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Wildwood Crest, NJ
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Wildwood Crest, NJ
At a Glance
How Wildwood Crest Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wildwood Crest's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wildwood Crest a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wildwood Crest residents earn a median household income of $82,143 , which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $58,623. The unemployment rate stands at 5.7% (58% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.8% 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 Wildwood Crest is $526,600 , 87% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $616,760. Median rent is $950/month, with 34.6% 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 1967.
Safety & Crime
Wildwood Crest reports 557 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 47% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,065/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
45.3% of adults in Wildwood Crest hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above the national average). 97.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wildwood Crest has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.