Cumberland County, New Jersey Demographics 2026
Cumberland County, New Jersey has a population of 153,305, the 16th most populous county in New Jersey. The median household income is $67,436 and the median home value is $221,400. The poverty rate is 15.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Cumberland County Quick Facts
How Cumberland County 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 | 152,915 | 153,305 | +0.3% |
| Median household income | $64,499 | $67,436 | +4.6% |
| Median home value | $205,600 | $221,400 | +7.7% |
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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 66 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Cumberland County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vineland | 61,006 | $67,860 | 14.6% | $240,700 |
| Millville | 27,511 | $70,275 | 12.5% | $219,000 |
| Bridgeton | 27,001 | $55,781 | 27.2% | $145,500 |
| Laurel Lake | 2,641 | $55,574 | 22.8% | $156,800 |
| Silver Lake (Cumberland County) | 2,011 | $111,139 | 8.3% | $374,500 |
| Port Norris | 1,612 | N/A | 17.5% | $118,700 |
| Gouldtown | 1,546 | $55,789 | 9.1% | $184,800 |
| Seabrook Farms | 1,448 | $46,541 | 15.3% | $210,400 |
| Centre Grove | 1,339 | $74,813 | 5.6% | $227,300 |
| Rosenhayn | 1,308 | $64,760 | 8.9% | $226,400 |
| Sunset Lake | 1,194 | $78,555 | 16.9% | $317,900 |
| West Park | 1,079 | $72,813 | 13.3% | $217,800 |
| Fairton | 930 | $57,778 | 19.8% | $162,500 |
| Carlls Corner | 868 | $78,256 | 8.8% | $205,400 |
| Cedarville | 661 | $69,167 | 3.6% | $174,500 |
| Dividing Creek | 652 | $63,194 | 10.6% | $175,000 |
| Newport | 533 | $76,500 | 19.5% | $219,700 |
| Laurel Heights | 474 | $82,643 | 16.0% | $224,400 |
| Leesburg | 431 | $58,750 | 25.3% | $187,500 |
| Mauricetown | 365 | $65,810 | 9.0% | $173,300 |
| Deerfield Street | 322 | $102,159 | 32.9% | $162,800 |
| Port Elizabeth | 261 | N/A | 0.0% | $247,900 |
| Shiloh | 228 | $70,625 | 0.0% | $244,000 |
| Delmont | 223 | $170,337 | 4.5% | $228,900 |
| Lakeside-Beebe Run | 222 | N/A | 0.0% | $198,700 |
| Roadstown | 201 | $140,500 | 6.5% | $218,800 |
| Heislerville | 198 | $89,800 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Greenwich (Cumberland County) | 175 | $125,000 | 0.0% | $245,500 |
| Dorchester | 137 | $79,306 | 27.0% | $160,600 |
| Othello | 132 | N/A | 6.1% | $270,500 |
| Fortescue | 120 | N/A | 0.0% | $167,900 |
| Arrowhead Lake | 101 | N/A | 19.8% | $190,900 |
| Dutch Neck | 96 | $78,750 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Cumberland-Hesstown | 90 | $71,944 | 0.0% | $200,000 |
| Seeley | 85 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Marlboro | 76 | $106,750 | 6.6% | $225,000 |
| Sheppards Mill | 61 | $68,594 | 3.3% | $233,000 |
| Gandys Beach | 43 | $78,958 | 20.9% | $222,000 |
| Money Island | 25 | N/A | 44.0% | $425,000 |
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Population Overview
Cumberland County is located in New Jersey with a total population of 153,305. It is the 16th most populous county out of 21 in New Jersey. The county encompasses 39 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Cumberland County is 37.7 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 40.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Cumberland County is $67,436. This is 35% lower than the state median of $103,556. It is also 16% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.6%. This is 60% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.7%. The unemployment rate is 6.8%. This is 7% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $221,400. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $454,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 66.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 63.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Cumberland County is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 35.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (35.8% vs 22.5%). The Asian population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 10.1%.
Education
18.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 57% lower than the state rate of 43.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 81.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Cumberland County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against New Jersey and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Cumberland County, New Jersey?
Cumberland County has a population of 153,305, making it the 16th most populous county in New Jersey.
What is the median income in Cumberland County?
The median household income in Cumberland County is $67,436 with a poverty rate of 15.6%.
How many cities are in Cumberland County, New Jersey?
Cumberland County contains 39 Census-designated places.