Ocean County's 2026 population is estimated at 679,097, reflecting a 0.79% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Ocean County is the 5th largest county in New Jersey. The 2010 population was 577,574 and has grown 17.58% since 2010.
Overall: 41.2 years
Female: 43.5 years
Male: 39 years
There are 490,996 adults, (148,007 of whom are seniors) in Ocean County.
Female: 335,577 (51.3%)
Male: 318,785 (48.7%)
The racial composition of Ocean County includes 83.29% White, 3.95% other race, 3.04% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 545,002 | 83.29% |
| Two or more races | 48,190 | 7.36% |
| Other race | 25,821 | 3.95% |
| Black or African American | 19,905 | 3.04% |
| Asian | 12,621 | 1.93% |
| Native American | 2,587 | 0.4% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 236 | 0.04% |
Ocean County 's average per capita income is $59,481. Household income levels show a median of $89,863. The poverty rate stands at 10.5%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $124,542 | $151,031 |
| Families | $112,175 | $138,864 |
| Households | $89,863 | $118,767 |
| Non Families | $50,302 | $72,451 |
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