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RANK #415 / 996 NAT · #6 / 21 NJ · POP 274,339
1YR FORECAST: +2.1%
5YR OUTLOOK: +26%
Atlantic County, New Jersey, is perhaps best known for Atlantic City, a coastal hub featuring casinos, a boardwalk, and beaches. Beyond this entertainment center, the county offers a mix of communities, from the historic charm of Mays Landing, the county seat, to the family-friendly beaches of Margate City and Brigantine. Located in South Jersey, the county is approximately an hour's drive from Philadelphia and two hours from New York City, making it accessible for commuters. The region boasts diverse outdoor recreation, including numerous beaches, parks like Estell Manor Park with miles of trails, and the expansive Pinelands National Reserve.
Life in Atlantic County offers a blend of coastal living and suburban amenities. Many residents own their homes, and the area is considered family-friendly, with several public schools ranking highly within the state. Commute options include NJ Transit bus and rail services, with community shuttles connecting to major routes and the Atlantic City Rail Line providing service to Philadelphia. The economy, while historically tied to tourism and gaming, is seeing diversification. Recent developments include significant investment in residential projects, with new housing units underway in Atlantic City, and a focus on strengthening various economic sectors.
Below national median (4.7x)
Below national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Housing is fairly valued at 4.6x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Estimated local headcount ranges. Larger employers shown as floor + "+"; smaller employers show exact counts where reported.
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Source: CDC/NCHS vital statistics via County Health Rankings (2020–2022 avg). Rates per 100,000 population. Grade based on homicide rate relative to national average (~6.3). Learn more →
Source: EPA Air Quality System (2021–2023). Grade based on 3-year average median AQI. Learn about AQI →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Bader Field Mixed-Use Development (Proposed)
DEEM Enterprises
|
$2,700M | Proposed |
|
Atlantic City Expressway Expansion
South Jersey Transportation Authority
|
$180M | Under Construction |
|
Amazon Fulfillment Center (Former Atlantic City Race Course)
Amazon
|
$150M | Planned |
|
Showboat Resort Renovations & Island Waterpark
Showboat Resort
|
$150M | Completed |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Atlantic County scores 58/100 on the Boom Town Index, landing in the middle of the pack among 996 U.S. counties (#415). Median household income is $73,113 and job growth is running at +0.5%. The data points to a county with mixed signals — some positive indicators alongside areas that lag faster-growing peers.
Housing in Atlantic County is roughly in line with national affordability norms. The median home costs $254,100 and the income-to-home-value ratio sits at 0.29, with rents averaging $1,268/month. Not a bargain, but not a stretch for most local earners either.
Population and employment in Atlantic County are both close to flat — population +0.2% YoY and jobs +0.5%. Home values shifted +3.7% over the past 12 months. A steady-state county, neither expanding quickly nor shrinking.
There's a moderate stream of newcomers. About 2.34% of residents moved from another state, which is above average and suggests Atlantic County has appeal as a relocation destination — though it's not among the highest-inflow counties nationally.