Hillsdale, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Hillsdale, New Jersey Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
License: https://www.census.gov/data/developers/about/terms-of-service.html

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hillsdale, New Jersey had a total population of 10,144, the 153rd largest borough in New Jersey, with a median household income of $186,688, which is 80% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.2%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 80% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New Jersey.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.2% — among the lowest in New Jersey.

Hillsdale Quick Facts

Population 10,144

Median Household Income $186,688

Median Home Value $677,500

Poverty Rate 2.2%

Unemployment Rate 3.4%

Median Age 42.7 years

Homeownership Rate 92.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 63.3%

High School Graduation Rate 96.7%

Diversity Index 36/100

Population 10,144 153rd of 700

Median Income $186,688 top 20%

Poverty Rate 2.2% 82% lower than national

Median Home Value $677,500 top 20%

How Hillsdale 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	10,086	10,144	+0.6%
Median household income	$169,862	$186,688	+9.9%
Median home value	$656,800	$677,500	+3.2%

How Hillsdale Compares

Median Household Income

Hillsdale

$186,688

$103,556

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Hillsdale

$677,500

$454,400

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 4.3%

$25K-$50K 4.1%

$50K-$100K 13.9%

$100K+ 77.7%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.4%

$10K-$15K

0.5%

$15K-$20K

0.6%

$20K-$25K

0.8%

$25K-$30K

1.9%

$30K-$35K

0.0%

$35K-$40K

0.7%

$40K-$45K

1.4%

$45K-$50K

0.2%

$50K-$60K

2.4%

$60K-$75K

5.6%

$75K-$100K

5.9%

$100K-$125K

9.8%

$125K-$150K

8.9%

$150K-$200K

13.7%

$200K+

45.3%

Employment

3.4% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%

70.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 92.8%

Renter 7.2%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.6x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,764/mo 11.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.9%

18-34

18.5%

35-54

25.5%

55-74

26.9%

75+

8.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 66 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Hillsdale Rankings in New Jersey

#153 Population of 700

#71 Median Income of 662

#141 Education of 699

#132 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 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 Hillsdale

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Kinnelon	10,013	$187,438	$706,400	65.4%	2.0%
Waldwick	10,164	$177,962	$588,500	59.5%	1.5%
Kendall Park	10,011	$165,958	$590,300	61.1%	4.2%
Brookdale	9,960	$161,779	$573,500	62.5%	3.8%
Succasunna	9,799	$161,712	$529,100	49.7%	2.2%

Population Overview

Hillsdale is a small city located in New Jersey, within Bergen County. The total population is 10,144. It ranks as the 153rd most populous out of 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hillsdale is 42.7 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hillsdale is $186,688. This is 80% higher than the state median of $103,556. It is also 131% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.2%. This is 78% 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 3.4%. This is 47% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $677,500. Housing costs are 49% higher than the state median of $454,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 92.8% 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 Hillsdale is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (78.8% vs 50.9%). The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 12.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (9.8%) is well below the state average of 22.5%.

Education

63.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% 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 96.7%. Notably, 27.5% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hillsdale, 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.

Free data download: Get all New Jersey city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Hillsdale, New Jersey?

Hillsdale, New Jersey has a population of 10,144 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hillsdale, NJ?

The median household income in Hillsdale is $186,688, which is 131% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Hillsdale, NJ?

The poverty rate in Hillsdale is 2.2%. This means approximately 221 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hillsdale, New Jersey?

Hillsdale's population is 78.8% White, 0.6% Black, 9.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 7.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hillsdale, NJ?

The median home value in Hillsdale is $677,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

How educated is Hillsdale, New Jersey?

63.3% of adults (25+) in Hillsdale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 27.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.