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West Wildwood, NJ

New Jersey · Cape May County · Atlantic City-Hammonton Metro

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 $616,760 Zillow
$1,400 Median Rent 19.6% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
362 Violent Crime/100K 1,627 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
362 violent crimes/100K (5% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $64,750
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $364,900
29% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 362/100K
5% lower 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
Ownership90.9%
Zillow$616,760
Housing Units854
Rent Burden19.6%

Crime

F
Violent362/100K
Property1,627/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault362/100K
Burglary362/100K

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 Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute20 min
Broadband89.8%
EV Stations10
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. 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

Violent crime in West Wildwood is below the national average at 362 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,627 per 100,000, near 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 6.1/10 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, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 63.3 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 60.6% female and 39.4% male. The city is predominantly White (80.3%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.4% of residents, while 5.6% speak Spanish. 7.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 25.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 97.4% have health insurance coverage.

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 Only 94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish 5.6%
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. Per capita income is $41,010. The average weekly wage is $934, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4,020 business establishments, including 889 restaurants. The cost of living index is 108.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.1% of workers work from home.

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
Gini Index0.475 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

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 median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $616,760, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,400 (20% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,759 for a one-bedroom to $2,132 for a two-bedroom apartment. 90.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 854 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1963. The average annual property tax is $8,248 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 19.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$364,900
29% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$616,760

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

Homeownership90.9%
Owner-Occupied90.9%
Renter-Occupied9.1%
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 national rate of 32.1%. 9.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 32.6% have high blood pressure. 19.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.6% report binge drinking. 27.3% are physically inactive. 22.3% report depression. 20.7% experience frequent mental distress. 11.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,876. The dentist ratio is 1:1,678. 92.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

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
Primary Care1:1,876
Dentists1:1,678
Mental Health1:733
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 362 per 100,000 residents, 5% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 361.7 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,627 per 100,000, 17% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,266, burglary at 362, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, West Wildwood receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent361.7/100K
5% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault361.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,627.5/100K
17% below US avg
Burglary361.7/100K
Theft1,265.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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West Wildwood enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°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 39. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

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

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
CountyCape May County County
Nearest AirportAtlantic City International (ACY)
34 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Aug) 4.21"
Driest Month (Jun) 3.03"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score91.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability37.2 / 100
Community Resilience98.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

6 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
Jul 1, 2009 3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey M2.8 91 km
Jan 25, 2015 4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania M2.6 132 km
Jul 5, 1996 2 km NW of Chester Heights, Pennsylvania M2.6 116 km
Feb 9, 2023 29 km E of Greenbackville, Virginia M2.6 110 km
Feb 26, 1993 2 km SW of Marlton, New Jersey M2.5 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2014 Arthur Category 1 194 km
2012 Sandy Category 2 161 km
2011 Irene Category 1 101 km
2010 Earl Category 1 277 km
1999 Floyd Category 1 269 km
1998 Bonnie Category 1 260 km
1993 Emily Category 3 233 km
1991 Bob Category 3 158 km
1986 Charley Category 1 181 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 72 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

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

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 1, 2023 EF3 76 km 1
Sep 1, 2021 EF3 84 km 0
Jul 21, 1983 EF3 88 km 0
Apr 28, 1961 EF3 98 km 0
Jul 29, 2021 EF2 100 km 0
Aug 4, 2020 EF2 60 km 0
Apr 15, 2019 EF2 82 km 0
Aug 20, 1999 EF2 79 km 0
Sep 27, 1993 EF2 99 km 0
Aug 21, 1993 EF2 70 km 0
Jul 31, 1992 EF2 60 km 0
May 10, 1990 EF2 56 km 0
Aug 17, 1988 EF2 97 km 0
Jul 21, 1987 EF2 44 km 0
Jul 18, 1984 EF2 69 km 0
Jul 21, 1983 EF2 80 km 2
Jun 9, 1977 EF2 56 km 0
Mar 21, 1976 EF2 99 km 0
Jul 13, 1975 EF2 65 km 0
Aug 27, 1971 EF2 13 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 — — 95 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: WARREN GROVE (15,315 ac, 2007).

