Ridgewood, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Ridgewood, New Jersey Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ridgewood, New Jersey had a total population of 26,308, the 39th largest village in New Jersey, with a median household income of $208,211, which is 101% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.2%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 101% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New Jersey.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.2% — among the lowest in New Jersey.
80.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New Jersey.

Ridgewood Quick Facts

Population 26,308

Median Household Income $208,211

Median Home Value $891,200

Poverty Rate 4.2%

Unemployment Rate 3.4%

Median Age 41.6 years

Homeownership Rate 82.5%

Affordability Ratio 4.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 80.1%

High School Graduation Rate 98.5%

Diversity Index 54/100

Population 26,308 39th of 700

Median Income $208,211 top 10%

Poverty Rate 4.2% 66% lower than national

Median Home Value $891,200 top 10%

How Ridgewood 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	26,076	26,308	+0.9%
Median household income	$217,250	$208,211	-4.2%
Median home value	$882,700	$891,200	+1.0%

How Ridgewood Compares

Median Household Income

Ridgewood

$208,211

$103,556

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Ridgewood

$891,200

$454,400

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 5.7%

$25K-$50K 5.4%

$50K-$100K 9.1%

$100K+ 79.8%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.0%

$10K-$15K

1.6%

$15K-$20K

0.8%

$20K-$25K

0.3%

$25K-$30K

0.7%

$30K-$35K

1.1%

$35K-$40K

2.0%

$40K-$45K

1.3%

$45K-$50K

0.4%

$50K-$60K

2.2%

$60K-$75K

2.3%

$75K-$100K

4.5%

$100K-$125K

8.1%

$125K-$150K

5.9%

$150K-$200K

14.4%

$200K+

51.4%

Employment

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

67.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.5%

Renter 17.5%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.3x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,499/mo 14.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

27.6%

18-34

15.1%

35-54

30.5%

55-74

20.0%

75+

6.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 66 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Ridgewood Rankings in New Jersey

#39 Population of 700

#50 Median Income of 662

#30 Education of 699

#56 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
Lodi	26,082	$89,305	15.4%	$475,000
Cliffside Park	25,781	$93,452	10.8%	$588,200
Elmwood Park	21,412	$101,740	11.6%	$483,700

Cities Similar to Ridgewood

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Summit	22,705	$190,304	$994,500	72.5%	5.5%
Paramus	26,568	$144,349	$813,900	51.8%	4.7%
Princeton	30,756	$192,079	$1,050,600	84.7%	6.1%
Westfield	31,111	$232,629	$953,400	78.1%	1.8%
South Plainfield	24,473	$130,239	$470,900	44.0%	3.0%

Population Overview

Ridgewood is a mid-sized community located in New Jersey, within Bergen County. The total population is 26,308. It ranks as the 39th most populous out of 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey.

Age Demographics

The median age in Ridgewood is 41.6 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Ridgewood is $208,211. This is 101% higher than the state median of $103,556. It is also 158% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.2%. This is 56% 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 46% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $891,200. Housing costs are 96% higher than the state median of $454,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 82.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Ridgewood is White (non-Hispanic), making up 64.8% of the population. Asian residents account for 15.8%. The Black or African American population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 12.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (10.8%) is well below the state average of 22.5%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (15.8% vs 10.1%).

Education

80.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Ridgewood in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 83% 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 98.5%. Notably, 37.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood, New Jersey?

Ridgewood, New Jersey has a population of 26,308 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Ridgewood, NJ?

The median household income in Ridgewood is $208,211, which is 158% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Ridgewood, NJ?

The poverty rate in Ridgewood is 4.2%. This means approximately 1,097 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Ridgewood, New Jersey?

Ridgewood's population is 64.8% White, 2.8% Black, 10.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 15.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Ridgewood, NJ?

The median home value in Ridgewood is $891,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

How educated is Ridgewood, New Jersey?

80.1% of adults (25+) in Ridgewood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 37.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.