North Wildwood 68 Good
North Wildwood Livability #318 ranked city in New Jersey#9,827 ranked city in the USARanks better than 66% of areas
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Pros and Cons of Living in North Wildwood

PROS
  • Health & Safety Health & Safety

    Good air quality as well as nearby health facilities like hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, fire and police stations all contribute to a higher than average health and safety score.

  • Ratings Ratings

    Based on recent surveys and polls, locals gave high marks in the walkability to local amenities, safety, public transit, friendliness of neighbors and overall sense of community in the area.

CONS
  • Commute Commute

    A low commute score could be due to longer-than-average work commutes and the limited availability of public transportation in this area.

  • Cost Of Living Cost Of Living

    Living in this region comes with a high cost of living, translating to elevated costs for homes, goods and services, groceries, utilities, health care and transportation.

  • Crime Crime

    This area reports elevated crime rates per 100,000 individuals, potentially pointing some areas being unsafe for its residents. Stats are based on both property and violent crimes.

What's it like Living in North Wildwood?

North Wildwood is a smaller city located in the state of New Jersey. The city has a population of 3,881 residents. If we take a look at the last Census, the vast majority of the population falls within one racial group (96% White). Given that fact, North Wildwood could be considered less diverse than other cities. With an average age of 64 years, North Wildwood residents appear to be older compared to the national average. For seniors and retirees, this city presents itself as a compelling choice. 71% of the people in North Wildwood (over the age of 15) are married and 8% have kids under the age of eighteen. Knowing that, it’s safe to say that this area could be a great place for other families to lay down roots. Long, unnecessary commutes can be both frustrating and inconvenient when heading to work. Nationwide, the average one-way commute time takes 26 minutes, but regrettably, residing in North Wildwood entails a longer-than-average one-way commute time, averaging 34 minutes.

Living in North Wildwood can be a fulfilling experience for anyone moving to the area. Having said that, in the state of New Jersey, there are many desirable places to live, so choose wisely! When searching for a new neighborhood, several factors play a vital role in determining its suitability. Safety should be a top priority, ensuring a secure environment with low crime rates. Proximity to your workplace or school helps minimize commuting time and allows for a better work-life balance. Availability of essential amenities such as parks, coffee shops, restaurants, grocery stores, and healthcare facilities contributes to convenience and well-being. Access to reliable public transportation options facilitates easy commuting and connectivity. Additionally, considering the sense of community and the overall atmosphere that resonates with your lifestyle and preferences fosters a harmonious living experience. To help you find the best places to live in and around North Wildwood, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like amenities, cost of living, commute, health & safety, housing and more.

The livability score in North Wildwood is 68 out of 100 and the city is ranked in the 71st percentile of all cities across America. There is at least one category that does not have great scores in North Wildwood. The following was graded with a less than perfect score: crime (D) and cost of living (F).

Being close to public transit, grocery stores, parks and other conveniences are all important when weighing your options for a new home in North Wildwood. Before you determine if any of these amenities are available in the area, you will also want to know if the real estate prices in North Wildwood are affordable. The median home price for North Wildwood homes is $615,759, which is 10.9% higher than the New Jersey average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in North Wildwood, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 6.4, which is 25.5% higher than the New Jersey average.

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      North Wildwood transportation information

      Statistic North Wildwood New Jersey National
      Average one way commute34min31min26min
      Workers who drive to work81.0%71.7%76.4%
      Workers who carpool5.7%8.1%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit1.3%11.2%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle6.7%0.3%0.6%
      Workers who walk4.4%3.0%2.8%
      Working from home1.0%4.1%4.6%
      Source: The North Wildwood, NJ data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) and include 2026 modeled data developed using proprietary methodologies.