Long Beach, New Jersey
Long Beach: township in Ocean County, New Jersey
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Long Beach is a township located in the county of Ocean in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,051 and a population density of 138 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,073 inhabitants.
The township was created 127 years ago in 1899.
Quick Facts about Long Beach
| Population | 3,073 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Jersey (United States) |
| County | Ocean County |
| Postal code | 08008 |
| Phone Area Codes | 609 |
| Area | 22.04 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.6857,-74.1449 |
| Altitude | 0 feet / 0 meters |
| Establishment | March 23, 1899 (127 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 11:15:24 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 139 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 0.72% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 69℉ Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Long Beach is located at 39°41'8"N 74°8'41"W (39.6856800, -74.1448600). It has 5 neighbors: Surf City, Barnegat, Barnegat Light, Beach Haven and Ship Bottom.
Long Beach map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 69. West wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Long Beach increased by 0.72% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,051 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,074 | 0.75% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,057 | -0.56% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,037 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,019 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,039 | 0.66% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,039 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,049 | 0.33% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,063 | 0.46% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,071 | 0.26% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,073 | 0.07% | estimation process |
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People born in Long Beach (1)
American painter Theodore Appleby was born in Long Beach
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Long Beach, NJ. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 431716 | Ocean County Vocational-Technical School | Toms River (NJ) | 08753 |
Nearby Transit Stations (19)
Rail and bus stations connected to Long Beach, NJ. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABN | Absecon | Shore Road and Ohio Ave | OTHER |
| ACY | Atlantic City Rail Terminal | 1 Atlantic City Expressway | OTHER |
| EGH | Egg Harbor City, New Jersey | South Philadelphia Ave & Atlantic Ave | OTHER |
| HTN | Hammonton, New Jersey | Egg Harbor Rd & Line St. | OTHER |
| ATO | Atco, New Jersey | Cooper Rd and Raritan Ave | OTHER |
Closest post offices linked to Long Beach.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Harvey Cedar Post Office | Harvey Cedars (NJ) | 08008 |
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- Long Beach, New York city in Nassau County, New York, United States with a population of 33,303 people.
- Long Beach, Mississippi city in Mississippi, United States with a population of 16,125 people.
- Long Beach, North Carolina city in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America with a population of 5,618 people.
- Long Beach, Washington town in Washington, United States with a population of 1,520 people.
- Long Beach, Indiana town in Michigan Township, LaPorte County, Indiana, United States with a population of 1,139 people.
- Long Beach, Minnesota city in Pope County, Minnesota, United States with a population of 417 people.
Other cities in Ocean County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Ocean County , NJ. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Lakewood | 107,439 | Township in Ocean County, New Jersey |
| Toms River | 95,339 | Township of New Jersey |
| Brick | 76,863 | A township in Ocean County, New Jersey. |
| Lacey | 29,760 | Township in Ocean County, New Jersey |
| Barnegat | 23,988 | Township of New Jersey |
| Point Pleasant | 18,902 | Borough in Ocean County, New Jersey, United States |
| Maple Shade | 18,463 | Township in Burlington County, New Jersey |
| Ocean Acres | 16,142 | Census-designated place in Ocean County, New Jersey, United States |
| Beachwood | 11,434 | Borough of New Jersey |
| Lincoln Park | 10,064 | Borough in Morris County, New Jersey |
| Crestwood Village | 7,907 | Unincorporated community in New Jersey, United States |
| Forked River | 5,244 | Census designated place in Lacey Township, Ocean County, New Jersey, United States |
| Point Pleasant Beach | 4,597 | Borough in New Jersey, United States |
| Leisure Village | 4,400 | Census designated place |
| Leisure Village East | 4,217 | Census designated place |
| Beach Haven West | 3,896 | Census designated place |
Distance to Other Cities
Long Beach distances to largest New Jersey cities