.6%

55-74

59.1%

75+

32.9%

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+)

Leisure Knoll Rankings in New Jersey

#409 Population of 700

#605 Median Income of 662

#584 Education of 699

#507 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 Leisure Knoll

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Stockton University	2,621	N/A	N/A	63.5%	N/A
Pine Ridge at Crestwood	2,719	$62,235	$135,900	10.3%	8.8%
Concordia	2,611	$62,206	$327,500	34.6%	6.8%
English Creek	2,548	$63,986	$248,600	33.1%	16.1%
Cape May	2,767	$62,576	$863,900	55.9%	10.3%

Population Overview

Leisure Knoll is a small community located in New Jersey, within Ocean County. The total population is 2,668. It ranks as the 409th most populous out of 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey.

Age Demographics

The median age in Leisure Knoll is 69.8 years. This is 74% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. Only 2.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 32.9% 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 Leisure Knoll is $64,718. This is 38% lower than the state median of $103,556. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.7%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.7%. The unemployment rate is 2.4%. This is 62% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $313,700. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $454,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x. 94.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Leisure Knoll has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (87.0% vs 50.9%). The Black or African American population (4.4%) is well below the state average of 12.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.5%) is well below the state average of 22.5%. The Asian population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 10.1%.

Education

23.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% lower 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 92.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Leisure Knoll, 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 Leisure Knoll, New Jersey?

Leisure Knoll, New Jersey has a population of 2,668 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Leisure Knoll, NJ?

The median household income in Leisure Knoll is $64,718, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Leisure Knoll, NJ?

The poverty rate in Leisure Knoll is 10.7%. This means approximately 271 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Leisure Knoll, New Jersey?

Leisure Knoll's population is 87.0% White, 4.4% Black, 4.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Leisure Knoll, NJ?

The median home value in Leisure Knoll is $313,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

How educated is Leisure Knoll, New Jersey?

23.9% of adults (25+) in Leisure Knoll hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.