Cost of Living in Atlantic City, NJ
Population: 38,486 • 2026 Data
$36,220
Median Household Income
-53% vs national
$1,084
Median Monthly Rent
-20% vs national
$189,600
Median Home Value
-44% vs national
12.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Atlantic City
The median home value in Atlantic City, NJ is $189,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,084, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,154.
Rent-to-income ratio: 35.9%. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, indicating housing costs may be a burden for median-income households.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Atlantic City, NJ is $36,220. The unemployment rate stands at 12.6%, with a labor force of 17,469 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.