Whitesboro City Demographics

Whitesboro, located in Cape May County, New Jersey, has a population of approximately 2,600 residents. The community is predominantly African American (about 55%), with White residents comprising around 35% and other racial/ethnic groups making up the remainder. The median age is roughly 43 years, reflecting a mix of families and older adults. Gender distribution is fairly balanced, with women accounting for about 52% and men 48% of the population.

Whitesboro City Housing

Whitesboro, a community in Cape May, NJ, offers a mix of single-family homes and some multi-family units. As of 2024, median home values are around $275,000, with average rents near $1,600/month. Homeownership rates are approximately 68%, indicating stability, while the rental market is modest but growing. Neighborhoods feature older homes with occasional new developments. Recent trends show property values rising about 4% annually. Cape May County property taxes average 1.4% of assessed value, resulting in median annual taxes near $3,800 for Whitesboro homeowners.

Education in Whitesboro City

Whitesboro, a community within Middle Township, Cape May County, NJ, is served by Middle Township Public Schools. Students attend Middle Township High School, which enrolls about 800 students and has a graduation rate of 91%. There are no colleges or universities in Whitesboro; only 21.2% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher. The high school’s safety rating is above the state average, and it offers AP and vocational programs. Local adult education is limited, often accessed through county resources. Middle Township High School’s state score is 57.8 (out of 100).

Transportation in Whitesboro City

Transportation in Whitesboro, Cape May, NJ, is primarily car-dependent, with over 90% of households owning at least one vehicle. Public transit usage is low, with fewer than 2% commuting via bus; most residents commute by car. The average one-way commute time is around 25 minutes, typically to nearby employment hubs such as Cape May Court House and Wildwood. Transportation infrastructure includes access to U.S. Route 9 and proximity to Garden State Parkway, but limited sidewalks and bike lanes constrain alternative transit. Public transit options are mainly provided by NJ Transit bus routes serving neighboring towns.

Whitesboro City Healthcare

Whitesboro, a community within Middle Township, Cape May County, NJ, lacks a hospital but is served by nearby Cape Regional Medical Center (120 beds, ~5 miles away), alongside local clinics like CompleteCare Health Network. Access to primary care is moderate, with approximately 85% insured (2021 ACS), but public transport is limited. The population (about 2,100, 54% Black/African American, 33% White) faces common health issues such as hypertension, diabetes, and asthma. Provider-to-population ratio is lower than state average. Clinics focus on underserved residents, accepting Medicaid/Medicare to address disparities in this historically African American community.

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