Six Mile Run, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Six Mile Run, New Jersey Demographics
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Highly DiverseNo single racial/ethnic group makes up a majority of the population

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Six Mile Run, New Jersey had a total population of 2,882, the 391st largest community in New Jersey, with a median household income of $140,379, which is 36% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.9%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 36% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New Jersey.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 0.9% — among the lowest in New Jersey.
72.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New Jersey.
One of the most racially diverse communities in New Jersey (diversity index: 72/100).
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.0%.

Six Mile Run Quick Facts

Population 2,882

Median Household Income $140,379

Median Home Value $480,700

Poverty Rate 0.9%

Unemployment Rate 1.0%

Median Age 34.7 years

Homeownership Rate 68.6%

Affordability Ratio 3.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 72.6%

High School Graduation Rate 94.7%

Diversity Index 72/100

Population 2,882 391st of 700

Median Income $140,379 top 30%

Poverty Rate 0.9% 92% lower than national

Median Home Value $480,700 above average

How Six Mile Run 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	3,185	2,882	-9.5%
Median household income	$141,181	$140,379	-0.6%
Median home value	$495,200	$480,700	-2.9%

How Six Mile Run Compares

Median Household Income

Six Mile Run

$140,379

$103,556

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Six Mile Run

$480,700

$454,400

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.8%

$25K-$50K 5.0%

$50K-$100K 15.4%

$100K+ 72.8%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

0.8%

$10K-$15K

0.0%

$15K-$20K

1.4%

$20K-$25K

4.6%

$25K-$30K

0.0%

$30K-$35K

0.0%

$35K-$40K

3.4%

$40K-$45K

1.6%

$45K-$50K

0.0%

$50K-$60K

3.4%

$60K-$75K

0.7%

$75K-$100K

11.4%

$100K-$125K

15.5%

$125K-$150K

10.6%

$150K-$200K

12.5%

$200K+

34.2%

Employment

1.0% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%

75.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 68.6%

Renter 31.4%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.4x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,145/mo 18.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

11.7%

18-34

39.5%

35-54

17.7%

55-74

27.7%

75+

3.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very High Diversity

This community is exceptionally diverse, with no single racial or ethnic group dominating the population.

State average: 66 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Six Mile Run Rankings in New Jersey

#391 Population of 700

#177 Median Income of 662

#69 Education of 699

#260 Home Value of 678

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Other Cities in Somerset County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
North Plainfield	22,809	$87,349	13.2%	$374,700
Somerset	22,720	$121,028	4.5%	$438,800
Hillsborough	22,585	$144,112	2.7%	$435,700
Bradley Gardens	14,165	$177,849	4.2%	$546,300
Somerville	13,410	$103,760	5.9%	$435,700
Franklin Park	13,211	$114,946	11.0%	$336,600
Bound Brook	12,219	$90,571	11.1%	$397,100
Martinsville	11,559	$205,000	1.4%	$720,400
East Franklin	11,070	$115,458	5.9%	$385,900
Manville	10,921	$93,333	11.7%	$354,300

Cities Similar to Six Mile Run

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Montclair State University	2,853	N/A	N/A	71.8%	N/A
Shark River Hills	2,974	$139,524	$523,400	53.6%	3.2%
Sewell	2,982	$140,600	$347,500	48.6%	2.1%
Clinton	2,789	$141,146	$436,200	61.5%	2.0%
Stockton University	2,621	N/A	N/A	63.5%	N/A

Population Overview

Six Mile Run is a small community located in New Jersey, within Somerset County. The total population is 2,882. It ranks as the 391st most populous out of 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey.

Age Demographics

The median age in Six Mile Run is 34.7 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 40.1 years. Only 11.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Six Mile Run is $140,379. This is 36% higher than the state median of $103,556. It is also 74% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 0.9%. This is 90% 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 1.0%. This is 84% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $480,700. Housing costs are 6% higher than the state median of $454,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 68.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Six Mile Run is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Asian residents account for 33.1%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (33.1% vs 10.1%).

Education

72.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Six Mile Run in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 66% 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 94.7%. Notably, 37.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Six Mile Run, 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 Six Mile Run, New Jersey?

Six Mile Run, New Jersey has a population of 2,882 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Six Mile Run, NJ?

The median household income in Six Mile Run is $140,379, which is 74% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Six Mile Run, NJ?

The poverty rate in Six Mile Run is 0.9%. This means approximately 27 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Six Mile Run, New Jersey?

Six Mile Run's population is 35.7% White, 13.5% Black, 13.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 33.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Six Mile Run, NJ?

The median home value in Six Mile Run is $480,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

How educated is Six Mile Run, New Jersey?

72.6% of adults (25+) in Six Mile Run hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 37.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.