Atlantic City SnackAbility
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Crime in Atlantic City summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Atlantic City. Key points include:
There were 3,085 total crimes in Atlantic City in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Atlantic City is 8,017.2 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Atlantic City is 1,780.1 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Atlantic City is 6,237.0 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Atlantic City is 278.30% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Atlantic City Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Atlantic City / 100k People |
New Jersey / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 3,085 | 8,017.2 | 1,645.1 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 685 | 1,780.1 | 217.7 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 7 | 18.2 | 2.3 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 179 | 465.2 | 49.3 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 432 | 1,122.7 | 148.8 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 2,400 | 6,237.0 | 1,427.3 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 236 | 613.3 | 145.3 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 1,972 | 5,124.7 | 1,119.4 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 192 | 499.0 | 162.6 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Atlantic City summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Atlantic City. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around New Jersey. Key points include:
The cost of living in Atlantic City is 104 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Atlantic City is 1.0x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Atlantic City is $215,470.
The median income in Atlantic City is $41,028.
Atlantic City's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Atlantic City Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Atlantic City | New Jersey | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 104 | 125 | 100 |
| Services | 110 | 107 | 100 |
| Groceries | 111 | 113 | 100 |
| Health | 87 | 155 | 100 |
| Housing | 115 | 116 | 100 |
| Transportation | 113 | 112 | 100 |
| Utilities | 112 | 113 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Atlantic City, NJ Weather
The average high in Atlantic City is 62.1° and the average low is 47.1°.
There are 67.6 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 40.6 inches of precipitation each year with 13.8 inches of snow.
| Stat | Atlantic City |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 62.1 |
| Average Annual Low | 47.1 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 67.6 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 40.6 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 13.8 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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1 Reviews & Comments About Atlantic City
Everything runs fine, but tall building and beach life really goes hand and hand and not a whole lot of crime besides summer party goers.
Casinos, and good food. It's a time and place to relax and could find work if needed to move.
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Atlantic City Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Atlantic City
The current population in Atlantic City is 38,632. The population has decreased 3.6% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 38,632 | 0.4% |
| 2023 | 38,486 | -0.0% |
| 2022 | 38,487 | 0.0% |
| 2021 | 38,481 | 1.8% |
| 2020 | 37,793 | -0.5% |
| 2019 | 37,999 | -1.0% |
| 2018 | 38,372 | -1.8% |
| 2017 | 39,075 | -0.6% |
| 2016 | 39,306 | -0.6% |
| 2015 | 39,547 | 0.1% |
| 2014 | 39,521 | -0.2% |
| 2013 | 39,591 | -0.2% |
| 2012 | 39,680 | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 39,848 | -0.6% |
| 2010 | 40,081 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Atlantic City
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Atlantic City is:
17.6% White with 6,796 White residents.
29.4% African American with 11,341 African American residents.
0.6% American Indian with 245 American Indian residents.
15.4% Asian with 5,964 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.5% Other with 179 Other residents.
4.6% Two Or More with 1,776 Two Or More residents.
31.9% Hispanic with 12,331 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Atlantic City | NJ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 17.6% | 50.9% | 57.4% |
| African American | 29.4% | 12.2% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 15.4% | 10.0% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.6% | 3.5% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 31.9% | 22.5% | 19.3% |
Gender in Atlantic City
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Atlantic City is 50.5% female with 19,495 female residents.
Atlantic City is 49.5% male with 19,137 male residents.
| Gender | Atlantic City | NJ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.8% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.2% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Atlantic City for adults over 25
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10.0% of adults in Atlantic City completed < 9th grade.
11.0% of adults in Atlantic City completed 9-12th grade.
32.0% of adults in Atlantic City completed high school / ged.
18.0% of adults in Atlantic City completed some college.
6.0% of adults in Atlantic City completed associate's degree.
16.0% of adults in Atlantic City completed bachelor's degree.
4.0% of adults in Atlantic City completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Atlantic City completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Atlantic City completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Atlantic City | NJ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 10.0% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 11.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 32.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 18.0% | 15.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 6.0% | 7.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 16.0% | 26.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 4.0% | 13.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Atlantic City, New Jersey
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9.8% of households in Atlantic City earn Less than $10,000.
8.7% of households in Atlantic City earn $10,000 to $14,999.
14.5% of households in Atlantic City earn $15,000 to $24,999.
10.1% of households in Atlantic City earn $25,000 to $34,999.
14.8% of households in Atlantic City earn $35,000 to $49,999.
16.6% of households in Atlantic City earn $50,000 to $74,999.
8.2% of households in Atlantic City earn $75,000 to $99,999.
8.6% of households in Atlantic City earn $100,000 to $149,999.
5.5% of households in Atlantic City earn $150,000 to $199,999.
3.2% of households in Atlantic City earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Atlantic City | NJ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 9.8% | 4.1% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 8.7% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 14.5% | 4.8% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.1% | 5.1% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.8% | 7.6% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.6% | 12.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 8.2% | 11.3% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 8.6% | 18.1% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5.5% | 11.8% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.2% | 21.6% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
