Ocean City, NJ

New Jersey · Atlantic County · Atlantic City-Hammonton Metro

Ocean City is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 11,260. Residents earn $101,782 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0

B Good

11,260 Population 1,668/sq mi density

$101,782 Median Income $70,660 per capita

$719,100 Home Value $1,071,101 Zillow

$1,670 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent

57°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr

55 Violent Crime/100K 2,947 property/100K

Overall

3.4 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

5.0 / 5.0

$101,782 median income, 1.7% unemployment

C+

Affordability

2.7 / 5.0

$719,100 home value, $1,670/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

55 violent crimes/100K (86% below avg)

A+

Education

5.0 / 5.0

54.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $101,782

35% higher than US avg

Home Value $719,100

155% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 55/100K

86% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 54.7%

62% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,670

44% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.9%

1% lower than US avg

Unemployment 1.7%

53% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.4%

65% lower than US avg

How Ocean City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population11,260

Median Age57.3 yrs

Density1,668/mi²

Male / Female47% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 87%

Veterans8.2%

Economy

A+

Median Income$101,782

Per Capita$70,660

Unemployment1.7%

Poverty4.4%

County GDP$19,423M

Commute27 min

Housing

C+

Home Value$719,100

Rent$1,670

Ownership72.4%

Zillow$1,071,101

Housing Units20,831

Rent Burden37.5%

Crime

Violent55/100K

Property2,947/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault36/100K

Burglary338/100K

Health

Obesity31.9%

Uninsured7.4%

Smoking10.5%

Depression19.3%

Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Sunny Days297/yr

Elevation6 ft (2 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+54.7%

High School+96.6%

Graduate+23.4%

School Score5.56

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%

Commute27 min

Broadband92.9%

EV Stations6

Libraries15

Is Ocean City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ocean City receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Ocean City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ocean City is $101,782, which is significantly higher than the national average / 35% above $75,149. This places Ocean City among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ocean City is $719,100, making it a premium housing market at 155% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,670 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Ocean City is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 55 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,947 per 100,000, 50% above the national average.

Education

Ocean City is a highly educated community / 54.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Ocean City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ocean City has a population of 11,260 with a density of 1,668 people per square mile, spread across 10.8 square miles. The median age is 57.3 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.5% female and 46.5% male. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 2.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.3% of residents, while 9.7% speak Spanish. 8.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 13.3% of residents have a disability. 95.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,260

Total Population

1,668

People / sq mi

57.3yrs

Median Age

47% above US avg

10.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%

Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ocean City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.3%

15% above US avg

Spanish 9.7%

28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ocean City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ocean City is $101,782, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $70,660 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,139, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,268 business establishments, including 830 restaurants. The cost of living index is 108.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 15.9% of workers work from home.

Income: Ocean City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$101,782
	35% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$70,660
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,139
IRS Avg AGI	$70,837
Gini Index	0.478 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.7%
	53% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.4%
	65% below US avg
Establishments (County)	7,268
County GDP	$19,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants	830
Healthcare	802
Retail	1,005
Manufacturing	120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,412
	140% above US avg
Cost of Living	108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.9 min
Drive Alone	61.0%
Public Transit	0.2%
Work from Home	15.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Ocean City is $719,100, 155% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,071,101, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.7% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,670 (44% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,889 for a one-bedroom to $2,328 for a two-bedroom apartment. 72.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 20,831 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1983. The average annual property tax is $8,412 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 37.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$719,100
	155% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$1,071,101
Median List Price	$1,374,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$1,374,450
$/Sq Ft	$825
Homes Sold	33
Sale-to-List Ratio	96.7%
Price Drops	7.4%
Inventory	283

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,670
	44% above US avg
Rent Burden	37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,676
1 Bedroom	$1,889
2 Bedrooms	$2,328
3 Bedrooms	$3,043
4 Bedrooms	$3,371

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	72.4%
Owner-Occupied	72.4%
Renter-Occupied	27.6%
Housing Units	20,831
Median Year Built	1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,412
	140% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.17%

