Cape May County's 2026 population is estimated at 92,339, reflecting a -0.82% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Cape May County is the 20th largest county in New Jersey. The 2010 population was 97,222 and has grown -5.02% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 51.8 years
Female: 53.3 years
Male: 50.1 years
There are 78,667 adults, (28,008 of whom are seniors) in Cape May County.
Female: 48,970 (51.6%)
Male: 45,971 (48.4%)
The racial composition of Cape May County includes 85.15% White, 3.84% other race, 3.72% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 80,838 | 85.15% |
| Two or more races | 5,886 | 6.2% |
| Other race | 3,647 | 3.84% |
| Black or African American | 3,529 | 3.72% |
| Asian | 687 | 0.72% |
| Native American | 354 | 0.37% |
Cape May County 's average per capita income is $56,297. Household income levels show a median of $91,128. The poverty rate stands at 8.73%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $123,849 | - |
| Families | $111,635 | $145,962 |
| Households | $91,128 | $122,129 |
| Non Families | $51,988 | $72,814 |
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