Ocean City

Cape May County, New Jersey

Population 95K |Median income $91,128 |1 hospital

Population

94,941

Cape May County

Median Income

$91,128

+34% vs avg

Median Home Value

$434,600

+91% vs avg

Median Age

51.8

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

95K-2%

Median Income

$91,128+61%

Median Home Value

$434,600+39%

Poverty Rate

8.7%-14%

Unemployment

5.2%-49%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,360/mo

Poverty Rate

8.7% -39% vs avg

Unemployment 5.2%

Bachelor's Degree+ 39%

Work From Home 12.1%

Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 85.1%

African American 3.7%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.2%

Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

38.9%

Obesity

33.5%

Short Sleep Duration

32.3%

Physical Inactivity

22.9%

Binge Drinking

15.3%

Frequent Mental Distress

14.3%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.7%

Current Smoking

11.8%

Diabetes

11.7%

Current Asthma

9.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81%

Dental Visit 66.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

8.3%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.8%

Stroke

3.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

CAPE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER INC

CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Ocean City Area 6

FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises, Inc. Recalls Premium Food Bubble Gum Over Undeclared Colors

FDA · 4d ago

FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises Recalls Premium Food Jordan Almonds Over Undeclared Wheat and Colors

FDA · 4d ago

FDA Recalls

Italianway Import, Inc. Recalls Vergani 1944 Milano Gluten-Free Pandoro Due to Potential Teflon Contamination

FDA · 4d ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Coastal Waters Between Manasquan Inlet and Great Egg Inlet NJ

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for New Jersey Coastal Waters Until 11:00 PM EDT

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Multiple Southern New Jersey Counties Until 9:45 PM

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Ocean City, NJ? ▼

Ocean City, NJ has a population of 94,941 people, located in Cape May County, New Jersey.

What is the median household income in Ocean City? ▼

The median household income in Ocean City, NJ is $91,128 per year. The poverty rate is 8.7%.

What is the median home value in Ocean City? ▼

The median home value in Ocean City, NJ is $434,600. Median rent is $1,360/month.

What are the top health concerns in Ocean City? ▼

The top health indicators in Ocean City include High Blood Pressure (38.9%), Obesity (33.5%), Short Sleep Duration (32.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Ocean City? ▼

Ocean City has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Ocean City? ▼

The median age in Ocean City, NJ is 51.8 years. 39% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Ocean City, NJ is located in Cape May County, New Jersey. With a population of 95K and a median household income of $91,128, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Ocean City area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Cape May County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.