Essex Fells, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Essex Fells, New Jersey Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Essex Fells, New Jersey had a total population of 2,361, the 432nd largest borough in New Jersey, with a median household income of $250,000+, which is 141% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.9%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 141% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New Jersey.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 0.9% — among the lowest in New Jersey.
81.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New Jersey.

Essex Fells Quick Facts

Population 2,361

Median Household Income $250,000+

Median Home Value $1,083,000

Poverty Rate 0.9%

Unemployment Rate 5.5%

Median Age 43.7 years

Homeownership Rate 96.4%

Affordability Ratio 4.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 81.3%

High School Graduation Rate 97.7%

Diversity Index 41/100

Population 2,361 432nd of 700

Median Income $250,000+ top 10%

Poverty Rate 0.9% 93% lower than national

Median Home Value $1,083,000 top 10%

How Essex Fells 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	2,320	2,361	+1.8%
Median household income	$250,000+	$250,000+	+0.0%
Median home value	$976,300	$1,083,000	+10.9%

How Essex Fells Compares

Median Household Income

Essex Fells

$250,001

$103,556

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Essex Fells

$1,083,000

$454,400

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 3.1%

$25K-$50K 6.1%

$50K-$100K 6.9%

$100K+ 83.9%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

0.5%

$10K-$15K

0.3%

$15K-$20K

1.9%

$20K-$25K

0.4%

$25K-$30K

1.9%

$30K-$35K

0.4%

$35K-$40K

0.4%

$40K-$45K

2.1%

$45K-$50K

1.3%

$50K-$60K

0.8%

$60K-$75K

1.7%

$75K-$100K

4.4%

$100K-$125K

4.4%

$125K-$150K

4.4%

$150K-$200K

9.8%

$200K+

65.3%

Employment

5.5% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%

64.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 96.4%

Renter 3.6%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.3x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $3,501/mo 16.8% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

32.5%

18-34

8.3%

35-54

28.9%

55-74

22.7%

75+

7.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 66 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Essex Fells Rankings in New Jersey

#432 Population of 700

#1 Median Income of 662

#24 Education of 699

#32 Home Value of 678

Explore New Jersey Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Other Cities in Essex County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Newark	310,178	$52,060	23.4%	$373,700
East Orange	70,090	$60,830	16.4%	$365,900
Short Hills	14,923	$250,000+	2.3%	$1,674,100
Upper Montclair	12,457	$250,000+	1.9%	$989,000
Brookdale	9,960	$161,779	3.8%	$573,500
Caldwell	9,003	$96,824	8.0%	$575,400
Watsessing	8,232	$103,378	7.5%	$435,400
Glen Ridge	7,943	$250,000+	1.1%	$836,600
North Caldwell	6,656	$208,245	1.7%	$904,500
Roseland	6,268	$164,458	2.5%	$665,700

Cities Similar to Essex Fells

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Liberty Corner	2,325	$241,480	$1,187,500	69.8%	2.0%
Keasbey	2,252	N/A	$278,800	17.3%	31.1%
Stockton University	2,621	N/A	N/A	63.5%	N/A
Cranbury	2,185	$224,200	$804,800	70.5%	2.8%
Forsgate	2,102	$239,097	$692,800	77.9%	3.6%

Population Overview

Essex Fells is a small community located in New Jersey, within Essex County. The total population is 2,361. It ranks as the 432nd most populous out of 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey.

Age Demographics

The median age in Essex Fells is 43.7 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. With 32.5% of the population under 18, Essex Fells has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Essex Fells is $250,000+. This is 141% higher than the state median of $103,556. It is also 210% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 0.9%. This is 91% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.7%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $1,083,000. Housing costs are 138% higher than the state median of $454,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 96.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 51% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Essex Fells is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 11.1%. The Black or African American population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 12.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (11.1%) is well below the state average of 22.5%.

Education

81.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Essex Fells in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 86% 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 97.7%. Notably, 40.6% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Essex Fells, 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 Essex Fells, New Jersey?

Essex Fells, New Jersey has a population of 2,361 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Essex Fells, NJ?

The median household income in Essex Fells is $250,000+, which is 210% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Essex Fells, NJ?

The poverty rate in Essex Fells is 0.9%. This means approximately 21 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Essex Fells, New Jersey?

Essex Fells's population is 75.8% White, 3.1% Black, 11.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Essex Fells, NJ?

The median home value in Essex Fells is $1,083,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

How educated is Essex Fells, New Jersey?

81.3% of adults (25+) in Essex Fells hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 40.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.