North Wildwood, NJ
Full City Profile · New Jersey · Cape May County County
North Wildwood, NJ
At a Glance
How North Wildwood Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows North Wildwood's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is North Wildwood a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
North Wildwood residents earn a median household income of $85,812 , which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $69,828. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,020 business establishments, including 889 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in North Wildwood is $446,400 , 58% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $685,974. Median rent is $1,228/month, with 35.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
North Wildwood reports 364 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 4% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,190/100K.
Education
30.1% of adults in North Wildwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below the national average). 95.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches.