Lake Hopatcong CDP, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lake Hopatcong CDP, New Jersey Demographics
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As of 2026, Lake Hopatcong CDP, New Jersey has a total population of 10,383, the 146th largest city in New Jersey, with a median household income of $111,614, which is 10% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.6%.

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.6% — among the lowest in New Jersey.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.5%.

Lake Hopatcong CDP Quick Facts

Population 10,383

Median Household Income $111,614

Median Home Value $388,300

Poverty Rate 3.6%

Unemployment Rate 2.5%

Median Age 46.5 years

Homeownership Rate 93.4%

Affordability Ratio 3.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 43.0%

High School Graduation Rate 95.4%

Diversity Index 44/100

Population 10,383 146th of 700

Median Income $111,614 average

Poverty Rate 3.6% 71% lower national

Median Home Value $388,300 average

How Lake Hopatcong CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Lake Hopatcong CDP

$111,614

$101,050

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Lake Hopatcong CDP

$388,300

$427,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 5.3%

$25K-$50K 6.2%

$50K-$100K 31.1%

$100K+ 57.4%

Employment

2.5% Unemployment Rate State: 6.2% | National: 5.2%

67.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 93.4%

Renter 6.6%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.4%

18-34

17.6%

35-54

25.3%

55-74

28.7%

75+

9.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 65 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Lake Hopatcong CDP Rankings in New Jersey

#146 Population of 700

#293 Median Income of 700

#349 Education of 700

#350 Home Value of 700

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Cities Similar to Lake Hopatcong CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Budd Lake CDP	10,106	$113,036	$437,200	47.9%	5.7%
East Franklin CDP	10,281	$105,363	$366,900	24.8%	8.6%
Pompton Plains CDP	10,766	$113,661	$488,200	48.6%	7.0%
Lake Hiawatha CDP	10,406	$101,500	$402,500	51.0%	2.7%
Totowa borough	10,919	$114,177	$507,700	37.9%	3.8%

Population Overview

Lake Hopatcong CDP is a small city located in New Jersey. The total population is 10,383. It ranks as the 146th most populous out of 700 cities and towns in New Jersey.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lake Hopatcong CDP is 46.5 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lake Hopatcong CDP is $111,614. This is 10% higher than the state median of $101,050. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 42% higher. The poverty rate stands at 3.6%. This is 64% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.8%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 60% lower than the state rate of 6.2%. The median home value is $388,300. Housing costs are 9% lower than the state median of $427,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 93.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 47% higher than the state average of 63.7%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Lake Hopatcong CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 11.5%.

Education

43.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about average than the state rate of 42.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lake Hopatcong CDP, New Jersey is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Lake Hopatcong CDP, New Jersey?

Lake Hopatcong CDP, New Jersey has a population of 10,383 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lake Hopatcong CDP, NJ?

The median household income in Lake Hopatcong CDP is $111,614, which is 42% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Lake Hopatcong CDP, NJ?

The poverty rate in Lake Hopatcong CDP is 3.6%. This means approximately 364 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lake Hopatcong CDP, New Jersey?

Lake Hopatcong CDP's population is 73.2% White, 6.2% Black, 11.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lake Hopatcong CDP, NJ?

The median home value in Lake Hopatcong CDP is $388,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Lake Hopatcong CDP, New Jersey?

43.0% of adults (25+) in Lake Hopatcong CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.