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Dec 18, 1787
INCORPORATED
8,723
TOTAL AREA [ SQ MI ]
7,354
LAND AREA [ SQ MI ]
1,369
WATER AREA [ SQ MI ]
250
ELEVATION AVG [ FT ]
1,803
ELEVATION HIGH [ FT ]
Sea Level
ELEVATION LOW [ FT ]
1,257.7
POP DENSITY [ PPL / SQ MI ]
08701
LARGEST ZIP CODE
Newark
LARGEST CITY
Bergen County
LARGEST COUNTY
9,249,063
TOTAL POPULATION
4,556,331
MALE POPULATION
4,692,732
FEMALE POPULATION
97.09
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.99
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$50,995
PER CAPITA INCOME
$119,240
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$97,126
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
29.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
70.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,841
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,939,850
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

New Jersey Area Codes

Largest Zip Codes by Population in New Jersey

The largest zip codes in New Jersey by population are 08701 (134,008), 07305 (70,738), 07002 (70,497), 07055 (70,048), and 07087 (67,258).
134,008 (1.45%)
70,738 (0.76%)
70,497 (0.76%)
70,048 (0.76%)
67,258 (0.73%)
64,313 (0.70%)
64,203 (0.69%)
62,066 (0.67%)
60,268 (0.65%)
60,233 (0.65%)
58,754 (0.64%)
58,136 (0.63%)
57,943 (0.63%)
56,900 (0.62%)
56,896 (0.62%)
56,870 (0.61%)
56,696 (0.61%)
55,412 (0.60%)
55,342 (0.60%)
54,779 (0.59%)
54,557 (0.59%)
54,229 (0.59%)
53,237 (0.58%)
52,594 (0.57%)
50,805 (0.55%)
50,604 (0.55%)
49,027 (0.53%)
48,513 (0.52%)
48,399 (0.52%)
48,140 (0.52%)
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Largest Cities by Population in New Jersey

The largest cities in New Jersey by population are Newark (307,355), Jersey City (287,899), Paterson (157,864), Elizabeth (135,665), and Toms River (92,827).
307,355 (3.32%)
287,899 (3.11%)
157,864 (1.71%)
135,665 (1.47%)
92,827 (1.00%)
90,055 (0.97%)
89,451 (0.97%)
71,799 (0.78%)
70,497 (0.76%)
70,048 (0.76%)
68,879 (0.74%)
68,555 (0.74%)
67,258 (0.73%)
60,796 (0.66%)
58,754 (0.64%)
55,718 (0.60%)
55,226 (0.60%)
54,358 (0.59%)
52,438 (0.57%)
45,853 (0.50%)
45,758 (0.49%)
45,136 (0.49%)
43,478 (0.47%)
41,157 (0.44%)
39,799 (0.43%)
38,487 (0.42%)
34,948 (0.38%)
32,472 (0.35%)
31,932 (0.35%)
30,839 (0.33%)
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Largest Counties by Population in New Jersey

The largest counties in New Jersey by population are Bergen County (953,243), Middlesex County (860,147), Essex County (853,374), Hudson County (712,029), and Monmouth County (643,064).
953,243 (10.31%)
860,147 (9.30%)
853,374 (9.23%)
712,029 (7.70%)
643,064 (6.95%)
638,691 (6.91%)
572,079 (6.19%)
522,581 (5.65%)
519,986 (5.62%)
508,816 (5.50%)
461,853 (4.99%)
383,732 (4.15%)
344,978 (3.73%)
302,621 (3.27%)
274,339 (2.97%)
153,588 (1.66%)
144,808 (1.57%)
129,099 (1.40%)
109,739 (1.19%)
95,456 (1.03%)
64,840 (0.70%)
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Race in New Jersey

The most populous races in New Jersey are White / Caucasian (5,528,604 | 59.8%), Hispanic or Latino (1,963,423 | 21.2%), and Black / African American (1,213,265 | 13.1%).
Race in New Jersey
Race# Population% Population
Asian913,3649.9%
Black / African American1,213,26513.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific2,5540.0%
Hispanic or Latino1,963,42321.2%
Native / Alaskan29,7800.3%
White / Caucasian5,528,60459.8%
Two or more Races792,8908.6%
Some other Race768,6068.3%
Total9,249,063100.0%

