North Wildwood, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

North Wildwood is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 3,620. Residents earn $85,812 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,620 Population 2,092/sq mi density
$85,812 Median Income $69,828 per capita
$446,400 Home Value
$1,228 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
177 Violent Crime/100K 6,506 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,812 median income, 1.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$446,400 home value, $1,228/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
177 violent crimes/100K (53% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,812
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $446,400
58% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 177/100K
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.1%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,228
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

How North Wildwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,620
Median Age63.0 yrs
Density2,092/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,812
Per Capita$69,828
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$7,801M
Commute38 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$446,400
Rent$1,228
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent177/100K
Property6,506/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault127/100K
Burglary1,316/100K

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation6 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.1%
High School+95.1%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute38 min
EV Stations1
Libraries13

Is North Wildwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Wildwood receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. North Wildwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Wildwood is $85,812, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Wildwood is $446,400, making it a premium housing market at 58% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,228 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in North Wildwood is below the national average at 177 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,506 per 100,000, 232% above the national average.

Education

30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

North Wildwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

North Wildwood has a population of 3,620 with a density of 2,092 people per square mile. The median age is 63.0 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

3,620
Total Population
2,092
People / sq mi
63.0yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

North Wildwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Wildwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Wildwood is $85,812, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: North Wildwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,812
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$69,828
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$89,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,020
County GDP$7,801M

Business (County)

Restaurants889
Healthcare236
Retail613
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.0 min
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in North Wildwood is $446,400, 58% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,228 (6% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$446,400
58% above US avg
Median List Price$729,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$729,000
$/Sq Ft$640
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops13.0%
Inventory77

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,228
6% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Rate1.85%
In North Wildwood, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Wildwood vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death9,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access92.0%
Healthcare Facilities236
North Wildwood has a violent crime rate of 177 per 100,000 residents, 53% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,506 per 100,000 (232% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: North Wildwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent177.2/100K
53% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery50.6/100K
Assault126.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property6,506.3/100K
232% above US avg
Burglary1,316.5/100K
Theft5,088.6/100K
Vehicle Theft101.3/100K
Arson25.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
North Wildwood has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6 ft (2 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density2,092/sq mi
Coordinates39.0059°N, 74.7975°W
County FIPS34009
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.1%
11% below US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score6.24
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,092/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities236
Restaurants889
Retail Stores613

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.0 min
Work from Home7.9%

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