In Ocean City, 31.9% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.3% of residents, below the national average. 27.3% have high blood pressure. 10.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 20.4% report binge drinking. 17.5% are physically inactive, below the national average. 19.3% report depression. 15.9% experience frequent mental distress. 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,396. The dentist ratio is 1:1,671. 90.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Ocean City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.9%
	1% below US avg
Diabetes	7.1%
Heart Disease	4.3%
High Blood Pressure	27.3%
Asthma	9.5%
COPD	4.3%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.5%
	25% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.4%
Physical Inactivity	17.5%
Depression	19.3%
Mental Distress	15.9%
Physical Distress	10.5%
Short Sleep	31.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.4%
Uninsured	7.4%
	14% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,396
Dentists	1:1,671
Mental Health	1:435
Checkup Rate	76.0%
Dental Visits	71.3%
Premature Death	10,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	90.6%
Healthcare Facilities	802

Ocean City has a violent crime rate of 55 per 100,000 residents, 86% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 36.5 per 100,000, robbery at 18.2, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,947 per 100,000, 50% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,600, burglary at 338, vehicle theft at 9 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 34 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Ocean City receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Ocean City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	54.7/100K
	86% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	18.2/100K
Assault	36.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,946.5/100K
	50% above US avg
Burglary	337.5/100K
Theft	2,599.9/100K
Vehicle Theft	9.1/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	34
Traffic Accidents	14
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Ocean City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 297 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. 77% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 6 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	56.9°F
	5% above US avg
January Average	37°F (3°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	6 ft (2 m)
Area	10.8 sq mi (28.0 km²)
Population Density	1,668/sq mi
Coordinates	39.2695°N, 74.5998°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Atlantic County County
Nearest Airport	Atlantic City International (ACY) 13 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Aug) 4.33"

Driest Month (Jun) 2.91"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	76.5%
Unhealthy Days	4

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0381 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.00 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	7.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	93.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability	46.5 / 100
Community Resilience	83.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively High
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively Moderate
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Very High
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Very High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Very High

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.2. Most recent: M2.6 on Feb 9, 2023.

Oct 23, 1990	3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey	M3.2	82 km
Jan 9, 1992	4 km WNW of Robertsville, New Jersey	M3.1	124 km
Jul 1, 2009	3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey	M2.8	87 km
Jan 25, 2015	4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania	M2.6	122 km
Jul 5, 1996	2 km NW of Chester Heights, Pennsylvania	M2.6	104 km
Feb 9, 2023	29 km E of Greenbackville, Virginia	M2.6	143 km
Feb 26, 1993	2 km SW of Marlton, New Jersey	M2.5	74 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Arthur (2014, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2014	Arthur	Category 1	209 km
2012	Sandy	Category 2	162 km
2011	Irene	Category 1	135 km
2010	Earl	Category 1	280 km
1998	Bonnie	Category 1	287 km
1993	Emily	Category 3	254 km
1991	Bob	Category 3	144 km
1986	Charley	Category 1	214 km
1985	Gloria	Category 2	97 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