Ancestry in New Jersey

The most populous ancestries reported in New Jersey are Italian (1,321,850 | 14.3%), Irish (1,154,951 | 12.5%), German (841,689 | 9.1%), Puerto Rican (479,304 | 5.2%), and Polish (460,268 | 5.0%), together accounting for 46.0% of all New Jersey residents.
Ancestry in New Jersey
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan2,4530.0%
African50,5070.5%
Alaska Native510.0%
Alaskan Athabascan1100.0%
Albanian15,1010.2%
Aleut300.0%
Alsatian3830.0%
American307,6643.3%
Apache8140.0%
Arab114,0091.2%
Arapaho330.0%
Argentinean18,8790.2%
Armenian14,4360.2%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac6580.0%
Australian2,2340.0%
Austrian29,2320.3%
Bahamian9900.0%
Bangladeshi620.0%
Barbadian4,1230.0%
Basque4730.0%
Belgian5,7120.1%
Belizean9840.0%
Bermudan8210.0%
Bhutanese26,4960.3%
Blackfeet2,7010.0%
Bolivian5,5360.1%
Brazilian46,8570.5%
British28,3140.3%
British West Indian7,0940.1%
Bulgarian3,6570.0%
Burmese110,7291.2%
Cajun1980.0%
Cambodian1,2740.0%
Canadian11,2630.1%
Cape Verdean5850.0%
Carpatho Rusyn6040.0%
Celtic7460.0%
Central American250,6002.7%
Central American Indian16,5100.2%
Cherokee9,7400.1%
Cheyenne570.0%
Chickasaw1870.0%
Chilean10,7550.1%
Chinese2600.0%
Chippewa5690.0%
Choctaw5660.0%
Colombian141,1591.5%
Comanche160.0%
Costa Rican23,2220.3%
Cree1820.0%
Creek5690.0%
Croatian12,6900.1%
Crow300.0%
Cuban95,3401.0%
Cypriot1,0480.0%
Czech20,0740.2%
Czechoslovakian8,5200.1%
Danish15,0840.2%
Delaware3,4850.0%
Dominican355,1673.8%
Dutch71,1920.8%
Dutch West Indian3390.0%
Eastern European60,8750.7%
Ecuadorian148,1221.6%
Egyptian46,1590.5%
English450,2354.9%
Estonian1,9000.0%
Ethiopian3,3220.0%
European78,5370.9%
Fijian1310.0%
Filipino10,2510.1%
Finnish4,9880.1%
French90,3101.0%
French American Indian2830.0%
French Canadian18,4540.2%
German841,6899.1%
German Russian5740.0%
Ghanaian15,2040.2%
Greek59,2850.6%
Guamanian / Chamorro1,3030.0%
Guatemalan72,1990.8%
Guyanese24,8050.3%
Haitian71,4440.8%
Hmong870.0%
Honduran54,3080.6%
Hopi300.0%
Houma250.0%
Hungarian87,2570.9%
Icelander5230.0%
Indian (Asian)178,4891.9%
Indonesian2,2320.0%
Inupiat1760.0%
Iranian7,3580.1%
Iraqi1,9750.0%
Irish1,154,95112.5%
Iroquois1,3230.0%
Israeli10,6360.1%
Italian1,321,85014.3%
Jamaican69,5400.7%
Japanese3,0860.0%
Jordanian5,5250.1%
Kenyan4,2290.1%
Korean150,0841.6%
Laotian2,7060.0%
Latvian4,4660.1%
Lebanese13,5680.2%
Liberian6,0550.1%
Lithuanian30,1040.3%
Lumbee2570.0%
Luxembourger2060.0%
Macedonian6,6400.1%
Malaysian7560.0%
Maltese1,4760.0%
Menominee750.0%
Mexican225,8322.4%
Mexican American Indian7,7610.1%
Mongolian8020.0%
Moroccan8,7380.1%
Native Hawaiian2,7600.0%
Navajo8890.0%
New Zealander3580.0%
Nicaraguan10,6210.1%
Nigerian32,8370.4%
Northern European4,9820.1%
Norwegian38,0660.4%
Okinawan3510.0%
Osage730.0%
Ottawa40.0%
Paiute50.0%
Pakistani5,6800.1%
Palestinian7,9130.1%
Panamanian8,4200.1%
Paraguayan2,6380.0%
Pennsylvania German4,5760.1%
Peruvian86,8440.9%
Pima110.0%
Polish460,2685.0%
Portuguese76,8440.8%
Potawatomi570.0%
Pueblo1010.0%
Puerto Rican479,3045.2%
Puget Sound Salish950.0%
Romanian19,4210.2%
Russian144,8721.6%
Salvadoran81,1420.9%
Samoan9200.0%
Scandinavian8,6550.1%
Scotch-Irish30,2780.3%
Scottish82,0320.9%
Seminole3330.0%
Senegalese1,1240.0%
Serbian4,8310.1%
Shoshone70.0%
Sierra Leonean2,1580.0%
Sioux7010.0%
Slavic6,5220.1%
Slovak28,8110.3%
Slovene1,4450.0%
Somali1350.0%
South African2,5690.0%
South American442,6514.8%
South American Indian4,7850.1%
Soviet Union1430.0%
Spaniard35,2340.4%
Spanish15,7410.2%
Spanish American3760.0%
Spanish American Indian4130.0%
Sri Lankan27,4310.3%
Subsaharan African129,0511.4%
Sudanese1,1030.0%
Swedish42,2980.5%
Swiss13,1460.1%
Syrian13,9360.2%
Taiwanese1000.0%
Thai432,1154.7%
Tlingit-Haida1520.0%
Tohono O'Odham90.0%
Tongan740.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian17,3510.2%
Turkish25,1390.3%
U.S. Virgin Islander1,2180.0%
Ugandan6490.0%
Ukrainian66,6360.7%
Uruguayan10,0640.1%
Ute40.0%
Venezuelan16,6080.2%
Vietnamese11,5030.1%
Welsh29,0980.3%
West Indian14,0420.2%
Yaqui1770.0%
Yugoslavian5,0290.1%
Zimbabwean3460.0%
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Immigrants in New Jersey

