Laurel Lake, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Laurel Lake, New Jersey Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Laurel Lake, New Jersey had a total population of 2,641, the 410th largest community in New Jersey, with a median household income of $55,574, which is 46% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 22.8%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 46% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 6.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.

Laurel Lake Quick Facts

Population 2,641

Median Household Income $55,574

Median Home Value $156,800

Poverty Rate 22.8%

Unemployment Rate 6.9%

Median Age 41.8 years

Homeownership Rate 72.8%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 6.0%

High School Graduation Rate 93.9%

Diversity Index 32/100

Population 2,641 410th of 700

Median Income $55,574 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 22.8% 83% higher than national

Median Home Value $156,800 bottom 10%

How Laurel Lake 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	2,514	2,641	+5.1%
Median household income	$51,633	$55,574	+7.6%
Median home value	$138,100	$156,800	+13.5%

How Laurel Lake Compares

Median Household Income

Laurel Lake

$55,574

$103,556

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Laurel Lake

$156,800

$454,400

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.1%

$25K-$50K 22.6%

$50K-$100K 45.5%

$100K+ 16.8%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.9%

$10K-$15K

4.4%

$15K-$20K

3.5%

$20K-$25K

3.2%

$25K-$30K

6.7%

$30K-$35K

0.0%

$35K-$40K

7.6%

$40K-$45K

5.5%

$45K-$50K

2.7%

$50K-$60K

20.2%

$60K-$75K

9.9%

$75K-$100K

15.4%

$100K-$125K

7.1%

$125K-$150K

7.4%

$150K-$200K

1.3%

$200K+

1.1%

Employment

6.9% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%

57.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.8%

Renter 27.2%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,200/mo 25.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.5%

18-34

22.8%

35-54

24.3%

55-74

25.9%

75+

6.5%

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+)

Laurel Lake Rankings in New Jersey

#410 Population of 700

#633 Median Income of 662

#692 Education of 699

#666 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
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
Sunset Lake	1,194	$78,555	16.9%	$317,900

Cities Similar to Laurel Lake

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Stockton University	2,621	N/A	N/A	63.5%	N/A
Concordia	2,611	$62,206	$327,500	34.6%	6.8%
Montclair State University	2,853	N/A	N/A	71.8%	N/A
Pine Ridge at Crestwood	2,719	$62,235	$135,900	10.3%	8.8%
Leisure Knoll	2,668	$64,718	$313,700	23.9%	10.7%

Population Overview

Laurel Lake is a small community located in New Jersey, within Cumberland County. The total population is 2,641. It ranks as the 410th most populous out of 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey.

Age Demographics

The median age in Laurel Lake is 41.8 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Laurel Lake is $55,574. This is 46% lower than the state median of $103,556. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 22.8%. This is 134% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.7%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 6.9%. This is 9% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $156,800. Housing costs are 65% lower than the state median of $454,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Laurel Lake is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Laurel Lake is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (81.8% vs 50.9%). The Black or African American population (3.3%) is well below the state average of 12.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (8.8%) is well below the state average of 22.5%.

Education

6.0% 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 86% 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 93.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Laurel Lake, 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 Laurel Lake, New Jersey?

Laurel Lake, New Jersey has a population of 2,641 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Laurel Lake, NJ?

The median household income in Laurel Lake is $55,574, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Laurel Lake, NJ?

The poverty rate in Laurel Lake is 22.8%. This means approximately 601 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Laurel Lake, New Jersey?

Laurel Lake's population is 81.8% White, 3.3% Black, 8.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Laurel Lake, NJ?

The median home value in Laurel Lake is $156,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Laurel Lake, New Jersey?

6.0% of adults (25+) in Laurel Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.