| City: | Cape May Point, New Jersey |
| City Alias: | Cape May Pt |
| County: | Cape May County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 8:24:49 PM |
| Population: | 305 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 609 / 640 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 38.9369, -74.9658 |
| Land Area: | 0.295 sq mi |
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Cape May Point occupies just 0.31 square miles at the southern tip of New Jersey's Cape May peninsula. With 305 year-round residents and 625 total housing units, this is one of the state's most seasonal communities. 73% of homes (458 units) sit vacant most of the year, used only for summer weeks or occasional weekend getaways.
The post office maintains 324 PO Boxes for a community of 152 occupied households. That's a 2.13x adoption rate, typical for beach resorts where second homeowners maintain year-round boxes. Seasonal residents need a reliable address even when they're not in town. Mail piles up between visits, packages wait for pickup, and property tax bills arrive whether you're there or not.
This is a PO Box Only Zone, so there's no home delivery anywhere in the borough.
Street names tell the coastal story. Lighthouse Road leads to the historic Cape May Lighthouse, built in 1859. Ocean Avenue runs parallel to the Atlantic. Yale, Princeton, Harvard, Oxford, Lehigh, and Cambridge Avenues form a grid named for prestigious universities. This isn't a pattern you see in working beach towns.
Median age: 67.1 years. Median home value: $987,200. These numbers point to retirement and wealth. The 152 year-round residents are mostly retirees. They're joined each summer by seasonal homeowners who drive down from Philadelphia, New York, and northern New Jersey.
The borough covers less than a third of a square mile of land, surrounded by water on three sides. Delaware Bay lies to the west, the Atlantic Ocean to the south and east. Lily Lake sits in the interior. It's a compact, walkable village where the post office serves as one of the few year-round gathering points.
Cape May Point was incorporated as a borough in 1908, carved out of Lower Township. It's always been smaller and quieter than neighboring Cape May, the Victorian resort town one mile north. While Cape May has hotels and restaurants, Cape May Point is purely residential. Just 6 businesses employ 38 people here.
17.4% of workers work from home, well above typical rates. That fits the retiree profile. Of the 152 occupied homes, 141 are owner-occupied and only 11 are rentals. Median household income is $88,333. Per capita income is $150,725, inflated by retirement savings and investment income in a community with almost no children.
All mail goes to PO Boxes. Street delivery doesn't exist here. The preferred mailing name is "Cape May Point." The abbreviated form "Cape May Pt" has been accepted since October 2005.
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Cape May Point, NJ 08212Street names mix coastal landmarks (Lighthouse, Ocean, Bayshore) with Ivy League universities (Yale, Princeton, Harvard, Oxford, Cambridge, Lehigh) and presidential references (Lincoln), creating an upscale resort naming pattern.
ZIP Code 08212 has 305 residents and 152 households (average 1.99 persons per household). The median age is 67.1 years, significantly older than the state (39.9) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.8% male and 49.2% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (48.6%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (95.7%, much higher than the state average of 55.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (2.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.6%, which is much lower than the state average (21.6%).
Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 305Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 138Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 1,033.9 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $86,125Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 152Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $1,050,000Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 1.99Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 3.17Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 120 | 161 | 170 | 200 | 240 | 214 | 204 | 188 | 176 | 165 | 150 | 155 | 155 | 138 |
| Decennial Census | 294 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 305 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 67.1
Male Median Age: 67.2
Female Median Age: 67.1
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 11 | 18 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 8 | 11 |
| Female | 2 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 16 | 31 | 19 | 12 | 14 | 13 |
| Total | 4 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 20 | 34 | 57 | 41 | 30 | 22 | 24 |
| White: | 292 | 95.11% |
| Black: | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic:* | 8 | 2.61% |
| Asian: | 1 | 0.33% |
| American Indian: | 0 | 0% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 6 | 1.95% |
| Total: | 307 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 155 | 50.82% | 67.2 years |
| Females: | 150 | 49.18% | 67.1 years |
| Total: | 305 | 100% | 67.1 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 108 | 78.26% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 12 | 8.70% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 18 | 21.74% |
| Total Population: | 138 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 108 | 78.26% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 30 | 21.74% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $86,125, which is much higher than the national median ($78,538), is up $17,875 (26.2%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $23,625. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $85,875 for nonfamily households (a difference of $85,875). By gender, male median income is $45,000 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $45,000 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 34.8%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (85.4%).
