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| What Toms River is like for active adults |
Toms River is the county seat and largest town in Ocean County, New Jersey (also includes Dover, both are part of Toms River Township). The 2009 population is just over 100,000. Residents of nearby towns like Brick, Manahawkin, and Lakewood tend to come here for shopping or doctor's appointments. It has a busy downtown thanks to many government buildings, yet it also has a waterfront with easy access to boating and beaches.
Many retirees from New York City and suburban New Jersey are moving here to have their dollars go further and live in a slightly milder climate near the shore. Many active adult and 55+ communities have been built to accommodate them (see link at top right). Average home values have declined slightly and are currently in the mid $200's in early 2009. |
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| What is special about this retirement community |
| A vital downtown and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and Barnegat Bay make this a great place to live. Ocean County College is a local resource |
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| What kinds of people like retiring here |
| Escapees from the New York Metro will generally find a more relaxed lifestyle here. |
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| Medical and government are important to the local economy. |
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| Climate and Physical Environment |
| Toms River is in Ocean County in southern New Jersey, about 46 miles north of Atlantic City. It is located where the Toms River runs into Barnegat Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. |
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| Cultural environment |
| Ocean County College and some small historical attractions contribute to Toms River culture. |
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| Medical facilities |
| Community Memorial Hospital is in Toms River. Numerous rehab facilities and assisted living homes are in the area. |
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| Transportation |
| The Garden State Parkway runs through town. Atlantic City Airport is about 46 miles. Newark and Philadelphia airports and trains are easily drivable. |
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Facts about TOMS RIVER
- State: NJ
- Environment: Suburban,College Town,Coastal,
- City Population: 100,001+
- Median age of Population: 25-44
- Avg Jan Temperature: 21-40
- Median HH Income: 60,001-80,000
- Average Home Price (MLS): $200,001-$300,000
- Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: 2000-4000
- Total Crime Index: 91-100 (slightly below average)
- Cost of Living Index: 101-110 (slightly above average)
- Culture Index: 81-90 (low)
- State Sales Tax: Yes
- State Income Tax: Yes
- Name of the Guide: Boomer1
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