Harrington Park, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Harrington Park, New Jersey Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Harrington Park, New Jersey had a total population of 4,954, the 299th largest borough in New Jersey, with a median household income of $180,500, which is 74% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.8%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 74% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New Jersey.
73.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New Jersey.

Harrington Park Quick Facts

Population 4,954

Median Household Income $180,500

Median Home Value $776,900

Poverty Rate 6.8%

Unemployment Rate 3.3%

Median Age 46.9 years

Homeownership Rate 92.3%

Affordability Ratio 4.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 73.1%

High School Graduation Rate 97.7%

Diversity Index 48/100

Population 4,954 299th of 700

Median Income $180,500 top 20%

Poverty Rate 6.8% 45% lower than national

Median Home Value $776,900 top 20%

How Harrington 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	4,883	4,954	+1.5%
Median household income	$180,515	$180,500	-0.0%
Median home value	$709,200	$776,900	+9.5%

How Harrington Park Compares

Median Household Income

Harrington Park

$180,500

$103,556

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Harrington Park

$776,900

$454,400

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.7%

$25K-$50K 4.2%

$50K-$100K 15.2%

$100K+ 67.9%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.2%

$10K-$15K

0.0%

$15K-$20K

2.8%

$20K-$25K

7.7%

$25K-$30K

2.1%

$30K-$35K

0.7%

$35K-$40K

0.6%

$40K-$45K

0.0%

$45K-$50K

0.7%

$50K-$60K

2.5%

$60K-$75K

4.5%

$75K-$100K

8.1%

$100K-$125K

2.3%

$125K-$150K

5.1%

$150K-$200K

17.6%

$200K+

42.9%

Employment

3.3% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%

63.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 92.3%

Renter 7.8%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.3x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,414/mo 9.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.7%

18-34

14.0%

35-54

24.8%

55-74

24.9%

75+

13.5%

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+)

Harrington Park Rankings in New Jersey

#299 Population of 700

#79 Median Income of 662

#63 Education of 699

#92 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 Harrington Park

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Brielle	4,956	$172,250	$849,100	66.8%	1.3%
Cedar Knolls	4,882	$170,400	$646,700	54.9%	2.2%
East Freehold	5,096	$189,219	$645,900	62.5%	4.7%
Troy Hills	5,179	$183,707	$650,500	63.5%	6.0%
Demarest	4,911	$208,036	$1,114,600	75.9%	1.1%

Population Overview

Harrington Park is a small community located in New Jersey, within Bergen County. The total population is 4,954. It ranks as the 299th most populous out of 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey.

Age Demographics

The median age in Harrington Park is 46.9 years. This is 17% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. 13.5% 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 Harrington Park is $180,500. This is 74% higher than the state median of $103,556. It is also 124% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.8%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.7%. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $776,900. Housing costs are 71% higher than the state median of $454,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 92.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Harrington Park is White (non-Hispanic), making up 68.5% of the population. Asian residents account for 21.7%. The Black or African American population (0.0%) is well below the state average of 12.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (6.7%) is well below the state average of 22.5%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (21.7% vs 10.1%).

Education

73.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Harrington Park in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 67% 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, 23.5% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Harrington 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 Harrington Park, New Jersey?

Harrington Park, New Jersey has a population of 4,954 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Harrington Park, NJ?

The median household income in Harrington Park is $180,500, which is 124% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Harrington Park, NJ?

The poverty rate in Harrington Park is 6.8%. This means approximately 338 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Harrington Park, New Jersey?

Harrington Park's population is 68.5% White, 0.0% Black, 6.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 21.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Harrington Park, NJ?

The median home value in Harrington Park is $776,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

How educated is Harrington Park, New Jersey?

73.1% of adults (25+) in Harrington Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 23.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.