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in New Jersey came from Latin America (1,005,395 | 10.9%), Asia (691,805 | 7.5%), Caribbean (382,885 | 4.1%), South America (361,243 | 3.9%), and South Central Asia (334,880 | 3.6%), together accounting for 30.0% of all New Jersey residents.
Immigrants in New Jersey
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan1,9130.0%
Africa131,0681.4%
Albania6,1300.1%
Argentina10,6070.1%
Armenia7360.0%
Asia691,8057.5%
Australia2,4050.0%
Austria1,9390.0%
Azores3430.0%
Bahamas7990.0%
Bangladesh14,4050.2%
Barbados2,6500.0%
Belarus4,5790.1%
Belgium1,0900.0%
Belize9120.0%
Bolivia3,2520.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina1,4060.0%
Brazil46,0200.5%
Bulgaria3,2490.0%
Cabo Verde1650.0%
Cambodia8920.0%
Cameroon2,5360.0%
Canada18,3170.2%
Caribbean382,8854.1%
Central America261,2672.8%
Chile7,1530.1%
China105,6781.1%
Colombia90,8171.0%
Congo3320.0%
Costa Rica14,8480.2%
Croatia2,6230.0%
Cuba45,4350.5%
Czechoslovakia3,9680.0%
Denmark1,1310.0%
Dominica3,3590.0%
Dominican Republic209,0552.3%
Eastern Africa13,5660.2%
Eastern Asia186,2572.0%
Eastern Europe145,1221.6%
Ecuador95,2751.0%
Egypt33,6780.4%
El Salvador48,8850.5%
England10,8860.1%
Eritrea4170.0%
Ethiopia2,0830.0%
Europe295,0203.2%
Fiji1580.0%
France6,8820.1%
Germany17,2170.2%
Ghana17,9490.2%
Greece7,5010.1%
Grenada1,6020.0%
Guatemala46,8130.5%
Guyana26,1730.3%
Haiti49,4910.5%
Honduras37,3350.4%
Hong Kong11,1610.1%
Hungary4,6590.1%
India274,6093.0%
Indonesia2,0040.0%
Iran4,9470.1%
Iraq1,8150.0%
Ireland8,1460.1%
Israel10,9750.1%
Italy33,1980.4%
Jamaica47,3650.5%
Japan10,0420.1%
Jordan4,3990.1%
Kazakhstan9930.0%
Kenya6,4790.1%
Korea70,5120.8%
Kuwait1,3750.0%
Laos3620.0%
Latin America1,005,39510.9%
Latvia1,7890.0%
Lebanon4,3240.1%
Liberia8,5330.1%
Lithuania1,6620.0%
Malaysia2,0310.0%
Mexico102,5271.1%
Middle Africa4,4750.1%
Moldova2,3160.0%
Morocco5,6210.1%
Nepal2,8900.0%
Netherlands2,6160.0%
Nicaragua5,5000.1%
Nigeria25,2130.3%
North Macedonia5,0940.1%
Northern Africa42,6200.5%
Northern Europe37,7840.4%
Norway8010.0%
Oceania3,1540.0%
Pakistan27,5800.3%
Panama4,2900.1%
Peru58,5630.6%
Philippines85,9340.9%
Poland48,8110.5%
Portugal28,8710.3%
Romania6,0330.1%
Russia20,3710.2%
Saudi Arabia1,9290.0%
Scotland2,4700.0%
Senegal1,6150.0%
Serbia1,8810.0%
Sierra Leone2,3730.0%
Singapore1,4900.0%
Somalia600.0%
South Africa3,3690.0%
South America361,2433.9%
South Central Asia334,8803.6%
South Eastern Asia112,9451.2%
Southern Europe80,2410.9%
Spain10,2460.1%
Sri Lanka3,4880.0%
St. Vincent and the Grenadines1,1580.0%
Sudan1,2740.0%
Sweden1,0540.0%
Switzerland1,3960.0%
Syria5,9660.1%
Taiwan15,5480.2%
Thailand2,9030.0%
Trinidad and Tobago15,5330.2%
Turkey16,7780.2%
Uganda1,2910.0%
Ukraine22,7600.3%
Uruguay6,9720.1%
Uzbekistan2,5170.0%
Venezuela12,9290.1%
Vietnam15,6440.2%
West Indies7530.0%
Western Africa61,4580.7%
Western Asia55,1030.6%
Western Europe31,1830.3%
Yemen6840.0%
Zaire6550.0%
Zimbabwe9460.0%
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Sex and Age in New Jersey