151 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 3 fatalities, 143 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Sep 1, 2021	EF3	72 km	0
Jul 21, 1983	EF3	52 km	0
Apr 28, 1961	EF3	94 km	0
Jul 29, 2021	EF2	64 km	0
Aug 4, 2020	EF2	80 km	0
Aug 4, 2020	EF2	95 km	0
Sep 28, 2004	EF2	97 km	0
Aug 20, 1999	EF2	43 km	0
Aug 21, 1993	EF2	44 km	0
Jul 31, 1992	EF2	84 km	0
May 10, 1990	EF2	44 km	0
Jun 9, 1989	EF2	89 km	0
Aug 17, 1988	EF2	90 km	0
Jul 21, 1987	EF2	9 km	0
Jul 18, 1984	EF2	100 km	0
Jul 21, 1983	EF2	97 km	2
Jun 29, 1982	EF2	74 km	0
Sep 5, 1979	EF2	95 km	0
Jun 9, 1977	EF2	80 km	0
Jul 13, 1975	EF2	59 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1840	PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA	Earthquake	—	—	78 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: GREENWOOD STATE FOREST (21,271 ac, 1995).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1995	GREENWOOD STATE FOREST	21,271	69 km
2007	WARREN GROVE	15,315	52 km
2022	MULLICA RIVER FIRE	13,082	47 km
1999	BASS RIVER	12,129	46 km
2019	SPRING HILL FIRE	8,182	59 km
2023	ALLEN ROAD	6,213	44 km
1992	FORKED RIVER MOUTAIN APR	5,093	71 km
1992	POWER PLANT	4,928	70 km
1992	UNNAMED	4,470	81 km
2024	TEA TIME HILL	4,444	58 km
2006	UNNAMED	3,780	50 km
2017	PENN SWAMP FIRE	3,587	45 km
2023	JIMMYS WATER HOLE	3,585	84 km
1989	SIMM PLACE	3,262	59 km
2002	UNNAMED	2,824	83 km
2007	ATSION	2,705	51 km
1992	FOUR MILE COLONY	2,647	66 km
1996	UNNAMED	2,625	45 km
2010	FORT DIX RANGE 1-14	2,615	83 km
1990	UNNAMED	2,367	58 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	37°F (3°C)	3.5 in
February	36°F (2°C)	3.1 in	Coldest
March	43°F (6°C)	3.9 in
April	51°F (11°C)	3.5 in
May	61°F (16°C)	3.4 in
June	70°F (21°C)	2.9 in	Driest
July	78°F (26°C)	3.6 in	Warmest
August	74°F (24°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
September	68°F (20°C)	3.2 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.0 in
November	48°F (9°C)	3.3 in
December	39°F (4°C)	3.4 in

Ocean City has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 36°F in February to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.3") and June the driest (2.9").

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Ocean City is located in Atlantic County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 54.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 62% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. 23.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 50.7% of the vote, a 3-point margin. 92.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 15 public libraries serving the community. 802 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 61% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%

D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	34
Traffic Accidents	14
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	54.7%
	62% above US avg
High School+	96.6%
Graduate Degree+	23.4%
School Test Score	5.56

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,668/sq mi
Total Area	10.8 sq mi
County	Atlantic County County

Services

Broadband Access	92.9%
Avg Download Speed	111.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	15.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	6
Alt Fuel Stations	6
Public Libraries	15
Healthcare Facilities	802
Restaurants	830
Retail Stores	1,005

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.9 min
Drive Alone	61.0%
Public Transit	0.2%
Work from Home	15.9%

Average costs for common services in Ocean City. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$272 ($163–$435)
Specialist Visit	$381 ($218–$598)
Urgent Care Visit	$218 ($109–$381)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,394 ($870–$5,440)
Dental Cleaning	$141 ($82–$218)
Dental Filling	$272 ($163–$435)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$49 ($27–$82)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$82 ($54–$131)
Brake Pad Replacement	$326 ($163–$544)
Tire Rotation	$44 ($22–$82)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$653 ($435–$1,088)
Battery Replacement	$218 ($109–$381)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$109 ($65–$163)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$98 ($54–$152)
HVAC Repair	$435 ($163–$870)
HVAC System Install	$7,616 ($4,352–$13,056)
Roof Repair	$1,088 ($435–$2,176)
Roof Replacement	$9,792 ($5,984–$16,320)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,632 ($544–$3,808)
Divorce (Contested)	$16,320 ($5,440–$32,640)
DUI Defense	$5,440 ($2,176–$10,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,632 ($870–$3,264)
Will Preparation	$544 ($218–$1,088)
Trust Preparation	$2,720 ($1,088–$5,440)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$27 ($16–$49)
Women's Haircut	$60 ($33–$109)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$163 ($82–$272)
Manicure	$27 ($16–$49)
Pedicure	$44 ($27–$71)
Massage (1 Hour)	$87 ($54–$141)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.46 ($3.26–$5.98)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.81 ($2.72–$5.44)
Loaf of Bread	$4.13 ($2.72–$5.98)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.90 ($3.26–$7.07)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.98 ($4.35–$8.16)
Rice (per lb)	$1.09 ($0.65–$1.96)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$152 ($87–$272)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$76 ($33–$163)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$76 ($44–$131)
Internet (Monthly)	$76 ($44–$109)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$71 ($33–$109)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$92 ($54–$163)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$218 ($82–$544)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,176 ($1,306–$3,808)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$76 ($33–$141)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.70–$27)
Car Registration (Annual)	$109 ($33–$272)
Driver's License Renewal	$33 ($16–$82)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,306 ($653–$2,720)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,088 ($544–$2,176)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$435 ($218–$762)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$54 ($27–$109)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,088 ($435–$2,720)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,600 ($5,440–$32,640)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$65 ($33–$109)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$109 ($54–$218)
Dog Grooming	$65 ($33–$109)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$44 ($22–$82)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$326 ($163–$544)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$218 ($109–$435)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,241
Toddler	$1,204
Preschool	$1,204
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$780
Toddler	$802
Preschool	$751

