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Forked River

Residents enjoy access to marinas, parks, and outdoor recreation.
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Welcome to Forked River

Closest Major City: Part of Lacey Township in Ocean County

How to Refer to This Location: Waterfront Community / Coastal Suburb
 
3 Words to Describe the Neighborhood: Nautical, relaxed, family-friendly
 

What We Love Most About This Neighborhood:

Forked River is beloved for its boating culture, waterfront neighborhoods, and easygoing shore lifestyle. Residents enjoy access to marinas, parks, and outdoor recreation.
 

Popular Shops & Restaurants:

  • Captain’s Inn

  • CJ’s

  • The Waterfront

  • Lacey Mall Shopping Center

  • Caffrey’s & Caffrey’s Backyard

Popular Things to Do:

  • Boating and fishing on Barnegat Bay

  • Visit Gille Park & Eno’s Pond Park

  • Explore local marinas and waterfronts

  • Attend Lacey Township community events

  • Hiking and nature trails nearby

Notable Schools:

  • Lacey Township High School

  • Lacey Township Middle School

Helpful Community Resources:

  • Lacey Township Recreation

  • Ocean County Tourism

Additional Notes:

Forked River attracts outdoor enthusiasts and boaters looking for waterfront access and a relaxed coastal environment.

Overview for Forked River, NJ

21,136 people live in Forked River, where the median age is 47.5 and the average individual income is $48,796. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,136

Total Population

47.5 years

Median Age

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$48,796

Average individual Income

Around Forked River, NJ

There's plenty to do around Forked River, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Somewhat Bikeable
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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Ocean County Martial Arts Studio, and Salon Mora'Lis.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Active 3.51 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.96 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Forked River, NJ

Forked River has 8,533 households, with an average household size of 2.47. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Forked River do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 21,136 people call Forked River home. The population density is 270.54 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

21,136

Total Population

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

47.5

Median Age

48.32 / 51.68%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
8,533

Total Households

2.47

Average Household Size

$48,796

Average individual Income

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Commute Time

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15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Forked River, NJ

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The following schools are within or nearby Forked River. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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