Sex and Age in New Jersey

The most populous age groups in New Jersey are 55 to 59 Years (323,562 | 7.1%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (332,821 | 7.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in New Jersey
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years268,430 (5.9%)255,565 (5.4%)
5 to 9 Years283,408 (6.2%)264,591 (5.6%)
10 to 14 Years295,566 (6.5%)288,824 (6.1%)
15 to 19 Years303,313 (6.7%)286,565 (6.1%)
20 to 24 Years293,185 (6.4%)282,613 (6.0%)
25 to 29 Years297,832 (6.5%)286,632 (6.1%)
30 to 34 Years305,464 (6.7%)294,846 (6.3%)
35 to 39 Years308,567 (6.8%)303,016 (6.5%)
40 to 44 Years297,597 (6.5%)294,656 (6.3%)
45 to 49 Years298,659 (6.6%)299,890 (6.4%)
50 to 54 Years315,741 (6.9%)322,983 (6.9%)
55 to 59 Years323,562 (7.1%)332,821 (7.1%)
60 to 64 Years297,341 (6.5%)314,782 (6.7%)
65 to 69 Years231,430 (5.1%)259,878 (5.5%)
70 to 74 Years178,720 (3.9%)211,410 (4.5%)
75 to 79 Years117,064 (2.6%)154,388 (3.3%)
80 to 84 Years72,822 (1.6%)105,782 (2.2%)
85 Years and over67,630 (1.5%)133,490 (2.8%)
Total4,556,331 (100.0%)4,692,732 (100.0%)

Families and Households in New Jersey

Median Family Size in New Jersey

The median family size in New Jersey is 3.22 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,732,602 | 74.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.3 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (170,278 | 7.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.81 persons per family.
Median Family Size in New Jersey
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,732,602 (74.0%)3.30
Single Male/Father170,278 (7.3%)2.81
Single Female/Mother437,620 (18.7%)3.07
Total Families2,340,500 (100.0%)3.22

