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New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026

As of 2026, New Jersey has a total population of 9,267,014, with a median household income of $101,050, which is 29% higher the national average. The poverty rate is 9.8%.

New Jersey Quick Facts

Population 9,267,014
Median Household Income $101,050
Median Home Value $427,600
Poverty Rate 9.8%
Unemployment Rate 6.2%
Median Age 40.1 years
Homeownership Rate 63.7%
Affordability Ratio 4.2x
Bachelor's Degree+ 42.9%
High School Graduation 90.7%
Counties 21
Cities/Places 700
Population 9,267,014
Median Income $101,050 29% higher national
Poverty Rate 9.8%
Unemployment 6.2%

Economy & Housing

Employment

6.2% Unemployment Rate State: 6.2% | National: 5.2%
66.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 63.7%
Renter 36.3%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.2x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

65out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 65 | National average: 60

Education

Largest Cities in New Jersey

#CityPopulationMedian IncomePoverty
1Newark city307,188$48,41624.7%
2Jersey City city289,691$94,81315.6%
3Paterson city157,660$53,76623.6%
4Elizabeth city135,887$63,87415.3%
5Toms River CDP93,915$95,7596.3%
6Trenton city89,966$47,10224.7%
7Clifton city89,247$99,0037.4%
8Camden city71,471$40,45028.5%
9Bayonne city70,468$81,28514.4%
10Lakewood CDP69,884$57,57629.3%

Richest Cities in New Jersey

#CityMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+
1Short Hills CDP$250,001$1,621,20090.0%
2Upper Montclair CDP$250,001$968,20085.5%
3Chatham borough$250,001$944,30084.7%
4Rumson borough$250,001$1,609,40077.7%
5Mountain Lakes borough$250,001$915,10084.4%
6Ho-Ho-Kus borough$250,001$1,032,80081.0%
7Essex Fells borough$250,001$976,30081.5%
8Alpine borough$250,001$2,000,00180.8%
9Brookside CDP$250,001$892,50072.7%
10Blackwells Mills CDP$248,149$736,00077.7%

Most Affordable Cities in New Jersey

By home-value-to-income ratio (lower = more affordable). Min. population 1,000.

#CityRatioHome ValueIncome
1Cedar Glen West CDP1.0x$67,400$66,313
2Salem city1.7x$69,300$40,650
3Country Lake Estates CDP1.8x$226,000$124,636
4Woodlynne borough1.8x$129,900$71,635
5Woodbury Heights borough2.0x$260,000$130,101
6Centre Grove CDP2.0x$209,300$104,028
7Alloway CDP2.0x$282,500$138,260
8Beverly city2.0x$190,100$92,807
9Laurel Springs borough2.1x$254,600$120,795
10Malaga CDP2.1x$228,500$107,875

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All Counties in New Jersey (21)

21 results
City ↕Population ↓Median Income ↕Poverty ↕Home Value ↕
Bergen County954,717$123,7156.7%$593,200
Middlesex County861,535$109,0288.5%$439,300
Essex County854,130$76,71215.0%$494,400
Hudson County710,478$90,03214.8%$508,600
Ocean County646,434$86,41110.4%$366,600
Monmouth County643,615$122,7276.4%$566,500
Union County572,549$100,1178.9%$488,800
Camden County524,042$86,38412.2%$262,200
Passaic County518,289$87,13713.7%$439,400
Morris County510,375$134,9295.1%$557,000
Burlington County464,226$105,2716.8%$326,700
Mercer County383,286$96,33311.1%$351,000
Somerset County346,203$135,9605.5%$523,900
Gloucester County304,504$102,8077.6%$283,500
Atlantic County274,704$76,81913.1%$272,700
Cumberland County152,915$64,49916.3%$205,600
Sussex County145,117$114,3165.4%$342,800
Hunterdon County129,448$139,4533.9%$498,800
Warren County110,238$99,5968.1%$323,100
Cape May County95,236$88,0468.7%$395,000
Salem County64,973$78,41212.8%$223,000

All Cities & Places in New Jersey (700)

700 results
City ↕Population ↓Median Income ↕Poverty ↕Home Value ↕
Newark city307,188$48,41624.7%$337,800
Jersey City city289,691$94,81315.6%$534,500
Paterson city157,660$53,76623.6%$335,400
Elizabeth city135,887$63,87415.3%$393,500
Toms River CDP93,915$95,7596.3%$377,800
Trenton city89,966$47,10224.7%$122,500
Clifton city89,247$99,0037.4%$444,300
Camden city71,471$40,45028.5%$100,400
Bayonne city70,468$81,28514.4%$446,100
Lakewood CDP69,884$57,57629.3%$618,400
Passaic city69,651$56,78023.1%$406,500
East Orange city69,183$59,87217.6%$315,500
Union City city66,375$65,36921.3%$446,800
Vineland city60,692$65,85413.9%$218,200
Hoboken city58,340$176,9437.1%$872,100
New Brunswick city55,744$60,24831.6%$316,800
Perth Amboy city55,278$58,49020.0%$339,200
Plainfield city54,515$80,33417.1%$383,300
West New York town51,683$67,13921.4%$410,200
Hackensack city45,768$82,21211.3%$370,300
Sayreville borough45,237$98,6296.0%$407,600
Sicklerville CDP44,500$102,8819.4%$256,600
Linden city43,614$91,0369.0%$387,200
Kearny town40,570$83,21212.5%$431,700
Fort Lee borough39,818$105,5358.4%$422,200
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Population Overview

New Jersey has a total population of 9,267,014, making it a mid-sized state in the nation. The median age is 40.1 years, 4% higher the national median of 38.7 years.

Age Demographics

The median age in New Jersey is 40.1 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in New Jersey is $101,050. This is 29% higher than the state median of $78,538. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 29% higher. The poverty rate stands at 9.8%. This is 21% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 6.2%. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 5.2%. The median home value is $427,600. Housing costs are 41% higher than the state median of $303,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 63.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 65.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in New Jersey is White (non-Hispanic), making up 51.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 21.9%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (9.8% vs 5.8%).

Education

42.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% higher than the state rate of 35.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.7%. Notably, 17.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of New Jersey?

New Jersey has a total population of 9,267,014 according to the U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median income in New Jersey?

The median household income in New Jersey is $101,050, which is 29% higher the national median of $78,538.

How many cities are in New Jersey?

New Jersey has 700 Census-designated places (cities, towns, and CDPs) and 21 counties.

What is the poverty rate in New Jersey?

The poverty rate in New Jersey is 9.8%, compared to the national average of 12.4%.

What is the largest city in New Jersey?

The largest city in New Jersey is Newark city with a population of 307,188.