Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
| Below Poverty | 8.6% ▼ 14% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.4% ▲ 17% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 22% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 748 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 21,696 (30.9%) |
| Some College | 7,990 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 7,629 (10.9%) |
| Bachelors | 5,562 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 26,494 (37.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $90,518 ▲ 19% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $452,478 ▲ 62% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,410/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 99,928 |
| Vacant Units | 55,278 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Cape May County is located in New Jersey and encompasses 21 ZIP codes spanning 21 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 96,045 residents. With a median age of 49.45, it is a mature county.
Cape May County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $90,518 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.0%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 8.6% is near the national average.
Housing in Cape May County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $452,478 — significantly above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,410. Homeownership rates are high at 79.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Cape May County are primarily White (84.46%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 45.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Cape May County, NJ is a middle-income area in New Jersey. The 21 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08202 | Avalon | 1,636 | $142,500 | $1,566,700 | $1,615 | 2.1% | 75.3% |
| 08204 | Cape May | 16,890 | $80,782 | $399,200 | $1,149 | 5.5% | 46.5% |
| 08210 | Cape May Court House | 17,278 | $93,855 | $337,700 | $1,538 | 6.5% | 41.8% |
| 08212 | Cape May Point | 155 | $88,333 | $987,200 | — | 0.0% | 77.8% |
| 08223 | Marmora | 4,063 | $100,000 | $353,400 | $1,642 | 2.2% | 63.3% |
| 08226 | Ocean City | 11,260 | $101,782 | $719,100 | $1,670 | 3.1% | 62.3% |
| 08230 | Ocean View | 5,998 | $110,667 | $406,900 | $1,757 | 1.9% | 52.2% |
| 08242 | Rio Grande | 4,021 | $97,831 | $306,200 | $1,486 | 10.3% | 35.5% |
| 08243 | Sea Isle City | 2,079 | $98,860 | $1,019,500 | — | 3.5% | 53.2% |
| 08247 | Stone Harbor | 936 | $133,929 | $1,773,800 | $1,588 | 4.8% | 74.1% |
| 08248 | Strathmere | 134 | $106,840 | $934,000 | — | 37.1% | 61.2% |
| 08251 | Villas | 10,360 | $76,433 | $275,800 | $1,468 | 11.0% | 33.9% |
| 08260 | Wildwood | 12,913 | $71,549 | $441,300 | $1,182 | 8.3% | 37.1% |
| 08270 | Woodbine | 8,239 | $95,033 | $298,800 | $1,145 | 3.9% | 34.3% |