Old Tappan, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Old Tappan, New Jersey Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Old Tappan, New Jersey had a total population of 6,008, the 262nd largest borough in New Jersey, with a median household income of $205,385, which is 98% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.3%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 98% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New Jersey.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.3% — among the lowest in New Jersey.
76.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New Jersey.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.2%.

Old Tappan Quick Facts

Population 6,008

Median Household Income $205,385

Median Home Value $951,300

Poverty Rate 2.3%

Unemployment Rate 2.2%

Median Age 44.4 years

Homeownership Rate 94.1%

Affordability Ratio 4.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 76.9%

High School Graduation Rate 97.1%

Diversity Index 59/100

Population 6,008 262nd of 700

Median Income $205,385 top 10%

Poverty Rate 2.3% 81% lower than national

Median Home Value $951,300 top 10%

How Old Tappan 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	5,896	6,008	+1.9%
Median household income	$199,250	$205,385	+3.1%
Median home value	$910,600	$951,300	+4.5%

How Old Tappan Compares

Median Household Income

Old Tappan

$205,385

$103,556

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Old Tappan

$951,300

$454,400

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 4.3%

$25K-$50K 4.6%

$50K-$100K 17.4%

$100K+ 73.6%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.2%

$10K-$15K

1.1%

$15K-$20K

0.0%

$20K-$25K

0.0%

$25K-$30K

2.5%

$30K-$35K

0.5%

$35K-$40K

0.2%

$40K-$45K

1.5%

$45K-$50K

0.0%

$50K-$60K

1.2%

$60K-$75K

5.1%

$75K-$100K

11.2%

$100K-$125K

6.5%

$125K-$150K

4.9%

$150K-$200K

11.7%

$200K+

50.6%

Employment

2.2% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%

59.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 94.1%

Renter 5.9%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.6x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $3,501/mo 20.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.8%

18-34

13.8%

35-54

28.0%

55-74

24.3%

75+

10.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

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

State average: 66 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Old Tappan Rankings in New Jersey

#262 Population of 700

#55 Median Income of 662

#44 Education of 699

#49 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 Old Tappan

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Rutgers University-Busch Campus	5,920	N/A	N/A	87.7%	0.0%
Woodcliff Lake	6,152	$213,981	$946,400	81.2%	1.0%
Towaco	5,612	$205,636	$701,300	73.3%	2.5%
Packanack Lake	6,321	$213,103	$601,000	63.6%	1.6%
Bridgewater Center	6,505	$205,595	$703,700	60.8%	3.1%

Population Overview

Old Tappan is a small city located in New Jersey, within Bergen County. The total population is 6,008. It ranks as the 262nd most populous out of 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey.

Age Demographics

The median age in Old Tappan is 44.4 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. 10.2% 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 Old Tappan is $205,385. This is 98% higher than the state median of $103,556. It is also 154% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.3%. This is 76% 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 2.2%. This is 65% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $951,300. Housing costs are 109% higher than the state median of $454,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 94.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 47% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Old Tappan is White (non-Hispanic), making up 49.0% of the population. Asian residents account for 41.1%. The Black or African American population (3.2%) is well below the state average of 12.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.5%) is well below the state average of 22.5%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (41.1% vs 10.1%).

Education

76.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Old Tappan in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 76% 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 97.1%. Notably, 31.5% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Old Tappan, 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 Old Tappan, New Jersey?

Old Tappan, New Jersey has a population of 6,008 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Old Tappan, NJ?

The median household income in Old Tappan is $205,385, which is 154% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Old Tappan, NJ?

The poverty rate in Old Tappan is 2.3%. This means approximately 139 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Old Tappan, New Jersey?

Old Tappan's population is 49.0% White, 3.2% Black, 4.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 41.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Old Tappan, NJ?

The median home value in Old Tappan is $951,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

How educated is Old Tappan, New Jersey?

76.9% of adults (25+) in Old Tappan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 31.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.