Year Name Acres Distance
2007 WARREN GROVE 15,315 88 km
2022 MULLICA RIVER FIRE 13,082 78 km
1999 BASS RIVER 12,129 80 km
2019 SPRING HILL FIRE 8,182 93 km
2023 ALLEN ROAD 6,213 78 km
2024 TEA TIME HILL 4,444 90 km
2006 UNNAMED 3,780 82 km
2017 PENN SWAMP FIRE 3,587 77 km
1989 SIMM PLACE 3,262 93 km
2007 ATSION 2,705 81 km
1992 FOUR MILE COLONY 2,647 99 km
1996 UNNAMED 2,625 78 km
1990 UNNAMED 2,367 86 km
1996 UNNAMED 2,122 86 km
1997 UNNAMED 2,121 76 km
1993 UNNAMED 1,860 86 km
1997 UNNAMED 1,833 86 km
2008 SAUNDERS DITCH 1,814 81 km
1984 UNNAMED 1,726 88 km
2001 BOMBING RANGE FIRE 1,725 88 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 3.1 in
March 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
April 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
June 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in Driest
July 77°F (25°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 74°F (24°C) 4.2 in Wettest
September 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.3 in
December 39°F (4°C) 3.5 in

West Wildwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 36°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.2") and June the driest (3.0").

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West Wildwood is located in Cape May County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 18.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 44% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 58.9% of the vote, a 19.3-point margin. 89.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 10 EV charging stations. There are 13 public libraries serving the community. 236 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 19.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+85.8%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

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

Services

Broadband Access89.8%
Avg Download Speed129.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed14.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations10
Alt Fuel Stations10
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities236
Restaurants889
Retail Stores613

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home12.1%
Average costs for common services in West Wildwood. 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$1,224
Toddler$1,218
Preschool$1,218
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$793
Toddler$793
Preschool$741
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cape May County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 11,080 844 $34,230 2.85
Retail Trade 6,710 546 $38,677 1.57
Health Care & Social Assistance 4,459 430 $57,934 0.73
Construction 2,508 446 $62,952 1.12
Arts & Entertainment 2,001 146 $36,272 2.79
Other Services 1,538 314 $35,764 1.20
Administrative & Waste Services 1,242 219 $44,863 0.49
Professional & Technical Services 1,002 216 $69,189 0.34
Real Estate 804 182 $48,570 1.21
Finance & Insurance 726 125 $90,129 0.42
Wholesale Trade 609 64 $66,626 0.36
Agriculture & Forestry 292 14 $57,386 0.84
Management of Companies 122 8 $85,464 0.17
Educational Services 117 23 $20,804 0.13

Radio Stations near West Wildwood

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
103.5 & 102.9 The Vault classic rock AAC+ 64 kbps
90.9 The Bridge public radio AAC+ 128 kbps
88.7 The Bridge christian contemporary MP3 64 kbps
88.9 The Bridge adult album alternative MP3 128 kbps
98.9 The Bridge urban contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
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 West Wildwood

85 national parks and monuments found near West Wildwood.

ParkTypeFee
3 Forts Ferry State Park Free
Alapocas Run State Park State Park Free
Angola Neck Nature Preserve State Park Free
Angola Neck Preserve State Park Free
Assateague Island National Seashore National Seashore $25
Assateague Sp State Park Free
Assawoman Canal State Park Free
Assawoman Canal State Park Free
Auburn Heights State Park Free
Auburn Heights Preserve State Park Free
Barnegat State Park Free
Barnegat Lighthouse State Park State Park Free
Barnes Woods Nature Preserve State Park Free
Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve State Park Free
Bellevue State Park State Park Free
Bethany Beach Canal State Park Free
Brandywine Creek State Park State Park Free
Brandywine Park 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
Deerfield Golf and Tennis Club 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
Fenwick Island State Park State Park Free
First State National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Flint Woods Nature Preserve State 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
Fox Point State Park State Park Free
Garrisons Lake Golf Club State Park Free
Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Golts Ponds Heritage Conservation State Park 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
Hobbs Property 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
Lums Pond State Park State Park Free
Marian R. Okie Memorial Wildlife Preserve at Poplar Thicket State Park Free
Market Square State Park Free
Milburn Landing State Park State Park Free
Mount Laurel State Park State Park Free
Murderkill River Nature Preserve State Park Free
New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve National Reserve Free
Nvf Site State Park Free
Oversee Property State Park Free
Parvin State Park State Park Free
Pocomoke River Sp 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
Sunset Lake 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
unknown State Park Free
White Clay Creek State Park State Park Free
Wilmington and Western Railroad State Park Free
Wilmington State Parks State Park Free

