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Stafford, NJ

Stafford Township is a township situated on the Jersey Shore in southern Ocean County, within the U.S. state of New Jersey. As of the 2020 United States census, the township's population was 28,617, its highest decennial count ever and an increase of 2,082 (+7.8%) from the 26,535 recorded at the 2010 census, which in turn reflected an increase of 4,003 (+17.8%) from the 22,532 counted in the 2000 census.

Stafford Township is the gateway to the resort communities on Long Beach Island, with Route 72 providing the sole road access to the island, ending in Ship Bottom as it crosses Barnegat Bay via the Manahawkin Bay Bridge (formally known as the Dorland J. Henderson Memorial Bridge). The Garden State Parkway and U.S. Route 9 pass through the township and provide access to Route 72.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township had a total area of 54.71 square miles (141.69 km2), including 46.11 square miles (119.44 km2) of land and 8.59 square miles (22.26 km2) of water (15.71%). Stafford Township straddles the breadth of southern Ocean County from its eastern border at the Jersey Shore to the county's western border with Burlington County, New Jersey.

Beach Haven West (2010 Census population of 3,896) and Manahawkin (2,303[) are unincorporated communities and census-designated places contained within Stafford Township, while Ocean Acres (16,142) is a census-designated place and unincorporated area split between Barnegat Township and Stafford Township.

Health and wellness are integral parts of life in Stafford Township. The city offers various resources and facilities to promote residents' well-being. Stafford Township is served by several healthcare facilities, including Southern Ocean Medical Center, providing residents with access to quality medical care. The Yoga Hive provides yoga classes focusing on mindfulness and wellness. Yoga Six offers yoga classes, workshops, and wellness programs. The Residence at Stafford is a senior living community providing assisted living services. The Pines at Whiting offers assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation services. Spring Oak Assisted Living provides personalized care and amenities for seniors.

Top sites in Stafford, NJ: Well Mills County Park, Mainland Adventure Park, and Manafirkin Brewery.

Population: Approximately 27,000. Area: 54.71 sq mi (141.69 km2). Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). ZIP Code: 08050. Area code(s): 609. 

FAQs

Is it good to live in Stafford, NJ?

Living in Stafford Township offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. Many young professionals and retirees live in Stafford Township and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Stafford Township are above average.

What makes Stafford, NJ popular?

Stafford Township is the home of legendary baseball great Roger “Doc” Cramer who is arguably the best baseball player who is not in the National Baseball Hall of Fame. In nearly 20 years of professional baseball, Doc Cramer set a standard of competitive excellence. National issues such as temperance, Americanism, and suffrage played out in the history of this rural community. Many may be surprised to learn that Stafford Township once included African American slaves and indentured servants. Adele Johnson was the very first woman to vote in Stafford Township on September 28, 1920.

Is it safe in Stafford, NJ?

Stafford, NJ has a relatively low crime rate compared to the rest of the United States. According to, the violent crime rate in Stafford is only 10.1, while the US average is 22.7. This means that the likelihood of a violent crime occurring in Stafford is significantly lower than the national average.

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Township of Stafford Township

Wikipedia

Bestplaces

Niche

Southern Ocean Medical Center

The Yoga Hive

The Residence at Stafford

The Pines at Whiting

Spring Oak Assisted Living 

Well Mills County Park

Mainland Adventure Park

Manafirkin Brewery

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