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Atlantic County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services	34,657	826	$41,243	3.05
Health Care & Social Assistance	19,875	1,569	$67,445	1.11
Retail Trade	14,634	895	$39,805	1.17
Construction	5,454	687	$80,942	0.83
Administrative & Waste Services	5,067	432	$47,987	0.69
Professional & Technical Services	4,206	535	$103,767	0.48
Other Services	3,592	583	$38,397	0.95
Arts & Entertainment	3,173	135	$47,833	1.51
Wholesale Trade	2,206	157	$70,470	0.45
Finance & Insurance	2,101	216	$98,598	0.41
Transportation & Warehousing	1,780	113	$62,180	0.34
Management of Companies	1,336	28	$122,598	0.63
Real Estate	1,245	224	$55,588	0.64
Utilities	883	20	$127,376	1.86
Educational Services	675	68	$38,730	0.26

Schools in Ocean City

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Ocean City High School	High	1,215	125	9.7:1
Ocean City Intermediate School	Middle	370	52	7.1:1
Ocean City Primary School	Elementary	280	38	7.4:1

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Radio Stations near Ocean City

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WCFA 101.5 Cape May	—	MP3 152 kbps
WKOE - Coast Country 106.3	country, country music	AAC
103.7 WMGM	rock	MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Ocean City

83 national parks and monuments found near Ocean City.

Park	Type	Fee
3 Forts Ferry	State Park	Free
Abbott Marshland	State Park	Free
Alapocas Run State Park	State Park	Free
Allaire State Park	State Park	Free
Allaire State Park	State Park	Free
Angola Neck Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Angola Neck Preserve	State Park	Free
Assawoman Canal	State Park	Free
Assawoman Canal	State Park	Free
Barnegat	State Park	Free
Barnegat Lighthouse State Park	State Park	Free
Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Bellevue State Park	State Park	Free
Benjamin Rush State Park	State Park	Free
Bethany Beach Canal	State Park	Free
Brandywine Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Brandywine Park	State Park	Free
Camp Zehnder	State Park	Free
Cape Henlopen State Park	State Park	Free
Cape Henlopen State Park	State Park	Free
Cape May Point State Park	State Park	Free
Cedar Creek Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Corsons Inlet State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Seashore State Park	State Park	Free
Doe Bridge Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Double Trouble State Park	State Park	Free
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Evansburg State Park	State Park	Free
Fenwick Island State Park	State Park	Free
First State National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Fork Branch Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Fort Delaware State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Dupont State Park	State Park	Free
Fort DuPont State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Mott State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Washington State Park	State Park	Free
Fox Point State Park	State Park	Free
Garrisons Lake Golf Club	State Park	Free
Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Great Egg Harbor River		Free
Great Marsh Preserve	State Park	Free
Great Sound State Park	State Park	Free
H. Fletcher Brown Park	State Park	Free
Hamilton Marsh State Park	State Park	Free
Hawk Island State Park	State Park	Free
Holts Landing State Park	State Park	Free
Hudson Park - Deltech Replacement	State Park	Free
Independence National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$1
Island Beach State Park	State Park	Free
James Branch Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Killens Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Limited Practical Use Program	State Park	Free
Marian R. Okie Memorial Wildlife Preserve at Poplar Thicket	State Park	Free
Market Square	State Park	Free
Monmouth Battlefield State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Laurel State Park	State Park	Free
Murderkill River Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Neshaminy State Park	State Park	Free
New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve	National Reserve	Free
Palmyra Cove Nature Park	State Park	Free
Parvin State Park	State Park	Free
Port Penn Interpretive Center	State Park	Free
Port Penn Natural Area	State Park	Free
Port Penn Wetlands Trail	State Park	Free
Rancocas State Park	State Park	Free
Ridley Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Rocky Run Acquisition	State Park	Free
Rutgers Community Park	State Park	Free
Seal Island	State Park	Free
Sowbridge Branch Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Stow Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
The Cannery Lot	State Park	Free
The Cauffiel Estate	State Park	Free
The Cleaver House	State Park	Free
The Hubbs House	State Park	Free
Thompson Island Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Trap Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Tyler State Park	State Park	Free
unknown	State Park	Free
Valley Forge National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Wilmington State Parks	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Ocean City