Museums in West Wildwood

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MID-ATLANTIC CENTER FOR THE ARTSGENERAL MUSEUM1048 WASHINGTON ST6098845404$3,226,980
WETLANDS INSTITUTEARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER6093681211$1,373,223
BAYSHORE CENTER AT BIVALVEGENERAL MUSEUM2800 HIGH STREET8567852060$1,203,166
NASW FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION6098868787$438,176
NAVAL AIR STATION WILDWOOD AVIATION MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION500 FORRESTAL RD6098868787$438,176
CAPE MAY COUNTY MUSEUM AND GENEALOGICAL LIBRARYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6094653535$107,827
HEREFORD LIGHTHOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION6095224520$90,337
DR RITA C SCHIAVO MEMORIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$64,732
AVALON MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6099670090$11,492
CITIZENS FOR STRATHMERE & WHALE BEACHHISTORIC PRESERVATION2674403000$550
17TH VIRGINIA VOLUNTEER INFANTY COMPANIES A-K LIVING HISTORYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BRANDYWINE SHOAL LIGHTHOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CAPE MAY COUNTY PARK ZOOZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATIONRTE 9 AND PINE LANE6094655271
CAPE MAY MARITIME MUSEUM AND EDUCATION CENTERNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
COLONIAL HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6098849100
DENNIS TOWNSHIP SCHOOLHOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATIONDENNISVILLE6098611899
GREATER CAPE MAY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION653 � WASHINGTON STREET6098849100
HEREFORD INLET LIGHTHOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION111 NORTH CENTRAL AVENUE6095224520
HISTORIC COLD SPRING VILLAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION6098982300x1
HISTORIC TOWN BANKHISTORIC PRESERVATION201 CLUBHOUSE DRIVE6098863874
HISTORICAL & COMMUNITY CENTER OF CAPE MAYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORICAL PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION6093905656
HISTORY COMMITTEE OF WEST CAPE MAYHISTORIC PRESERVATION310 S BROADWAY8567591560
MAURICE RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8565467810
MUSEUM OF WOODBINE HERITAGEGENERAL MUSEUM6098615355
NEW JERSEY WAR VETERANS MUSEUM & EDUCATION CENTER A NONPROFITGENERAL MUSEUM
PORT NORRIS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1717 MAIN ST
SEA ISLE CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION6092632992
STONE HARBOR MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM6093687500
WILDWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in West Wildwood

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CAPE MAY COUNTY LIBRARY30 MECHANIC STREET0.0552,271
AVALON FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY235 32ND STREET0.091,168

Farmers Markets in West Wildwood

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lower Township Farmers Market2600 Bayshore Rd.
Stone Harbor Farmers Market95th & 2nd Ave.June to August
West Cape May Farmers Market732 Broadway06/30/2015 to 09/01/2015Tue: 3:00 PM-7:30 PM;Visit
Woodbine Farmers MarketRt. 550

Breweries in West Wildwood

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cape May Brewing CoBrewers1288 Hornet Rd6098499933Visit
Natali Vineyards LlcVineyards, Brewers, Wineries221 N Delsea Dr6094650075Visit
Tuckahoe BreweryBreweries, Food & Drink9 Stoney Ct6098275375
Turdo VineyardsWineries, Vineyards, Brewers3911 Bayshore Rd6098845591Visit

Cell Towers in West Wildwood

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
3010 NEW JERSEY AVENUE (64683)LTOWER73
1984 ROUTE 47 (64704)MTOWER58
113 SOUTH DELSEA DRIVE (26145)MTOWER51
1619 Bayshore Rd. (64702)MTOWER47

Fire Stations in West Wildwood

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
West Wildwood Volunteer Fire Company651 North DRVolunteer609-729-4510

Bridges in West Wildwood

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Movable (Bascule)Steel195050918,048F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19942,7739,940F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete continuous19902541,826G

