Demographics in Cape May, NJ

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Cape May?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

2,789

Male

1,497

53.7%

Female

1,292

46.3%

Median Age

54.4

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

88.8%

Black

3.7%

Hispanic

13.0%

Asian

0.0%

Two or More

6.1%

Other

1.4%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

37.7%

High School or Higher

50.9%

Foreign Born

6.0%

Veterans

2.8%

Married

49.6%

Avg Household Size

1.9

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Cape May, NJ has a population of 2,789 with a median age of 54.4. The racial makeup is 88.8% White, 13.0% Hispanic, 3.7% Black. About 37.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 6.0%.