Tinton Falls, New Jersey Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Tinton Falls, New Jersey Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tinton Falls, New Jersey had a total population of 19,361, the 61st largest borough in New Jersey, with a median household income of $117,308, which is 13% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.8%.

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

Tinton Falls Quick Facts

Population 19,361

Median Household Income $117,308

Median Home Value $478,000

Poverty Rate 6.8%

Unemployment Rate 5.8%

Median Age 46.6 years

Homeownership Rate 84.1%

Affordability Ratio 4.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 54.3%

High School Graduation Rate 96.9%

Diversity Index 39/100

Population 19,361 61st of 700

Median Income $117,308 average

Poverty Rate 6.8% 46% lower than national

Median Home Value $478,000 above average

How Tinton Falls 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	19,252	19,361	+0.6%
Median household income	$113,844	$117,308	+3.0%
Median home value	$458,300	$478,000	+4.3%

How Tinton Falls Compares

Median Household Income

Tinton Falls

$117,308

$103,556

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Tinton Falls

$478,000

$454,400

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.1%

$25K-$50K 12.2%

$50K-$100K 19.9%

$100K+ 55.8%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.6%

$10K-$15K

0.9%

$15K-$20K

3.3%

$20K-$25K

4.3%

$25K-$30K

3.2%

$30K-$35K

2.9%

$35K-$40K

3.5%

$40K-$45K

1.6%

$45K-$50K

1.1%

$50K-$60K

5.5%

$60K-$75K

4.9%

$75K-$100K

9.5%

$100K-$125K

7.2%

$125K-$150K

7.2%

$150K-$200K

10.2%

$200K+

31.1%

Employment

5.8% Unemployment Rate State: 6.3%|National: 5.2%

64.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 84.1%

Renter 15.9%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.1x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,746/mo 17.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.3%

18-34

17.0%

35-54

24.5%

55-74

28.6%

75+

11.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 66 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Tinton Falls Rankings in New Jersey

#61 Population of 700

#271 Median Income of 662

#218 Education of 699

#261 Home Value of 678

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Other Cities in Monmouth County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Long Branch	32,530	$79,653	15.5%	$574,000
Asbury Park	15,295	$75,544	21.9%	$581,100
West Freehold	14,883	$130,800	4.0%	$529,000
Eatontown	13,575	$90,463	4.4%	$492,400
Red Bank	12,862	$97,477	8.7%	$504,900
Freehold	12,507	$85,707	14.3%	$416,800
Robertsville	12,035	$210,661	2.6%	$685,100
Keansburg	9,719	$81,428	10.7%	$311,800
Matawan	9,710	$123,354	10.5%	$467,800
West Long Branch	8,586	$114,271	3.4%	$684,300

Cities Similar to Tinton Falls

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Point Pleasant	19,334	$115,625	$575,300	50.0%	4.5%
Ocean Acres	19,204	$121,924	$402,500	36.3%	1.9%
Iselin	19,551	$109,500	$426,800	53.7%	7.9%
Hawthorne	19,628	$110,237	$533,700	47.0%	4.0%
Colonia	18,587	$122,713	$493,100	48.7%	7.4%

Population Overview

Tinton Falls is a small city located in New Jersey, within Monmouth County. The total population is 19,361. It ranks as the 61st most populous out of 700 Census-designated places in New Jersey.

Age Demographics

The median age in Tinton Falls is 46.6 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. 11.7% 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 Tinton Falls is $117,308. This is 13% higher than the state median of $103,556. It is also 45% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.8%. This is 31% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.7%. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. This is 8% lower than the state rate of 6.3%. The median home value is $478,000. Housing costs are 5% higher than the state median of $454,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 84.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 63.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Tinton Falls is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (77.1% vs 50.9%). The Black or African American population (4.8%) is well below the state average of 12.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (8.9%) is well below the state average of 22.5%. The Asian population (4.0%) is well below the state average of 10.1%.

Education

54.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 96.9%. Notably, 21.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Tinton Falls, 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 Tinton Falls, New Jersey?

Tinton Falls, New Jersey has a population of 19,361 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Tinton Falls, NJ?

The median household income in Tinton Falls is $117,308, which is 45% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Tinton Falls, NJ?

The poverty rate in Tinton Falls is 6.8%. This means approximately 1,295 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Tinton Falls, New Jersey?

Tinton Falls's population is 77.1% White, 4.8% Black, 8.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Tinton Falls, NJ?

The median home value in Tinton Falls is $478,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is Tinton Falls, New Jersey?

54.3% of adults (25+) in Tinton Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 21.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.