Red Bank
Borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey
Red Bank is a borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey, with 12,936 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 43 ft (13 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Fairview, 1.4 miles NW.
- 12,936residents (2020 Census)
- 43 ftelevation · 13 m
- 1.7 sq miland area · 4.5 km²
- 7,411 / sq mipopulation density
- 07701main ZIP code (2 in total)
About Red Bank
Red Bank is a borough in Monmouth County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Incorporated in 1908, the community is on the Navesink River, the area's original transportation route to the Atlantic Ocean and to other ports. Red Bank is in the New York metropolitan area and is a commuter town of New York City. As of the 2020 United States census, the borough's population was 12,936, its highest decennial census count ever and an increase of 730 (+6.0%) from the 2010 census count of 12,206, which in turn had reflected an increase of 362 (+3.1%) from the 11,844 counted at the 2000 census. In the 2020 census, Red Bank was the fourth-most densely populated municipality in Monmouth County.
Red Bank was formed as a town on March 17, 1870, from parts of Shrewsbury Township. On February 14, 1879, Red Bank became Shrewsbury City, part of Shrewsbury Township; this lasted until May 15, 1879, when Red Bank regained its independence. On March 10, 1908, Red Bank was formed as a borough by an act of the New Jersey Legislature and was set off from Shrewsbury Township. The borough was named for the red soil along the Navesink River.
Downtown Red Bank is notable for its many local and well-known businesses including Garmany, Urban Outfitters, and Tiffany & Co. on and around Broad Street. Many annual events happen throughout the year, including the International Beer, Wine & Food Festival, a long-running sidewalk sale, a farmers' market, an indie film festival, the Red Bank Guinness Oyster Festival, a Halloween parade, and a holiday town lighting.
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Living in Red Bank
- Median household income
- $97,477
- Median home value
- $504,900
- Median rent
- $2,026/mo
- Median age
- 39.4
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Red Bank had 12,936 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 12,936 |
|---|---|
| Density | 7,411 per sq mi (2,861 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Red Bank at a glance
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
|---|---|
| County | Monmouth County |
| Type | Borough |
| Population | 12,936 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.75 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Water area | 0.41 sq mi (1.06 km²) |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.3487° N, 74.0665° W |
| ZIP codes | 07701, 07702 |
| Official website | redbanknj.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3462430 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Red Bank
- Fairview1.4 mi NW
- Shrewsbury1.6 mi S
- Fair Haven1.7 mi NE
- Little Silver1.9 mi SE
- Rumson3.4 mi E
- Oceanport3.5 mi SE
- Lincroft3.6 mi W
- Navesink3.7 mi N
- Middletown3.9 mi N
- Eatontown4.0 mi S
- Monmouth Beach4.3 mi E
- Sea Bright4.5 mi E
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Frequently asked questions about Red Bank
What county is Red Bank in?
Red Bank is in Monmouth County, New Jersey.
What is the population of Red Bank, NJ?
12,936 people lived in Red Bank at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Red Bank, NJ?
The main ZIP code is 07701. Other ZIP codes: 07702.
What is the elevation of Red Bank?
43 feet (13 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Red Bank?
Fairview (1.4 mi), Shrewsbury (1.6 mi), Fair Haven (1.7 mi), Little Silver (1.9 mi), Rumson (3.4 mi).
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