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A snapshot of Cape May County’s population and employment
Cape May County
Cape May County is a picturesque retreat with a thriving local economy, making it a perfect place for leisure and opportunity.
About Cape May County
Cape May County sits at New Jersey’s southern tip and is renowned for its tourism and maritime industries. The economy is driven by beachfront resorts, seafood processing, and hospitality services. Cape May County is connected through the Cape May Airport, ferries, and the Garden State Parkway. Iconic seaside towns such as Ocean City and Wildwood feature classic boardwalk entertainment and family‑friendly resorts, and historic Cape May offers restored Victorian architecture and culinary charm.
Major Private Sector Employers
| wdt_ID | wdt_created_by | wdt_created_at | wdt_last_edited_by | wdt_last_edited_at | Company | Industry |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 06:15 PM | acoulter | 03/10/2025 07:58 PM | Shore Medical Center | Life Sciences/Healthcare |
| 15 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 06:16 PM | acoulter | 03/10/2025 08:01 PM | Morey’s Piers | Film and Entertainment |
| 25 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 06:58 PM | acoulter | 03/10/2025 08:02 PM | Colonial Electric Supply | Manufacturing |
| 26 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 06:59 PM | acoulter | 15/10/2025 05:43 PM | Cape Regional Medical Center | Life Sciences/Healthcare |
| 27 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 06:59 PM | acoulter | 01/09/2025 08:26 PM | Ocean First Bank | Financial Services |
| 28 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 06:59 PM | acoulter | 03/10/2025 08:07 PM | Lund’s Fisheries | Agriculture |
| 30 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 07:00 PM | acoulter | 03/10/2025 08:07 PM | Capemay.com | Technology |
| 31 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 07:01 PM | acoulter | 01/09/2025 08:27 PM | ICONA Resorts | Hospitality |
| 32 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 08:00 PM | acoulter | 01/09/2025 08:28 PM | Cape Resorts | Hospitality |
Source: ZoomInfo, 2025; Dunn & Bradstreet, 2023; CNJ Internal Research, 2023-2025.
Major Industries
Healthcare
Hospitality
County Resources
Cape May County Chamber of Commerce
Cape May County’s business membership organization dedicated to promoting local enterprises, tourism, and community growth.
Cape May County Economic Development Program
Cape May County’s economic development initiative focused on supporting businesses, attracting investment, and expanding economic opportunity.