Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ Metro Area

Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ · Metro Area

371,211Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties, part of the Philadelphia-Reading-Camden, PA-NJ-DE-MD combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $82,105
Median home value: $331,700
Land area: 807 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Atlantic County, NJ	Central	276,270	$78,050	$295,000
Cape May County, NJ	Central	94,941	$91,128	$434,600

Largest cities and towns

54 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Egg Harbor, NJ	—	48,073	$97,190
Atlantic City, NJ	City	38,632	$41,028
Galloway, NJ	—	37,996	$91,229
Hamilton, NJ	—	28,204	$78,850
Lower, NJ	—	21,956	$84,962
Pleasantville, NJ	City	20,712	$53,661
Middle, NJ	—	20,277	$83,508
Hammonton, NJ	Town	14,840	$78,087
Upper, NJ	—	12,525	$111,991
Ocean City, NJ	City	11,261	$101,782
Somers Point, NJ	City	10,515	$71,062
Villas, NJ	CDP	9,735	$80,974
Smithville, NJ	CDP	9,545	$77,579
Ventnor City, NJ	City	9,265	$68,671
Absecon, NJ	City	9,170	$73,676
Northfield, NJ	City	8,456	$111,599
Pomona, NJ	CDP	7,995	$99,118
Brigantine, NJ	City	7,674	$97,250
Buena Vista, NJ	—	7,103	$87,581
Linwood, NJ	City	6,992	$156,354
Dennis, NJ	—	6,205	$105,506
Mullica, NJ	—	5,832	$93,421
Cape May Court House, NJ	CDP	5,628	$74,464
Margate City, NJ	City	5,234	$121,800
Wildwood, NJ	City	5,130	$75,222

Also in the Philadelphia-Reading-Camden, PA-NJ-DE-MD combined area

Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · metro · 6,272,014 Reading, PA · metro · 433,015 Dover, DE · metro · 187,604 Vineland, NJ · metro · 153,305

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

12%

Unemployment

7.9%

College Educated

33.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$82,105

Mean Household Income

$110,929

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

48.6%

Female

51.4%

Population Split

Male48.6%

Female51.4%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Irish18.6%

Italian16.7%

German13.2%

English8.0%

Mexican4.4%

Polish4.1%

French1.4%

Scottish1.3%

African0.6%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

13.0%Foreign Born

87.0%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized56.5%

Non-Citizen43.5%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later30.9%

Before 201069.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

231,798

Median Rent

$1,373/mo

Median Home Value

$331,700

Median Year Built

1979

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

82,323

College Enrollment

21.4%

High School

22.6%

College Educated

33.8%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

24.4 min

Drive Alone Rate

72.6%

Public Transit

3.4%

Work From Home

9.9%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.8%

18-34 Years

19.8%

35-64 Years

38.1%

65+ Years

22.3%

Population Composition

Under 1819.8%

18-3419.8%

35-6438.1%

65+22.3%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

46.8%

Single Parent

4.9%

Living Alone

29.0%

Avg Size

2.35

Household Types

Married Couples46.8%

Single Parent4.9%

Living Alone29.0%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$45,232

SNAP Usage

10.9%

Health Insurance

93.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k13.9%

$25k - $50k17.2%

$50k - $100k28.0%

$100k+41.0%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

4.4%

Retail Trade

11.7%

Education & Health Care

24.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

14.7%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

93.5%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

91.8%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

95.8%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

98.9

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

123.2

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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