Mays Landing, NJ 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities

Overview

Mays Landing is a town near New Jersey's coast, 20 miles northwest of Atlantic City. Its ideal location near the Atlantic Ocean and has made it a desirable option for retirees. Besides that, this suburb is home to a quaint downtown and a tight neighborly feel with plenty to see outside.  

Climate and Geography

Mays Landing is located in the Southern New Jersey. Summers are hot and humid, and winters are generally cold to cool. Residents can expect more rain than the national average and about 200 sunny days a year. 

Mays Landing is located within Atlantic County and consists of mostly rural and forested areas. The area is mainly flat with an elevation of 13 feet above sea level. Also, it is only a half hour away from the resort city, Atlantic City. 

Recreation, culture, and entertainment

Residents of Mays Landing take advantage of the warm weather by exploring nature areas and forest preserves around the suburb. Some of them are Lake Lenape Park East, Estelle Manor Park, and Gaskill Park. Other popular attractions include golf clubs, country clubs, and wineries. 

Mays Landing’s downtown area is home to a number of antique shops and restaurants. There is also a mall, the main shopping center for locals, which has all the necessities one would need, and more. Residents love driving out to Atlantic City, which has plenty of amenities and attractions, such as the Atlantic City Race Course. 

Cost of Living and Taxes

The cost of living in Mays Landing is lower than the national and state averages. The housing cost is also lower when compared nation and statewide. Other categories such as utilities and transportation are higher than the national averages, but the costs for groceries are lower. 

New Jersey does not tax Social Security benefits. Residents who are 65 and older may qualify to have their retirement income exempt from state income taxes. Sales taxes in New Jersey, including Mays Landing, are at a rate of 6.25 percent. 

Health Care 

There are two highly ranked hospitals and medical centers located within 20 miles of Mays Landing. They are AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, ranked high performing in one adult specialty and four procedures, and Inspire Medical center, ranked high performing in two procedures by U.S News.