Freehold 61 Average
Freehold Livability #458 ranked city in New Jersey#16,969 ranked city in the USARanks better than 42% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Freehold

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  • Amenities

    A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.

  • Cost Of Living

    The cost of living in this area is notably high, making it a more expensive place to live. You'll find higher expenses for everyday goods and services, housing and groceries.

  • Health & Safety

    A low health and safety score may be attributed to factors such as subpar air quality and the unavailability of certain health-related facilities like hospitals, clinics, doctors and pharmacies.

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What's it like Living in Freehold?

Freehold is a mid-sized city located in the state of New Jersey. The city has a population of 11,755 residents. In Freehold, there are 6,084 people per square mile, which is well above the national population density average. More than a quarter of the residents of Freehold identify themselves as Hispanic or Latino, and 46% of the population speak Spanish as their primary or secondary language. Long commute times to work can be incredibly frustrating, ranking just behind housework on the list of life's annoyances. If you opt to make Freehold your home, your one-way commute time will typically last around 26 minutes, a duration that aligns with the national average commute time of 26 minutes.

Whether you’re moving to a new town to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Freehold could be a positive experience compared to other cities in New Jersey if you know where to search. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. Using the livability score which includes data from categories like crime, commute, housing, you can easily compare the best places to live in Freehold and also determine if there are any nearby cities that might be a better match for your lifestyle. You can also compare Freehold to New Jersey and the national average.

Freehold has a livability score of 60/100 and is ranked #461 in New Jersey and #16,683 in the USA. Compared to the US average, this city has a score which ranks among the lowest in the nation, and it is not considered a very livable city. There are nine total categories that create the livability score. Freehold scores well for crime (B+) and employment (B-) On a more negative note, Freehold does not have favorable ranks for the following: amenities (F) and cost of living (F). If we take a look at the data, we can find out why.

Freehold real estate prices and overall affordability will play a huge role in determining if the area is the right fit for you. Of course there are probably some other items on your “wish list”, but even before they are considered, let’s take a look at the home prices and affordability in Freehold. The median home price for Freehold homes is $310,600, which is 1.8% lower than the New Jersey average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in Freehold, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 5.2, which is 20.9% higher than the New Jersey average.

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      Statistic Freehold New Jersey National
      Average one way commute26min31min26min
      Workers who drive to work58.3%71.7%76.4%
      Workers who carpool16.1%8.1%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit9.6%11.2%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle2.1%0.3%0.6%
      Workers who walk4.3%3.0%2.8%
      Working from home7.7%4.1%4.6%
      Source: The Freehold, NJ data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).