West Long Branch, New Jersey 2025

In Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States, West Long Branch is a borough. According to the 2020 United States Census, the population is 8,493. It was formed on February 28, 1908, from parts of the now-defunct Ocean Township. It is also a shore town.

Cultural events are frequently held in West Long Branch. Thursdays in June, July, and August, the Summer concert series take place. At the West Long Branch gazebo, located at the corner of Ocean and Cottage Avenues, these live music performances take place. Thursday evenings in August, classic automobiles arrive at the Gazebo around 5:30 p.m. to show off their owners' dedication to remodeling them into distinctive works of art. This is a great event that the entire family may enjoy while strolling along the historic streets of West Long Branch and admiring the lovely vehicles on a leisurely evening.

Every Saturday morning from May to October is the West End Farmers Market, which is a year-round event. Despite the name, it takes place in West Long Branch, right at the northernmost point of Long Branch. A long-running market that offers a wide choice of homegrown fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Finding the ideal souvenir or snack to take back to your vacation rental is simple, thanks to several local farmers and merchants.

In terms of local attractions, West End is a great place to visit. Long Branch is home to a number of beachside restaurants, including Salt Gastropub, which serves seafood and steak in a relaxed atmosphere, and the beachfront beach bars, like The Beachcomber Bar & Grill, where you can have a frozen cocktail or beer while taking in the ocean views.

The population was spread out in West Long Branch, with 2,461.1 inhabitants per square mile (949.1/km2) as of the 2010 United States Census, which counted 8,097 people, 2,402 households, and 1,606 families. The population density was 2,461.1 per square mile (949.1/km2). There were 2,646 housing units at an average density of 660.1 per square mile (254.7/km2). The racial mix was 65.31 White, 16.6% or 1.339.431 Hispanic (of any race). 21.83% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.70, and the average family size was 3.21.

Many different restaurants may be found in West Long Branch. You may eat outside while taking in the sea view at places like the Salt Gastropub, which serves seafood and steak in a relaxed atmosphere, or at beachside beach bars like The Beachcomber Bar & Grill, where you can have a frozen cocktail or a beer while taking in the ocean views. In addition, Coney Waffle, a boardwalk mainstay, has places in Long Branch and neighboring Asbury Park.

The population of West Long Branch was recorded to be 8,493 as of the 2020 census. The population density is 2,461.1/sq mi. The racial makeup of West Long Branch as of the 2010 census was 65.31% White, 16.6% or 1.339.431 Hispanic (of any race), 8.25% Black or African American, 0.35% Native American, 4.55% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 6.51% from other races, and 3.54% from two or more races.

Residents whose ancestors came from Italy, Germany, Ireland, and Poland make up a sizeable percentage of the population of West Long Branch.

The West Long Branch Public Schools serve students from kindergarten through the eighth grade, while the Long Branch Public Schools serve students from Pre-K to 12th grade. The three schools in the West Long Branch Public Schools district are Frank Antonides School, which serves students in grade K–5; George L. Catrambone Elementary School, which enrolls students in grades Pre-K–5, Robert L. Taylor Intermediate School serving students in grades 6–8, and West Long Branch Middle School, which enrolls students in grades Pre-K–8.

West Long Branch has a vibrant arts community, with numerous galleries and exhibition spaces. The Arts Council of West Long Branch is a non-profit organization that aims to promote art and culture in the area. The council hosts various events throughout the year, including art exhibitions, concerts, and lectures. Additionally, the group manages the West Long Branch Art Center, which features rotating exhibits and offers classes and workshops.

According to the US Census, 2,402 households existed in West Long Branch as of 2010, with 1,606 families. Of those, 26.4% had youngsters under the age of 18 living with them, 44.3% were married couples living together, 13.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.3% were not families. 30.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.70, and the average family size was 3.21.