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	11,421	$57,970
2015	11,286	$57,813
2017	11,158	$72,715
2019	10,981	$81,076
2021	11,190	$88,414
2023	11,244	$101,782

Museums in Ocean City

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
WETLANDS INSTITUTE	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		6093681211	$1,373,223
ATLANTIC CITY HISTORICAL WATERFRONT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6093482880	$1,043,406
NOYES MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		6096528848	$679,915
LUCY THE MARGATE ELEPHANT	GENERAL MUSEUM		6098236473	$327,874
MUSEUM OF JEWISH HISTORY OF WOODBINE	GENERAL MUSEUM		6098615355	$160,291
CAPE MAY COUNTY MUSEUM AND GENEALOGICAL LIBRARY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6094653535	$107,827
ATLANTIC COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099275218	$99,216
DR RITA C SCHIAVO MEMORIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$64,732
OCEAN CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		6093991801	$64,239
AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY	HISTORY MUSEUM		6093506662	$45,885
JERSEY SHORE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	116 LIGHTHOUSE LN	6096457741	$30,560
LONGPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM AND LIBRARY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6098231115	$22,198
AVALON MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099670090	$11,492
ABSECON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	100 NEW JERSEY AVENUE	6095699000	$7,324
ATLANTIC CITY BOARDWALK HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$5,252
ATLANTIC COUNTY WOMANS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM			$2,711
CITIZENS FOR STRATHMERE & WHALE BEACH	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2674403000	$550
VENTNOR CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$237
ATLANTIC CAPE ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6096251111
ATLANTIC CITY AFRICAN AMERICAN EXPERIENCE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
ATLANTIC CITY COASTAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
ATLANTIC CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	NEW JERSEY AVENUE & THE BOARDWALK	6093475839
BRIGANTINE BEACH HISTORICAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6092663437
BRIGANTINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	3625 ATLANTIC BRIGANTINE BOULEVARD	6092669339
CAPE MAY COUNTY PARK ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	RTE 9 AND PINE LANE	6094655271
CITIZENS FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DENNIS TOWNSHIP SCHOOLHOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	DENNISVILLE	6098611899
HISTORICAL PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6093905656
HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY OF UPPER TOWNSHIP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6093905656
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF ESTELL MANOR NEW JERSEY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	134 CAPE MAY AVE	6094762884
LINWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099278293
MARGATE CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6098236546
MARGATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSEUM OF WOODBINE HERITAGE	GENERAL MUSEUM		6098615355
NEW JERSEY WAR VETERANS MUSEUM & EDUCATION CENTER A NONPROFIT	GENERAL MUSEUM
NORTHFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OCEAN CITY ROWING & ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION	GENERAL MUSEUM	520 BAY AVENUE	6098149070
PORT REPUBLIC HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6096521352
SEA ISLE CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6092632992
SHORELINE RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOMERS MANSION HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099272212
SOMERS POINT HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099272900
SOMERS POINT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	745 SHORE RD	6099272900
STOCKTON COLLEGE ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6096521776
STONE HARBOR MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		6093687500
TOWNSHIP OF HAMILTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099090272
WILDWOOD CREST HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099278002

