Alloway, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Alloway, New Jersey had a total population of 1,455, the 515th largest community in New Jersey, with a median household income of $140,962, which is 36% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 36% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New Jersey.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
Alloway Quick Facts
How Alloway Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,473 | 1,455 | -1.2% |
| Median household income | $138,260 | $140,962 | +2.0% |
| Median home value | $282,500 | $304,700 | +7.9% |
How Alloway Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 66 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Alloway Rankings in New Jersey
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Other Cities in Salem County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsville | 12,233 | $76,032 | 12.5% | $207,600 |
| Carneys Point | 8,050 | $77,273 | 11.4% | $193,300 |
| Salem | 5,322 | $38,721 | 24.8% | $79,800 |
| Penns Grove | 4,882 | $45,781 | 44.1% | $178,200 |
| Woodstown | 3,715 | $98,828 | 9.2% | $239,200 |
| Olivet | 1,573 | $128,849 | 4.6% | $340,700 |
| Elmer | 1,176 | $95,357 | 9.8% | $227,300 |
| Auburn | 1,100 | $222,212 | 1.2% | $460,300 |
| Quinton | 432 | $90,625 | 3.5% | $193,800 |
| Pedricktown | 424 | $90,417 | 4.3% | $193,900 |
Cities Similar to Alloway
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon | 1,488 | $139,167 | $1,959,000 | 70.6% | 4.8% |
| Kean University | 1,362 | N/A | N/A | 33.3% | N/A |
| Newfoundland | 1,361 | $138,385 | $434,600 | 31.7% | 0.5% |
| Beesleys Point | 1,335 | N/A | $339,800 | 57.7% | 2.0% |
| Port Norris | 1,612 | N/A | $118,700 | 2.3% | 17.5% |
Population Overview
Alloway is a small community located in New Jersey, within Salem County. The total population is 1,455. It ranks as the 515th most populous out of 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey.
Age Demographics
The median age in Alloway is 49.8 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Alloway is $140,962. This is 36% higher than the state median of $103,556. It is also 75% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Alloway. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Alloway, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $304,700. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $454,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Alloway is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 91.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 63.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Alloway is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (83.6% vs 50.9%). The Black or African American population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 12.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (10.2%) is well below the state average of 22.5%.
Education
28.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 43.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Alloway, New Jersey is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against New Jersey state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Alloway, New Jersey?
Alloway, New Jersey has a population of 1,455 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Alloway, NJ?
The median household income in Alloway is $140,962, which is 75% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Alloway, NJ?
The ACS sample for Alloway recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Alloway, New Jersey?
Alloway's population is 83.6% White, 1.8% Black, 10.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Alloway, NJ?
The median home value in Alloway is $304,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Alloway, New Jersey?
28.5% of adults (25+) in Alloway hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.