Airports Near West Wildwood

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Atlantic City International AirportACYMedium Airport
Cape May County AirportWWDMedium Airport
Dover Civil Air Terminal/Dover Air Force BaseDOVMedium Airport
Millville Municipal AirportMIVMedium Airport
Ocean City Municipal AirportOCEMedium Airport
Salisbury Ocean City Wicomico Regional AirportSBYMedium Airport
Albanna Aviation Airport—Small Airport
Alliance Airport—Small Airport
B J Farms Airport—Small Airport
Blews Airport—Small Airport
Bucks Airport—Small Airport
Bunting's Field—Small Airport
Carey Field—Small Airport
Chandelle Airport—Small Airport
Coombs Airport—Small Airport
Cross Keys Airport—Small Airport
Dave's Aerodrome—Small Airport
Delaware Coastal AirportGEDSmall Airport
Delmarvair Airport—Small Airport
Dix Field—Small Airport
Drummond Airport—Small Airport
Eagle Crest-Hudson Airport—Small Airport
Eagles Nest Airport—Small Airport
Emmanuel Airport—Small Airport
Ennis Aerodrome—Small Airport
Free Spirit Airport—Small Airport
Halka Nurseries Airport—Small Airport
Hammonton Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Hidden Acres Farm Airport—Small Airport
Huey Airport—Small Airport
Ideal Mfg Corp Airport—Small Airport
Johnsons Airport—Small Airport
Kimbowrosa Farm Airport—Small Airport
Kroelinger Airport—Small Airport
Li Calzi Airport—Small Airport
Murphy's Landing Airport—Small Airport
Ocean City Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Ockel Farms Airport—Small Airport
Paramount Airport—Small Airport
Paruszewski Farm Strip—Small Airport
Rainbow's End Airport—Small Airport
Salem Airfield—Small Airport
Southern Cross Airport—Small Airport
Spitfire Aerodrome—Small Airport
Stoe Creek Farm Airport—Small Airport
Strawberry Fields Airport—Small Airport
Taildragger Acres Airport—Small Airport
Thomas Browne Airpark—Small Airport
Var-Sky Airport—Small Airport
Vineland-Downtown Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in West Wildwood

9 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Avalon Police Department
Avalon Station
Cape May Beach Patrol238 Beach Avenue
Middle Township Police Department31 Mechanic Street
New Jersey State PoliceCentral Avenue
NJSP - Marine Services StationCentral Avenue
North Wildwood Police Department901 Atlantic Avenue
WIldwood Beach Patrol
Wildwood Police Department

Grocery Stores in West Wildwood

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
WAWA 729Convenience Store4190 West Rio Grande Ave

Treatment Centers in West Wildwood

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Acenda Integrated Health - Acenda Adult Partial CareBoth844-422-3632
Cape AssistSubstance Abuse609-522-5960
Optimal Behavioral Health - DBA Families MatterSubstance Abuse609-886-8666

Churches & Religious Organizations in West Wildwood

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF WILDWOOD CREST6701 SEAVIEW AVE
THE CREST COMMUNITY CHURCH WILDWOOD CREST5901 PACIFIC AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About West Wildwood

What is the population of West Wildwood?

West Wildwood has a population of 564 residents and is located in New Jersey. The population density is 1,945 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 63.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 60.6% female and 39.4% male.

Is West Wildwood expensive to live in?

West Wildwood 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 $64,750, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $364,900 (29% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,400 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is West Wildwood safe?

West Wildwood is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 362 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,627 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, West Wildwood receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in West Wildwood?

West Wildwood enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°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 39.

How is the job market in West Wildwood?

West Wildwood has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $934. There are 4,020 business establishments in the area, including 889 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 12.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in West Wildwood?

The median home value in West Wildwood is $364,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $616,760. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,400. Fair market rent is $1,759 for a 1-bedroom and $2,132 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 90.9%. The average annual property tax is $8,248.

How are the schools in West Wildwood?

Schools in West Wildwood score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 18.8% of adults in West Wildwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. 4.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is West Wildwood?

The obesity rate in West Wildwood is 37.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.1% of adults are smokers. 27.3% are physically inactive. 22.3% of residents report depression. 11.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 92.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,876.

What is transportation like in West Wildwood?

The average commute in West Wildwood is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.2% of workers drive alone to work, 1.7% use public transit, and 12.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of West Wildwood?

The racial and ethnic makeup of West Wildwood is 80.3% White, 3% Black or African American, 3.4% Hispanic or Latino. 94.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.6% speak Spanish. 7.3% of the population are military veterans. 25.1% of residents have a disability. 97.4% have health insurance coverage.

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