Libraries in Ocean City

Name	Address	Annual Visits
ATLANTIC COUNTY LIBRARY	40 FARRAGUT AVENUE	822,750
ATLANTIC CITY FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	1 N. TENNESSEE AVENUE	586,625
CAPE MAY COUNTY LIBRARY	30 MECHANIC STREET	552,271
OCEAN CITY FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	1735 SIMPSON AVENUE	304,029
MARGATE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY	8100 ATLANTIC AVENUE	131,999
AVALON FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	235 32ND STREET	91,168
OTTO BRUYNS PUBLIC LIBRARY	241 W. MILL ROAD	32,892
LINWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY	301 DAVIS AVENUE	28,952
ABSECON PUBLIC LIBRARY	305 NEW JERSEY AVENUE	21,275

Farmers Markets in Ocean City

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Atlantic City Farmers' Market	1200 Atlantic Avenue between North & South Carolina Avenues	July to October	Thu:10:00 am - 4:00 pm;Sat:10:00 am - 4:00 pm;		Visit
Jersey Fresh Farmers Market	Smithville on The Village Green
margate community market	9700 amherst ave				Visit
Ocean City, NJ Farmers & Crafters Market	6th Street & Asbury Avenue	06/27/2018 to 09/05/2018	Wed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Stone Harbor Farmers Market	95th & 2nd Ave.	June to August
Ventnor International Farmers Market	6415 Atlantic Ave. and Newport Ave.	June to September	Wed:3:00 PM - 7:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Woodbine Farmers Market	Rt. 550

Breweries in Ocean City

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Bootleggers Liquor Outlet	Liquor Store, Brewery	200 Tilton Rd	6094849463	Visit
Christi's Bar and Restaurant	Restaurant, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Family Style Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants	6415 Delilah Rd	6093832700
O C Brewery	Brewers	100 Asbury Ave	6098406017
Planned Parenthood	Sub-lessors of real estate, Home, Health Clinics, Atlantic City, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Family Plann	2922 Atlantic Ave	6094287528, 6093454290
Souzai Sushi and Sake	Sushi Restaurant, Brewery, and African Restaurant	1 Atlantic Ocean	6093484443	Visit
Stromfield Tuckahoe Brewing	Brewers	3092 English Creek Ave	6096452739
Tuckahoe Brewery	Breweries, Food & Drink	9 Stoney Ct	6098275375
Tuckahoe Brewing Co.	Brewery	3902 English Creek Ave	6098275375

Nursing Homes in Ocean City

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
UNITED METHODIST COMMUNITIES AT THE SHORES 2201 BAY AVENUE	Non profit - Corporation	60	56	4/5	—	3/5	2/5	6093998505

Pharmacies in Ocean City

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 752	1601 HAVEN AVENUE	609-391-0103
CVS - 961	3401 SIMPSON AVENUE	609-391-8252
OCEAN PHARMACY	862 ASBURY AVENUE	609-399-3535
RITE AID - 10478	1332-50 WEST AVENUE	609-814-1954
SUPER FRESH	800 WEST AVENUE	609-814-9791

Daycare Centers in Ocean City

3 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
ARK - KIDS CLUB PRE - SCHOOL 550 WESLEY AVENUE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	NOT AVAILABLE	OPEN
DISCOVERY WORLD 500 BAY AVENUE, SUITE 101	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	NOT AVAILABLE	OPEN
RAAB MONTESSORI ACADEMY 145 - 147 HAVEN AVENUE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	NOT AVAILABLE	OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Ocean City

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
OCEAN CITY OC DC PS1	112 E 9th St	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
OCEAN CITY OC DC PS2	112 E 9th St	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
OCEAN CITY OC DC PS3	112 E 9th St	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
OCEAN CITY OC DC PS4	112 E 9th St	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
CITY HALL 01 CITY HALL 01	840 Central Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
City of Ocean City	861 Asbury Ave	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Ocean City

