Rutgers University-Busch Campus, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rutgers University-Busch Campus, New Jersey had a total population of 5,920, the 266th largest community in New Jersey. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 87.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New Jersey.
- Unemployment rate of 10.2% is notably above the national average.
Rutgers University-Busch Campus Quick Facts
How Rutgers University-Busch Campus 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 | 5,747 | 5,920 | +3.0% |
How Rutgers University-Busch Campus Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 66 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Rutgers University-Busch Campus Rankings in New Jersey
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Other Cities in Middlesex County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Brunswick | 56,345 | $65,810 | 32.0% | $353,800 |
| Perth Amboy | 55,855 | $61,977 | 20.2% | $370,600 |
| Sayreville | 45,838 | $99,979 | 6.2% | $444,100 |
| Old Bridge | 28,236 | $111,996 | 6.9% | $485,800 |
| Carteret | 25,496 | $96,862 | 8.2% | $405,800 |
| South Plainfield | 24,473 | $130,239 | 3.0% | $470,900 |
| Woodbridge | 20,756 | $104,926 | 11.1% | $390,000 |
| Iselin | 19,551 | $109,500 | 7.9% | $426,800 |
| Colonia | 18,587 | $122,713 | 7.4% | $493,100 |
| Avenel | 17,121 | $101,670 | 7.9% | $401,000 |
Cities Similar to Rutgers University-Busch Campus
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hightstown | 5,920 | $108,987 | $342,600 | 39.6% | 2.1% |
| Manasquan | 5,922 | $142,944 | $988,100 | 71.3% | 3.0% |
| Mount Arlington | 5,935 | $92,264 | $422,900 | 50.9% | 4.9% |
| Morganville | 5,902 | $161,500 | $681,800 | 59.8% | 3.5% |
| Pine Brook | 5,961 | $126,488 | $767,200 | 62.1% | 6.6% |
Population Overview
Rutgers University-Busch Campus is a small city located in New Jersey, within Middlesex County. The total population is 5,920. It ranks as the 266th most populous out of 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey.
Age Demographics
The median age in Rutgers University-Busch Campus is 20.0 years. This is 50% lower than the state median of 40.1 years. Only 1.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Rutgers University-Busch Campus. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 10.2%. This is 62% higher than the state rate of 6.3%. Every occupied housing unit the survey reached in Rutgers University-Busch Campus was renter-occupied. At this sample size that indicates no owner-occupied homes were captured rather than that none exist.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Rutgers University-Busch Campus is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.1% of the population. Asian residents account for 10.0%. The Black or African American population (4.0%) is well below the state average of 12.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (9.2%) is well below the state average of 22.5%.
Education
87.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Rutgers University-Busch Campus in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 101% 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 97.6%. Notably, 45.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Rutgers University-Busch Campus, 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 Rutgers University-Busch Campus, New Jersey?
Rutgers University-Busch Campus, New Jersey has a population of 5,920 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Rutgers University-Busch Campus, NJ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Rutgers University-Busch Campus — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Rutgers University-Busch Campus, NJ?
The ACS sample for Rutgers University-Busch Campus recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Rutgers University-Busch Campus, New Jersey?
Rutgers University-Busch Campus's population is 75.1% White, 4.0% Black, 9.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 10.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Rutgers University-Busch Campus, NJ?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Rutgers University-Busch Campus — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Rutgers University-Busch Campus, New Jersey?
87.7% of adults (25+) in Rutgers University-Busch Campus hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 45.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.