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West Wildwood, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

West Wildwood is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 564. Residents earn $64,750 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
564 Population 1,945/sq mi density
$64,750 Median Income $41,010 per capita
$364,900 Home Value
$1,400 Median Rent 19.6% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
686 Violent Crime/100K 3,774 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$64,750 median income, 4.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$364,900 home value, $1,400/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
686 violent crimes/100K (81% above avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,750
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $364,900
29% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 686/100K
81% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,400
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population564
Median Age63.3 yrs
Density1,945/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,750
Per Capita$41,010
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$7,801M
Commute20 min

Housing

B
Home Value$364,900
Rent$1,400
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units854
Rent Burden19.6%

Crime

F
Violent686/100K
Property3,774/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault515/100K
Burglary515/100K

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured11.8%
Smoking19.1%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+85.8%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute20 min
Broadband89.8%
Libraries13

Is West Wildwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Wildwood receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. West Wildwood has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Wildwood is $64,750, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Wildwood is $364,900, 29% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,400 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 686 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,774 per 100,000, 93% above the national average.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

West 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. 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 39.

West Wildwood has a population of 564 with a density of 1,945 people per square mile. The median age is 63.3 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.3%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 3% Black.

Population

564
Total Population
1,945
People / sq mi
63.3yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.4%
Female 60.6%

Race & Ethnicity

West Wildwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Wildwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Wildwood is $64,750, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: West Wildwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,750
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,010
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$89,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% 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
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in West Wildwood is $364,900, 29% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,400 (20% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$364,900
29% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,400
20% above US avg
Rent Burden19.6%

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-Occupied90.9%
Housing Units854
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Rate2.26%
In West Wildwood, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.1% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.1%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Uninsured11.8%
37% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits59.6%
Premature Death9,176/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access92.0%
Healthcare Facilities236
West Wildwood has a violent crime rate of 686 per 100,000 residents, 81% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,774 per 100,000 (93% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent686.1/100K
81% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape171.5/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault514.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,773.6/100K
93% above US avg
Burglary514.6/100K
Theft3,087.5/100K
Vehicle Theft171.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
West Wildwood has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,945/sq mi
Coordinates39.0006°N, 74.8236°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34009
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.3-point margin. 89.8% 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+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+85.8%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score6.24
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,945/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.8%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities236
Restaurants889
Retail Stores613

Safety & Disasters

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

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home12.1%

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