Elmwood Park, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Elmwood Park, New Jersey had a total population of 21,412, the 52nd largest borough in New Jersey, with a median household income of $101,740, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Elmwood Park Quick Facts
How Elmwood Park 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 | 21,287 | 21,412 | +0.6% |
| Median household income | $100,852 | $101,740 | +0.9% |
| Median home value | $456,000 | $483,700 | +6.1% |
How Elmwood Park 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 66 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Elmwood Park Rankings in New Jersey
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Other Cities in Bergen County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hackensack | 46,057 | $84,277 | 12.1% | $393,700 |
| Fort Lee | 40,067 | $107,274 | 7.8% | $448,000 |
| Fair Lawn | 35,610 | $144,574 | 6.1% | $564,700 |
| Garfield | 32,783 | $79,700 | 13.4% | $475,500 |
| Englewood | 29,638 | $102,571 | 9.2% | $544,100 |
| Bergenfield | 28,450 | $130,045 | 7.1% | $491,500 |
| Paramus | 26,568 | $144,349 | 4.7% | $813,900 |
| Ridgewood | 26,308 | $208,211 | 4.2% | $891,200 |
| Lodi | 26,082 | $89,305 | 15.4% | $475,000 |
| Cliffside Park | 25,781 | $93,452 | 10.8% | $588,200 |
Cities Similar to Elmwood Park
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parsippany | 21,345 | $99,405 | $555,400 | 59.8% | 6.7% |
| Woodbridge | 20,756 | $104,926 | $390,000 | 36.2% | 11.1% |
| Palisades Park | 20,290 | $94,743 | $719,600 | 51.0% | 9.4% |
| Harrison | 20,369 | $93,013 | $505,800 | 50.7% | 11.8% |
| Roselle | 22,646 | $92,762 | $379,900 | 27.1% | 9.5% |
Population Overview
Elmwood Park is a small city located in New Jersey, within Bergen County. The total population is 21,412. It ranks as the 52nd most populous out of 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey.
Age Demographics
The median age in Elmwood Park is 39.9 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Elmwood Park is $101,740. This is 2% lower than the state median of $103,556. It is also 26% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.6%. This is 20% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.7%. The unemployment rate is 7.4%. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $483,700. Housing costs are 6% higher than the state median of $454,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x. 57.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% lower than the state average of 63.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Elmwood Park is White (non-Hispanic), making up 48.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 29.5%.
Education
35.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 20% 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 90.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, New Jersey?
Elmwood Park, New Jersey has a population of 21,412 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Elmwood Park, NJ?
The median household income in Elmwood Park is $101,740, which is 26% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Elmwood Park, NJ?
The poverty rate in Elmwood Park is 11.6%. This means approximately 2,485 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Elmwood Park, New Jersey?
Elmwood Park's population is 48.5% White, 10.3% Black, 29.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 9.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Elmwood Park, NJ?
The median home value in Elmwood Park is $483,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x.
How educated is Elmwood Park, New Jersey?
35.1% of adults (25+) in Elmwood Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.