Holiday City-Berkeley, New Jersey facts for kids
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Holiday City-Berkeley, New Jersey
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Map of Holiday City-Berkeley CDP in Ocean County. Inset: Location of Ocean County in New Jersey.
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 Holiday City-Berkeley, New Jersey
Location in Ocean County, New Jersey
Holiday City-Berkeley, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Holiday City-Berkeley, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Ocean |
| Township | Berkeley |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.03 sq mi (15.62 km2) |
| • Land | 5.97 sq mi (15.45 km2) |
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.16 km2) 1.09% |
| Elevation | 42 ft (13 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 12,943 |
| • Density | 2,169.46/sq mi (837.57/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) |
| Area code(s) | 609, 732/848 |
| FIPS code | 34-32415 |
| GNIS feature ID | 02389942 |
Holiday City-Berkeley is a special community in New Jersey, United States. It is located within Berkeley Township, in Ocean County. This area is known as an unincorporated community and a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a specific area that the government counts for population, even though it's not a separate town or city.
A unique thing about Holiday City-Berkeley is that it's mainly a retirement community. This means most people who live here are 55 years old or older. They can own property and join in community activities. In 2010, about 13,884 people lived here.
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Neighborhoods in Holiday City-Berkeley
Holiday City-Berkeley is made up of several smaller neighborhoods. Each one has its own style and community feel.
Holiday City Communities
The homes in the Holiday City areas are usually detached, ranch-style houses. They are built on lots that are at least 50 feet by 100 feet. Some lots are even bigger to fit larger homes.
There are five different communities within Holiday City. Each one has its own group for homeowners and special things to do:
- Holiday City Berkeley
- Holiday City Carefree
- Holiday City West
- Holiday City South
- Holiday Heights
Silver Ridge Communities
In the Silver Ridge areas, the homes are also single-story and detached. They have an attached garage and are built on lots that are about 60 feet by 100 feet. The houses come in many different designs.
These homes often have a living room, dining room, and a kitchen where you can eat. They usually have one or two bedrooms and bathrooms. Some homes might also have family rooms, sun rooms, or outdoor spaces like patios and decks.
The Silver Ridge Park communities are for adults and have four separate parts. Each part has its own homeowners association and special features:
- Silver Ridge Park East
- Silver Ridge Park West
- Silver Ridge Park - Westerly Extension
- Silver Ridge Park North
Geography of the Area
Holiday City-Berkeley covers a total area of about 5.8 square miles (15.6 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a small part, about 0.06 square miles (0.16 square kilometers), is water. This information comes from the United States Census Bureau.
Population Information
Holiday City-Berkeley is mostly a community for people aged 55 and older. This means it has a higher percentage of older residents compared to many other places.
The population has changed over the years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 9,019 | — | |
| 1990 | 14,293 | 58.5% | |
| 2000 | 13,884 | −2.9% | |
| 2010 | 12,831 | −7.6% | |
| 2020 | 12,943 | 0.9% | |
| Population sources: 1960-1980 1990-2010 2000 2010 2020 |
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In 2010, there were 12,831 people living in Holiday City-Berkeley. Most of the people were White (about 97.77%). A small number were Black or African American, Native American, or Asian. About 2.40% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people living here in 2010 was 73.5 years old. This shows that it is indeed a community mainly for older adults.
See also
In Spanish: Holiday City-Berkeley para niños