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
State Rote (50), 1.5 Miles South of County Route (557) near Buck Hill Road	TOWER	152
(Atlantic City site) 1701 ABSECON BLVD (010111)	TOWER	110
215 S. Shore Drive	TOWER	75
141 Old Republic Road (26115)	MTOWER	59
70 Tuckahoe Road (110592)	LTOWER	58
3605 Bayshore Drive (105714)	MTOWER	49

Fire Stations in Ocean City

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Ocean City Fire Department	550 Asbury AVE	Career			609-226-0894

Bridges in Ocean City

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2012	5,507	23,432	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2013	401	552	G
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	2018	21	210	G

Amtrak Stations in Ocean City

3 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Absecon, NJ	Shore Road and Ohio Avenue	TRAIN
Atlantic City, NJ	1901 Atlantic Avenue	BUS
Atlantic City, NJ	1 Atlantic City Expressway	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Ocean City

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ATLANTIC CITY ELECTRIC ATLANTIC REGIONAL OPERATIONS	5100 HARDING HIGHWAY	ATLANTIC

Airports Near Ocean City

45 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Philadelphia International Airport	PHL	Large Airport
Atlantic City International Airport	ACY	Medium Airport
Cape May County Airport	WWD	Medium Airport
Mc Guire Air Force Base	WRI	Medium Airport
Millville Municipal Airport	MIV	Medium Airport
Allen Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Alliance Airport	—	Small Airport
B J Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Blews Airport	—	Small Airport
Bucks Airport	—	Small Airport
Coombs Airport	—	Small Airport
Coyle Field	—	Small Airport
Cross Keys Airport	—	Small Airport
Dave's Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Dix Field	—	Small Airport
Eagle Crest-Hudson Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagles Nest Airport	—	Small Airport
Emmanuel Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying W Airport	—	Small Airport
Free Spirit Airport	—	Small Airport
Halka Nurseries Airport	—	Small Airport
Hammonton Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Hollingshead Airport	—	Small Airport
Ideal Mfg Corp Airport	—	Small Airport
Inductotherm Airport	—	Small Airport
Kroelinger Airport	—	Small Airport
Li Calzi Airport	—	Small Airport
Murphy's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Ocean City Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Ocean County Airport	MJX	Small Airport
Paramount Airport	—	Small Airport
Pemberton Airport	—	Small Airport
Pine Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Red Lion Airport	—	Small Airport
South Jersey Regional Airport	LLY	Small Airport
Southern Cross Airport	—	Small Airport
Strawberry Fields Airport	—	Small Airport
Thomas Browne Airpark	—	Small Airport
Var-Sky Airport	—	Small Airport
Vineland-Downtown Airport	—	Small Airport
Warren Grove Range Airport	—	Small Airport
Wide Sky Airpark	—	Small Airport
Winchelsea Airport	—	Small Airport
Woodbine Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Woodcrest Farms Airstrip	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Ocean City

19 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Absecon Police Dept
Atlantic City Beach Patrol
Atlantic City Police Department	2715 Atlantic Avenue
Atlantic City Police Department - Boardwalk Station
Avalon Police Department
Avalon Station
Brigantine Police Department
City Hall & Police Station
Egg Harbor Township Police Department	3515 Bargaintown Road
Galloway Township Police Department
Linwood Police Department
Longport Police Department	2305 Atlantic Avenue
Margate City Police Department
Middle Township Police Department	31 Mechanic Street
New Jersey State Police Atlantic City
NJSP Troop D Galloway Barracks
Ocean City Police Department	835 Central Avenue
Stockton Campus Police
U - Campus Security

Grocery Stores in Ocean City

9 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Acme 2649	Supermarket	800 West Ave
ACME 3824	Supermarket	3428 Simpson Ave
Aplus 40071H	Convenience Store	213 34th St
CVS Pharmacy 752	Other	1601 Haven Ave
CVS Pharmacy 961	Other	3401 Simpson Ave
Mini Market La Guadalupana	Grocery Store	507A E 9th St
Walgreens 17934	Other	1332 West Ave
WAWA 728	Convenience Store	1250 West Ave
WAWA 771	Convenience Store	110 34th St

