Old Bridge CDP, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Old Bridge CDP, New Jersey Demographics
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As of 2026, Old Bridge CDP, New Jersey has a total population of 28,015, the 35th largest city in New Jersey, with a median household income of $106,934, which is 6% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.9%.

Old Bridge CDP Quick Facts

Population 28,015

Median Household Income $106,934

Median Home Value $457,800

Poverty Rate 6.9%

Unemployment Rate 7.3%

Median Age 43.1 years

Homeownership Rate 73.8%

Affordability Ratio 4.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 36.3%

High School Graduation Rate 93.3%

Diversity Index 56/100

Population 28,015 35th of 700

Median Income $106,934 average

Poverty Rate 6.9% 45% lower national

Median Home Value $457,800 above average

How Old Bridge CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Old Bridge CDP

$106,934

$101,050

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Old Bridge CDP

$457,800

$427,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.6%

$25K-$50K 10.4%

$50K-$100K 27.9%

$100K+ 53.1%

Employment

7.3% Unemployment Rate State: 6.2% | National: 5.2%

66.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 73.8%

Renter 26.2%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.2%

18-34

21.5%

35-54

24.2%

55-74

27.7%

75+

7.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 65 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Old Bridge CDP Rankings in New Jersey

#35 Population of 700

#325 Median Income of 700

#414 Education of 700

#252 Home Value of 700

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Cities Similar to Old Bridge CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Englewood city	29,342	$101,398	$497,500	45.6%	9.8%
Bergenfield borough	28,269	$124,083	$469,200	47.7%	6.1%
Rahway city	29,748	$90,852	$362,300	35.6%	6.8%
Cliffside Park borough	25,580	$94,960	$577,200	42.4%	11.3%
Paramus borough	26,500	$139,707	$736,000	50.2%	5.5%

Population Overview

Old Bridge CDP is a mid-sized community located in New Jersey. The total population is 28,015. It ranks as the 35th most populous out of 700 cities and towns in New Jersey.

Age Demographics

The median age in Old Bridge CDP is 43.1 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Old Bridge CDP is $106,934. This is 6% higher than the state median of $101,050. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 36% higher. The poverty rate stands at 6.9%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.8%. The unemployment rate is 7.3%. This is 19% higher than the state rate of 6.2%. The median home value is $457,800. Housing costs are 7% higher than the state median of $427,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 73.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 63.7%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Old Bridge CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 62.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 17.8%. The Black or African American population (4.6%) is well below the state average of 12.3%.

Education

36.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 15% lower 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 93.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Old Bridge 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 Old Bridge CDP, New Jersey?

Old Bridge CDP, New Jersey has a population of 28,015 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Old Bridge CDP, NJ?

The median household income in Old Bridge CDP is $106,934, which is 36% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Old Bridge CDP, NJ?

The poverty rate in Old Bridge CDP is 6.9%. This means approximately 1,899 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Old Bridge CDP, New Jersey?

Old Bridge CDP's population is 62.6% White, 4.6% Black, 17.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 12.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Old Bridge CDP, NJ?

The median home value in Old Bridge CDP is $457,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

How educated is Old Bridge CDP, New Jersey?

36.3% of adults (25+) in Old Bridge CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.