Explore More: Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $68,250 | $70,694 | $65,833 | $58,125 | $53,125 | $48,438 | $46,964 | $47,917 | $62,500 | $71,902 | $77,102 | $82,679 | $88,333 | $86,125 |
| Median Family Income | $76,250 | $78,750 | $76,094 | $73,214 | $73,929 | $78,750 | $85,000 | $76,500 | $95,000 | $94,000 | $99,000 | $106,750 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $29,583 | $46,250 | $43,125 | $42,250 | $37,500 | $35,417 | $36,250 | $37,188 | $32,500 | $70,489 | $75,625 | $80,952 | $83,563 | $85,875 |
| Median Male Income | $46,875 | $65,000 | $83,750 | $83,750 | $0 | $50,000 | $38,750 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $49,500 | $50,250 | $45,000 |
| Median Female Income | $34,583 | $48,750 | $50,625 | $68,750 | $0 | $86,250 | $70,625 | $91,250 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $250,001 | $0 |
| Employed: | 48 | 34.78% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 90 | 65.22% |
| Total: | 138 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 41 | 85.42% |
| Service: | 1 | 2.08% |
| Sales and Office: | 6 | 12.50% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 48 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $1,050,000, which is much higher than the national median ($303,400), is up $237,500 (29.23%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $273,500. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,348), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 97.56% (27.50% with a mortgage, 72.50% free-and-clear) and renters 2.44% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 87.25%, which is markedly above the national rate (10.43%).
Explore More: Compare Home Value Home Value Over Time Rent & Over Time Housing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $812,500 | $823,500 | $791,700 | $733,600 | $769,900 | $735,500 | $709,200 | $729,700 | $776,500 | $847,800 | $889,400 | $984,000 | $987,200 | $1,050,000 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 2 | 100.00% |
| Total: | 2 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $0 | $0 | $0 | $1,188 | $1,146 | $1,250 | $1,438 | $1,667 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 22 | 26.83% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 58 | 70.73% |
| Renter Occupied: | 2 | 2.44% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 82 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 82 | 12.75% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 561 | 87.25% |
| Total Housing Units: | 643 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 614 | 95.49% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 16 | 2.49% |
| Other Units: | 13 | 2.02% |
| Total Housing Units: | 643 | 100% |
In 2024, 49.30% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 97.80%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 5.80%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 64.50%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Insufficient data for school enrollment.
Explore More: Educational Attainment Health Insurance Poverty Over Time School Enrollment
| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 3 | 2.17% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 21 | 15.22% |
| Some college, no degree: | 21 | 15.22% |
| Associate's degree: | 25 | 18.12% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 24 | 17.39% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 44 | 31.88% |
| Total: | 138 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 135 | 97.83% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 68 | 49.28% |
| Private Insurance: | 103 | 51.50% |
| Public Insurance: | 89 | 44.50% |
| No Insurance: | 8 | 4.00% |
| Total: | 200 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 192 | 96.00% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.7% | 3.7% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 0 | 0% |
| College or graduate school: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 0 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 0 | 0% |
ZIP Code 08212 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 7 business establishments, employing about 34 people with an annual payroll of $1,354,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 1,423Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 7Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $289,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $1,354,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 34Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 08212 is located in Cape May County, New Jersey, within the Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 12100) and New Jersey's 2nd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 274,549 people, about 0.11% of whom live in ZIP Code 08212. It covers 0.295 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.311 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 12100Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 274,549Source: Census |
| MSA: | Philadelphia-Wilmington-Atlantic City, PA-NJ-DE-MD CMSASource: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.295 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 1.311 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 02Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 2092.43 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Atlantic-Cape May, NJ PMSASource: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 3410330Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Cape May Point borough; New JerseySource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 08212 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.