Treatment Centers in Ocean City

14 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Acenda Counseling and Wellness Centers	Mental Health	844-422-3632
Acenda Integrated Health - Acenda Adult Partial Care	Both	844-422-3632
Atlantic Prevention Resources Inc	Substance Abuse	609-272-0964 x19
Atlanticare Behavioral Health Services - Adult and Adult Acute Partial Services	Mental Health	609-404-0648 x104
Atlanticare Behavorial Health	Both	609-348-1161
Atlanticare Regional Medical Center - Pychiatric Intervention Program	Mental Health	609-572-8510
Eleanor Health - Galloway	Both	609-232-7961
Enlightened Solutions Detox LLC	Substance Abuse	609-798-0859
John Brooks Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	609-345-2020
John Brooks Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	609-345-2020
Legacy Treatment Services - Northfield Outpatient Department	Both	800-433-7365
Pain Specialists PA	Substance Abuse	609-645-8884
Recovery Centers of America - Lighthouse Inpatient	Substance Abuse	609-782-0005
Recovery Centers of America - Lighthouse Mays Landing Outpatient	Substance Abuse	855-401-9913

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ocean City

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CENTRAL OCEAN CITY UNION CHAPEL	PO BOX 2182
CORNERSTONE MINISTRIES OF SOUTH JERSEY INC	801 WESLEY AVE
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF OCEAN CITY	701 WESLEY AVE
HONEY BROOK BIBLE FELLOWSHIP	6 E 11TH ST
LANDMARK CHURCH INC	300 E 8TH ST
MACEDONIA UNITED METH CHURCH	PO BOX 491
OCEAN CITY ECUMENICAL COUNCIL INC	PO BOX 1001
OCEAN CITY TABERNACLE ASSOC	550 WESLEY AVE
SAINT DAMIEN PARISH OCEAN CITY NJ	1337 ASBURY AVE
ST PETERS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	501 E 8TH ST
UNITY CHURCH OF OCEAN CITY	PO BOX 142

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ocean City

What is the population of Ocean City?

Ocean City has a population of 11,260 residents and is located in New Jersey. The population density is 1,668 people per square mile, spread across 10.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.5% female and 46.5% male.

Is Ocean City expensive to live in?

Ocean City is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 108.8 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $101,782, 35% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $719,100 (155% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,670 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Ocean City safe?

Ocean City is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 55 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,947 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Ocean City receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ocean City?

Ocean City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Ocean City?

The job market in Ocean City is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,139. There are 7,268 business establishments in the area, including 830 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 15.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ocean City?

The median home value in Ocean City is $719,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,071,101. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,670. Fair market rent is $1,889 for a 1-bedroom and $2,328 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 72.4%. The average annual property tax is $8,412.

How are the schools in Ocean City?

Schools in Ocean City score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 54.7% of adults in Ocean City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. 23.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ocean City?

The obesity rate in Ocean City is 31.9% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.5% of adults are smokers. 17.5% are physically inactive. 19.3% of residents report depression. 7.4% lack health insurance. 90.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,396.

What is transportation like in Ocean City?

The average commute in Ocean City is 27 minutes. 61% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ocean City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ocean City is 86.6% White, 2.2% Black or African American. 90.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.7% speak Spanish. 8.2% of the population are military veterans. 13.3% of residents have a disability. 95.4% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Beesleys Point, NJ 1,476 pop · 1.9 mi Marmora, NJ 2,011 pop · 3.2 mi Somers Point, NJ 10,461 pop · 3.3 mi Palermo, NJ 2,667 pop · 5.2 mi Linwood, NJ 6,954 pop · 5.4 mi Margate City, NJ 5,260 pop · 6.5 mi Bargaintown, NJ 5,231 pop · 6.8 mi Northfield, NJ 8,427 pop · 7.6 mi Seaville, NJ 2,678 pop · 7.6 mi English Creek, NJ 2,275 pop · 8.0 mi Ventnor City, NJ 9,220 pop · 8.0 mi Pleasantville, NJ 20,604 pop · 9.4 mi Sea Isle City, NJ 2,079 pop · 9.9 mi Atlantic City, NJ 38,486 pop · 10.9 mi

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