West Wildwood, NJ
Full City Profile · New Jersey · Cape May County County
West Wildwood, NJ
At a Glance
How West Wildwood Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Wildwood's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Wildwood a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Wildwood residents earn a median household income of $64,750 , which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,010. The unemployment rate stands at 11.2% (211% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,020 business establishments, including 889 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Wildwood is $364,900 , 29% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $616,760. Median rent is $1,400/month, with 19.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
West Wildwood reports 403 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 6% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,409/100K.
Education
18.8% of adults in West Wildwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 85.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches.