Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey had a total population of 5,362, the 283rd largest borough in New Jersey, with a median household income of $230,611, which is 123% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.3%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 123% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New Jersey.
74.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New Jersey.

Englewood Cliffs Quick Facts

Population 5,362

Median Household Income $230,611

Median Home Value $1,401,600

Poverty Rate 5.3%

Unemployment Rate 4.8%

Median Age 49.8 years

Homeownership Rate 83.5%

Affordability Ratio 6.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 74.7%

High School Graduation Rate 95.5%

Diversity Index 59/100

Population 5,362 283rd of 700

Median Income $230,611 top 10%

Poverty Rate 5.3% 58% lower than national

Median Home Value $1,401,600 top 10%

How Englewood Cliffs 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	5,330	5,362	+0.6%
Median household income	$222,192	$230,611	+3.8%
Median home value	$1,232,700	$1,401,600	+13.7%

How Englewood Cliffs Compares

Median Household Income

Englewood Cliffs

$230,611

$103,556

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Englewood Cliffs

$1,401,600

$454,400

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 4.6%

$25K-$50K 9.2%

$50K-$100K 13.3%

$100K+ 72.9%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.4%

$10K-$15K

1.0%

$15K-$20K

0.4%

$20K-$25K

0.8%

$25K-$30K

1.8%

$30K-$35K

2.7%

$35K-$40K

0.4%

$40K-$45K

0.5%

$45K-$50K

3.7%

$50K-$60K

2.5%

$60K-$75K

6.0%

$75K-$100K

4.8%

$100K-$125K

4.1%

$125K-$150K

4.5%

$150K-$200K

7.4%

$200K+

57.0%

Employment

4.8% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%

64.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 83.5%

Renter 16.5%

Affordability Index Expensive

6.1x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $3,501/mo 18.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.0%

18-34

9.3%

35-54

28.2%

55-74

29.8%

75+

11.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

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

State average: 66 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Englewood Cliffs Rankings in New Jersey

#283 Population of 700

#28 Median Income of 662

#50 Education of 699

#16 Home Value of 678

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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 Englewood Cliffs

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Neshanic Station	5,640	$221,395	$770,300	78.3%	0.2%
Lyons	5,187	$250,000+	$1,037,400	71.0%	1.9%
Rutgers University-Busch Campus	5,920	N/A	N/A	87.7%	0.0%
Towaco	5,612	$205,636	$701,300	73.3%	2.5%
Mendham	4,973	$211,944	$819,800	80.7%	3.5%

Population Overview

Englewood Cliffs is a small city located in New Jersey, within Bergen County. The total population is 5,362. It ranks as the 283rd most populous out of 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey.

Age Demographics

The median age in Englewood Cliffs is 49.8 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. 11.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Englewood Cliffs is $230,611. This is 123% higher than the state median of $103,556. It is also 186% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.3%. This is 46% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.7%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 24% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $1,401,600. Housing costs are 208% higher than the state median of $454,400. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.1x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 83.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 31% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Englewood Cliffs is Asian, making up 47.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 42.2%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 12.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.4%) is well below the state average of 22.5%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (47.3% vs 10.1%).

Education

74.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Englewood Cliffs in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 71% higher 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 95.5%. Notably, 41.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Englewood Cliffs, 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 Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey?

Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey has a population of 5,362 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Englewood Cliffs, NJ?

The median household income in Englewood Cliffs is $230,611, which is 186% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Englewood Cliffs, NJ?

The poverty rate in Englewood Cliffs is 5.3%. This means approximately 281 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey?

Englewood Cliffs's population is 42.2% White, 1.2% Black, 5.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 47.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Englewood Cliffs, NJ?

The median home value in Englewood Cliffs is $1,401,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.1x.

How educated is Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey?

74.7% of adults (25+) in Englewood Cliffs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 41.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.