Atlantic City Facts & Information

Location	Southeast coast of New Jersey.
Climate	Four seasons. Mild/rainy springs, hot sticky summers, mild falls, and cold snowy winters.
Land Area	11 square miles
Population	40,385
Persons Over 65	14.2%
Female Persons	51.0%
Ethnic Groups	26.7% white, 44.2% black, 0.5% american indian, 10.4% asian
Housing Units	3,372,572
Median Household Income	$55,146
Description of Flag	The ew Jersey Flag contains the state coat of arms in the center with a yellow background. The shield has three plows with a horse's head above it. Two women represent the goddesses of Liberty and Agriculture. A ribbon at the bottom includes the year of independence in 1776 and reads: Liberty and Prosperity. The New Jersey state flag was formally adopted in 1896.
New Jersey Flag

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Atlantic City Culture

and relaxing to those looking for a beach vacation. The economy is built on the gambling, so expect to see many gamblers in the numerous casinos lining the city.

If you want a great gambling experience that is more low-key than Las Vegas, then Atlantic City would be for you. The city prides itself on a more laid-back culture with the beach and the Boardwalk within walking distance to the casinos. You’ll get a high-class gambling experience and upscale entertainment with big headliner names. The hotels also cater to the tourists, offering the highest customer service while spending not nearly as much money as other touristy destinations.

Atlantic City Shopping

The casino shops offer more glamorous shopping. If you want to window shop, plenty of upscale stores can catch your eye. Find fine clothiers, plus dazzling and expensive jewelry, imported shoes and more.

The area also has several mall and shopping centers with hundreds of stores in one central location. Check out The Walk. It is Atlantic City’s new outlet and discount shopping complex, with plenty of factory outlets with big fashion names, including Nautica, Tommy Hilfiger, Mikasa and Ralph Lauren. So if you can’t usually afford these high-end stores, you may now be able to wear something designer. Also, The Quarter at the Tropicana Casino and Resort features world-class restaurants and stores such as Swaroyski, Cashe and Monde. If you don’t prefer the typical clothes and jewelry shops, check out Houdini’s Magic Shop, the Spy Store and Jake’s Dog House for a unique souvenir.

Atlantic City Travel Guides
 Frommer's Atlantic City
 Lonely Planet Atlantic City
 Let's Go Atlantic City
 Fodors Atlantic City