Ocean City, NJ
Ocean City is a popular family destination in New Jersey.
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Ocean City, NJ
Category: File - :Ocean City NJ boardwalk looking south from 12th Street.JPG|right|thumb|250px|Ocean City Boardwalk, looking south
Ocean City is a city in Cape May County, New Jersey, United States. It is the principal city of the Ocean City Metropolitan Statistical Area which encompasses all of Cape May County. As of the United States 2000 Census, the city population was 15,378. In the summer months, with an influx of tourist and second homeowners, there are estimated to be 115,000 to 130,000 within the city's borders.O.C. seeks new way to surf at beach, The Press of Atlantic City, February 9, 2007.
Ocean City was originally formed as a borough by an Act of the New Jersey Legislature on May 3, 1884, from portions of Upper Township, based on the results of a referendum held on April 30, 1884, and was reincorporated as a borough on March 31, 1890. Ocean City was incorporated as a city, its current type of government, on March 25, 1897."The Story of New Jersey's Civil Boundaries: 1606-1968", John P. Snyder, Bureau of Geology and Topography; Trenton, New Jersey; 1969. p. 115.
Ocean City is known as a family seaside resort that has prohibited the sales of alcoholic beverages within its limits since the city's founding in 1879. Ocean City possesses miles of guarded beaches, a 2.5 mile boardwalk, and a quaint downtown. (See Ocean City Boardwalk)
The Travel Channel rated Ocean City as the Best Family Beach of 2005.Best Family Beach of 2005, Travel Channel, March 2005. It was ranked the third best beach in New Jersey in the 2008 Top 10 Beaches Contest sponsored by the New Jersey Marine Sciences Consortium. In the 2009 Top 10 Beaches Contest, Ocean City ranked first.[http://www.nj.com/news/index.ssf/2009/05/top_beach_goes_here.html Ocean City wins No. 1 beach in New Jersey for '09], The Star-Ledger, May 19, 2009.
Ocean City requires purchase of a beach tag for all individuals age 12 and up to go on the beach from early June through Labor Day.Ocean City Beaches, Ocean City, New Jersey. Accessed September 24, 2007. For the 2008 season, tags could be purchased on a daily basis for $5, weekly for $10 or $20 for the entire season. OFFICIAL 2007 BEACH FEE INFORMATION, Ocean City, New Jersey. Accessed September 24, 2007.
Ocean City, New Jersey is a dry town!
Weather in Ocean City, NJ
Current weather conditions in Ocean City, NJ (08226)
Local Pollen Reports
19°F (Feels like 11°F)
Last update: 12/30/09 7:54 AM EST
Humidity: 58%Visibility: 10.0 mi
Dew Point: 9°F
UV Index: 0 (Lawn and Garden Weather)
Barometer: 30.49in steady
Moon: Rush Hour Traffic
Wind: 6mph From: Airport Conditions
Today
Fair
High: 36°F
Low: 31°F
Sunrise: 7:18 AM
Sunset: 4:44 PM
Thursday
Dec 31
Mostly Cloudy
High: 44°F
Low: 37°F
Sunrise: 7:18 AM
Sunset: 4:45 PM
Friday
Jan 1
Rain / Snow Showers
High: 43°F
Low: 27°F
Sunrise: 7:18 AM
Sunset: 4:46 PM
Saturday
Jan 2
Showers
High: 31°F
Low: 24°F
Sunrise: 7:18 AM
Sunset: 4:47 PM
Latest news about Ocean City, NJ
- Girl's wish: N.J. study of reading disorders | Philadelphia Inquirer | 12/27/2009
- The Ocean City, NJ, seventh grader and her mother, Beth, have been working the last few years to pass a law that would create a task force to better ensure ...
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- Places to go, things to do
- Dec. 31: Ocean City will hold its First Night celebration from 4 pm to midnight. More than 60 entertainment programs will be held around the city. ...
Ocean City, NJ Stats
The population of 08226 is 15,552.
That's #6632 out of all 42,305 zip codes.
93% of the population is white, which is 18 points more than the national average.
The average household income in 08226 is $44,158, which is $14,460 more than the typical average.
This contributes to the average house being worth $224,700. When the survey was done in 2000, that represented a difference of 185% from the typical value.
Men make up 46% of the population, and the typical age in this part of NJ is 47.8.
Stats about: Ocean City, NJ
Population: 15,552Number of Households: 20,298
Average House Value: $224,700
Average Income per Household: $44,158
Elevation: 19 ft
Population Breakdown:
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Here's what Yelpers have to say about Food in 08226
- Shriver's Salt Water Taffy & Fudge (Ocean City)
- "Sometimes can be a bit pricey, but their Teaberry taffy is 4 star good. Not too big of a fan of their fudge. I like their storefront." more
- Browns Restaurant (Ocean City)
- "This is a must for anyone staying in Ocean City. Walk down to Brown's in the morning, stand in line for 25 minutes then order your fresh, hot, tasty..." more
- Johnson's Popcorn (Ocean City)
- "Baby and I went to Johnsons to get some popcorn and walk the boardwalk. She liked it more then I did and she said I should give it 4-5 stars. I think..." more
- Kohr Bros Frozen Custard (Ocean City)
- "Baby and I always have to go to Kohr brothers for custard. Again, here is another example where she says 4 or 5 b/c of her history with the place. For me,..." more
- Fralinger's Original Salt Water Taffy (Ocean City)
- "I grew up with theri taffy, and it is the best, hands down! Favorite flavors are: Banana and molasses mint. I am so happy to have just discovered that I can..." more
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