What are the schools like in Asbury, NJ?

Asbury is served primarily by Bethlehem Township School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.7:1.

What is the median household income in Asbury?

The median household income in Asbury, NJ is $81,635 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 13.6%.

What is the weather like in Asbury, NJ?

Asbury has an average high temperature of 36.5°F in January and 84.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 23.3 inches.

Asbury, NJ Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Asbury, NJ affordable or expensive?

Asbury's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Asbury is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $436,400 and the median rent is N/A per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Asbury, NJ?

Asbury has a violent crime rate of 29.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 402.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Asbury, NJ a Good Place to Live?

Asbury is a small town of 203 in New Jersey, with a median household income of $81,635 and a 13.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Asbury stands out for solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Asbury is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Asbury city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 98.4

Asbury's overall cost of living index is 98.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Asbury costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	Asbury, NJ	National Avg
Median Home Value	$436,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	71.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$81,635	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Asbury's violent crime rate is 29.4 per 100,000 residents — 92% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

29.4 /100k

Property Crime

402.8 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Asbury is served primarily by Bethlehem Township School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Asbury, NJ	National Avg
School District	Bethlehem Township School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	40.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Asbury sees average highs of 36.5°F in January and 84.1°F in July, with 52.7 inches of annual precipitation and 23.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Asbury, NJ
Average High — January	36.5°F
Average High — July	84.1°F
Annual Precipitation	52.7"
Annual Snowfall	23.3"

Demographics

Metric	Asbury, NJ	National Avg
Population	203	—
Median Age	36.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	13.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	4.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	12.8%	22.2%
65 and over	20.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Asbury

Asbury, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code:

08802

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Asbury, NJ affordable or expensive?

Asbury's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Asbury roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $436,400 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Asbury, NJ?

Asbury's violent crime rate is 29.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 402.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Asbury?

Public schools in Asbury are operated by Bethlehem Township School District. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.7:1. 40.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Asbury, NJ a good place to live?

Asbury, NJ has a population of 203, a median household income of $81,635, and an unemployment rate of 13.6%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Asbury?

Asbury averages 36.5°F in January and 84.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 52.7 inches with about 23.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Asbury?

Asbury, NJ is covered by 1 ZIP code: 08802.

What is the population of Asbury?

The population of Asbury, New Jersey is 203 with a median age of 36.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Asbury?

Key numbers for living in Asbury: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $436,400, median household income $81,635, crime index 12 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Asbury side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.