New Jersey Ocean County Public Libraries

We are providing a comprehensive directory of public libraries in Ocean County, NJ. This list includes library formal name, street address, postal code, phone number and how many books are available. Check the following list to see all public libraries in New Jersey Ocean County.

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1. Branch Library BARNEGAT BRANCH LIBRARY
Street Address: 112 Burr Street, Barnegat, NJ 08005
Phone Number: (609) 698-3331 Ocean N/A N/A

2. Branch Library BAY HEAD READING CENTER
136 Meadow Avenue, Bay Head, NJ 08742
Phone Number: (908) 892-0662 Ocean N/A N/A

3. Library System BEACH HAVEN FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: Third Street & Beach Avenue, Beach Haven, NJ 08008
Phone Number: (609) 492-7081 Ocean 22,593 8,220

4. Central Library BEACH HAVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 3rd And Beach AVES., Beach Haven, NJ 08008
Phone Number: (609) 492-7081 Ocean N/A N/A

5. Branch Library BEACHWOOD BRANCH LIBRARY
Street Address: 126 Beachwood BLVD., Beachwood, NJ 08722
Phone Number: (201) 244-4573 Ocean N/A N/A

6. Branch Library BERKELEY BRANCH LIBRARY
Street Address: 30 Station Road, Bayville, NJ 08721
Phone Number: (201) 269-2144 Ocean N/A N/A

7. Branch Library BRICK BRANCH LIBRARY
Street Address: 301 Chambers Bridge Road, Brick, NJ 08723
Phone Number: (201) 477-4513 Ocean N/A N/A

8. Branch Library ISLAND HEIGHTS BRANCH LIBRARY
Street Address: Summit & Central, Island Heights, NJ 08732
Phone Number: (201) 270-6266 Ocean N/A N/A

9. Branch Library JACKSON BRANCH LIBRARY
Street Address: Don Connor BLVD., Jackson, NJ 08527
Phone Number: (201) 928-4400 Ocean N/A N/A

10. Branch Library LACEY BRANCH LIBRARY
Street Address: 10 E. Lacey Road, Forked River, NJ 08731
Phone Number: (609) 693-8566 Ocean N/A N/A

11. Branch Library LAKEWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
Street Address: 301 Lexington Avenue, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Phone Number: (732) 363-1435 Ocean N/A N/A

12. Branch Library LITTLE EGG HARBOR LIBRARY
Street Address: 290 Mathistown Road, Little Egg Harbor, NJ 08087
Phone Number: (609) 294-1197 Ocean N/A N/A

13. Branch Library LONG BEACH ISLAND BRANCH LIBRARY
Street Address: 217 S. Central AVE., Surf City, NJ 08008
Phone Number: (609) 494-2480 Ocean N/A N/A

14. Branch Library MANCHESTER BRANCH
Street Address: 21 Colonial Drive, Lakehurst, NJ 08733
Phone Number: (908) 657-7600 Ocean N/A N/A

15. Central Library OCEAN COUNTY LIBRARY
Street Address: 101 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ 08753
Phone Number: (201) 349-6200 Ocean N/A N/A

16. Library System OCEAN COUNTY LIBRARY
Street Address: 101 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ 08753
Phone Number: (732) 349-6200 Ocean 4,488,803 2,832,371

17. Bookmobile OCEAN COUNTY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
101 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ 08753
Phone Number: (732) 349-6200 Ocean N/A N/A

18. Branch Library PLUMSTED LIBRARY
Street Address: 10 Evergreen Road, New Egypt, NJ 08533
Phone Number: (609) 758-7888 Ocean N/A N/A

19. Branch Library POINT PLEASANT BEACH BRANCH LIBRARY
Street Address: 710 Mclean Avenue, Pt Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
Phone Number: (201) 892-4575 Ocean N/A N/A

20. Branch Library POINT PLEASANT BRANCH LIBRARY
Street Address: 834 Beaver Dam Road, Point Pleasant, NJ 08742
Phone Number: (908) 295-1555 Ocean N/A N/A

21. Branch Library STAFFORD BRANCH LIBRARY
Street Address: 129 N Main ST., Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Phone Number: (609) 597-3381 Ocean N/A N/A

22. Branch Library TUCKERTON BRANCH LIBRARY
Street Address: 380 Bay Avenue, Tuckerton, NJ 08087
Phone Number: (609) 296-1470 Ocean N/A N/A

23. Branch Library UPPER SHORES LIBRARY
Street Address: 112 Jersey City Avenue, Lavallette, NJ 08735
Phone Number: (908) 793-3996 Ocean N/A N/A

24. Branch Library WARETOWN BRANCH LIBRARY
Street Address: 112 Main Street, Waretown, NJ 08758
Phone Number: (609) 693-5133 Ocean N/A N/A

Overview of Ocean County, New Jersey

Ocean County is a county located in the state of New Jersey. Ocean County boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in New Jersey. It is home to Island Beach State Park and the resort of Seaside Heights. It is also home to Six Flags Great Adventure, and the famous New Jersey Pine Barrens. As of 2000, the population is 510,916. Its county seat is Toms River.

Geography

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 2,372 km² (916 mi²). 1,648 km² (636 mi²) of it is land and 724 km² (280 mi²) of it is water. The total area is 30.53% water.

Much of the county is flat and coastal. The highest point is one of three unnamed hills (one in Jackson Township, the other two in Plumsted) that reach at least 230 feet (70 m) in elevation. The lowest elevation in the county is sea level.

Demographics

As of the census of 2000, there are 510,916 people, 200,402 households, and 137,876 families residing in the county. The population density is 310/km² (803/mi²). There are 248,711 housing units at an average density of 151/km² (391/mi²). The racial makeup of the county is 93.05% White, 2.99% Black or African American, 0.14% Native American, 1.28% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 1.24% from other races, and 1.29% from two or more races. 5.02% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There are 200,402 households out of which 28.10% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.40% are married couples living together, 9.20% have a female householder with no husband present, and 31.20% are non-families. 27.00% of all households are made up of individuals and 16.50% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 2.51 and the average family size is 3.06.

In the county the population is spread out with 23.30% under the age of 18, 6.60% from 18 to 24, 26.00% from 25 to 44, 21.90% from 45 to 64, and 22.20% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 41 years. For every 100 females there are 90.40 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 86.40 males.

The median income for a household in the county is $46,443, and the median income for a family is $56,420. Males have a median income of $44,822 versus $30,717 for females. The per capita income for the county is $23,054. 7.00% of the population and 4.80% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 10.00% of those under the age of 18 and 5.60% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.