Fairton, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Fairton, New Jersey Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fairton, New Jersey had a total population of 930, the 560th largest community in New Jersey, with a median household income of $57,778, which is 44% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.8%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 44% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 9.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Unemployment rate of 13.4% is notably above the national average.

Fairton Quick Facts

Population 930

Median Household Income $57,778

Median Home Value $162,500

Poverty Rate 19.8%

Unemployment Rate 13.4%

Median Age 33.2 years

Homeownership Rate 71.3%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 9.7%

High School Graduation Rate 87.0%

Diversity Index 67/100

Population 930 560th of 700

Median Income $57,778 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 19.8% 59% higher than national

Median Home Value $162,500 bottom 10%

How Fairton 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	918	930	+1.3%
Median household income	$62,250	$57,778	-7.2%
Median home value	$171,300	$162,500	-5.1%

How Fairton Compares

Median Household Income

Fairton

$57,778

$103,556

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Fairton

$162,500

$454,400

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 31.2%

$25K-$50K 15.0%

$50K-$100K 31.0%

$100K+ 22.8%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

6.9%

$10K-$15K

8.9%

$15K-$20K

13.2%

$20K-$25K

2.3%

$25K-$30K

4.8%

$30K-$35K

3.3%

$35K-$40K

3.3%

$40K-$45K

2.0%

$45K-$50K

1.5%

$50K-$60K

5.8%

$60K-$75K

13.2%

$75K-$100K

11.9%

$100K-$125K

7.9%

$125K-$150K

8.1%

$150K-$200K

3.5%

$200K+

3.3%

Employment

13.4% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%

64.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 71.3%

Renter 28.7%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,629/mo 33.8% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.0%

18-34

33.3%

35-54

16.6%

55-74

23.3%

75+

8.8%

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+)

Fairton Rankings in New Jersey

#560 Population of 700

#625 Median Income of 662

#688 Education of 699

#661 Home Value of 678

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Other Cities 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

Cities Similar to Fairton

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Audubon Park	1,001	$56,619	$112,500	13.1%	12.4%
Hampton	1,020	$67,222	$336,500	33.1%	12.3%
Port Morris	858	$69,067	$410,100	16.2%	0.9%
Ringoes	934	$84,545	$396,700	34.6%	2.1%
William Paterson University of New Jersey	1,133	N/A	N/A	81.1%	N/A

A note before these figures: with a population of 930, Fairton's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.

Population Overview

Fairton is a small community located in New Jersey, within Cumberland County. The total population is 930. It ranks as the 560th most populous out of 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey.

Age Demographics

The median age in Fairton is 33.2 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Fairton is $57,778. This is 44% lower than the state median of $103,556. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.8%. This is 104% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.7%. The unemployment rate is 13.4%. This is 112% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $162,500. Housing costs are 64% lower than the state median of $454,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Fairton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Fairton is White (non-Hispanic), making up 51.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 22.1%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (22.1% vs 12.2%). The Hispanic or Latino population (10.0%) is well below the state average of 22.5%.

Education

9.7% 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 78% 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 87.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Fairton, 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 Fairton, New Jersey?

Fairton, New Jersey has a population of 930 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Fairton, NJ?

The median household income in Fairton is $57,778, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Fairton, NJ?

The poverty rate in Fairton is 19.8%. This means approximately 181 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Fairton, New Jersey?

Fairton's population is 51.0% White, 22.1% Black, 10.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Fairton, NJ?

The median home value in Fairton is $162,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Fairton, New Jersey?

9.7% of adults (25+) in Fairton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.