Sea Isle City, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Sea Isle City is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,079. Residents earn $98,860 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,079 Population 945/sq mi density
$98,860 Median Income $84,171 per capita
$1,019,500 Home Value $1,449,613 Zillow
N/A Median Rent 40.3% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$98,860 median income, 1.4% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,019,500 home value
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,860
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,019,500
262% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.5%
41% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,079
Median Age65.2 yrs
Density945/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,860
Per Capita$84,171
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$7,801M
Commute30 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,019,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,449,613
Rent Burden40.3%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property8,943/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary1,196/100K

Health

Obesity31.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation2 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.5%
High School+98.7%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute30 min
Broadband96.7%
Libraries13

Is Sea Isle City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sea Isle City receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Sea Isle City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sea Isle City is $98,860, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Sea Isle City among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sea Isle City is $1,019,500, making it a premium housing market at 262% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Sea Isle City is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 8,943 per 100,000, 356% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sea Isle City 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.

Sea Isle City has a population of 2,079 with a density of 945 people per square mile. The median age is 65.2 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

2,079
Total Population
945
People / sq mi
65.2yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Sea Isle City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.8%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sea Isle City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sea Isle City is $98,860, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Sea Isle City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,860
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$84,171
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$89,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% 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 Rate0.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone74.0%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home17.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Sea Isle City is $1,019,500, 262% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,449,613.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,019,500
262% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,449,613
Median List Price$1,814,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,814,500
$/Sq Ft$767
Homes Sold14
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops24.2%
Inventory33

Rental Costs

Rent Burden40.3%

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-Occupied93.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Rate0.81%
In Sea Isle City, 31.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 16.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.0%
3% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity16.2%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death9,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access92.0%
Healthcare Facilities236
Sea Isle City has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 8,943 per 100,000 (356% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property8,943.1/100K
356% above US avg
Burglary1,195.6/100K
Theft7,651.8/100K
Vehicle Theft95.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Sea Isle City 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

Elevation2 ft (1 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density945/sq mi
Coordinates39.1508°N, 74.7027°W
County FIPS34009
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 47.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.3-point margin. 96.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.5%
41% above US avg
High School+98.7%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density945/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.7%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities236
Restaurants889
Retail Stores613

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone74.0%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home17.7%

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