New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
Wildwood is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 5,140. Residents earn $51,996 per year, which is 31% below the national average.
Based on current data, Wildwood receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Wildwood has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Wildwood is $51,996, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Wildwood is $361,200, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,255 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
With 1,633 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 11,739 per 100,000, 499% above the national average.
15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
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. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 14.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 75.2% |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 24.8% |
| 85% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,996 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,173 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $934 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $89,478 |
| Unemployment | 5.6% |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.1% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,020 |
| County GDP | $7,801M |
| Restaurants | 889 |
| Healthcare | 236 |
| Retail | 613 |
| Manufacturing | 84 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,248 |
| 136% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.28% |
| Commute Time | 21.5 min |
| Work from Home | 8.0% |
| Census Median | $361,200 |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $616,760 |
| Median List Price | $599,000 |
| Median List Price | $599,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $455 |
| Homes Sold | 9 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.3% |
| Price Drops | 24.3% |
| Inventory | 70 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,255 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 37.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,248 |
| 136% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.28% |
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.3% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.9% |
| Depression | 19.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 84.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,176/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 236 |
| Total Violent | 1,633.1/100K |
| 330% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 172.9/100K |
| Robbery | 480.3/100K |
| Assault | 979.8/100K |
| Total Property | 11,738.7/100K |
| 499% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 2,824.2/100K |
| Theft | 8,703.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 211.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 43.8 inches |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 14.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,338/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9876°N, 74.8182°W |
| County FIPS | 34009 |
Winner: Republican by 19.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.1% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.8% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 3,338/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 10 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 10 |
| Public Libraries | 13 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 236 |
| Restaurants | 889 |
| Retail Stores | 613 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
| Avg Commute | 21.5 min |
| Work from Home | 8.0% |