Median Household Size in New Jersey

The median household size in New Jersey is 2.64 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,732,602 | 50.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.32 persons per household. non-family households (1,097,662 | 31.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.22 persons per household.
Median Household Size in New Jersey
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,732,602 (50.4%)3.32
Single Male/Father170,278 (5.0%)3.18
Single Female/Mother437,620 (12.7%)3.27
Non-family1,097,662 (31.9%)1.22
Total Households3,438,162 (100.0%)2.64

Household Size by Marriage Status in New Jersey

Out of a total of 3,438,162 households in New Jersey, 2,340,500 (68.1%) are family households, while 1,097,662 (31.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 907,547, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 905,148.
Household Size by Marriage Status in New Jersey
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-905,148 (26.3%)
2-Person Households907,547 (26.4%)164,498 (4.8%)
3-Person Households570,261 (16.6%)16,788 (0.5%)
4-Person Households519,991 (15.1%)7,025 (0.2%)
5-Person Households214,456 (6.2%)2,578 (0.1%)
6-Person Households77,946 (2.3%)1,083 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households50,299 (1.5%)542 (0.0%)
Total2,340,500 (68.1%)1,097,662 (31.9%)

Female Fertility in New Jersey

Fertility by Age in New Jersey

Average fertility rate in New Jersey is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 78.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 62.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in New Jersey
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years1,526 (1.4%)5.0
20 to 34 years67,059 (62.2%)78.0
35 to 50 years39,177 (36.4%)41.0
Total107,762 (100.0%)51.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in New Jersey

73.6% of women with births (107,762) in New Jersey are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 89.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 17.5% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in New Jersey
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years154 (10.1%)1,372 (89.9%)
20 to 34 years46,807 (69.8%)20,252 (30.2%)
35 to 50 years32,321 (82.5%)6,856 (17.5%)
Total79,313 (73.6%)28,449 (26.4%)

Fertility by Education in New Jersey

Average fertility rate in New Jersey is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 72.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 27.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in New Jersey
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School8,542 (7.9%)28.0
High School Diploma21,864 (20.3%)55.0
College or Associate's Degree24,233 (22.5%)47.0
Bachelor's Degree29,184 (27.1%)52.0
Graduate Degree23,939 (22.2%)72.0
Total107,762 (100.0%)51.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in New Jersey

26.4% of women with births in New Jersey are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 93.7% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 49.3% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in New Jersey
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School4,331 (50.7%)4,211 (49.3%)
High School Diploma12,266 (56.1%)9,598 (43.9%)
College or Associate's Degree14,322 (59.1%)9,911 (40.9%)
Bachelor's Degree25,945 (88.9%)3,239 (11.1%)
Graduate Degree22,431 (93.7%)1,508 (6.3%)
Total79,313 (73.6%)28,449 (26.4%)

Income in New Jersey

Income Overview in New Jersey

Per Capita Income in New Jersey is $50,995, while median incomes of families and households are $119,240 and $97,126 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income9,249,063$50,995
Median Family Income2,340,500$119,240
Mean Family Income2,340,500$158,765
Median Household Income3,438,162$97,126
Mean Household Income3,438,162$135,170
Income Deficit2,340,500$10,841
Wage / Income Gap (%)9,249,06329.46%
Wage / Income Gap ($)9,249,06370.54¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index9,249,0630.48

Earnings by Sex in New Jersey

Average Earnings in New Jersey are $51,515, $60,103 for men and $42,399 for women, a difference of 29.5%.
Earnings by Sex in New Jersey
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,673,466 (52.6%)$60,103
Female2,405,568 (47.4%)$42,399
Total5,079,034 (100.0%)$51,515

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in New Jersey

The most common earnings brackets in New Jersey are $100,000+ for men (783,106 | 29.3%) and $100,000+ for women (393,979 | 16.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in New Jersey
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less104,135 (3.9%)127,922 (5.3%)
$2,500 to $4,99967,370 (2.5%)84,910 (3.5%)
$5,000 to $7,49968,335 (2.6%)87,537 (3.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99948,233 (1.8%)63,991 (2.7%)
$10,000 to $12,49962,086 (2.3%)85,374 (3.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99947,119 (1.8%)69,469 (2.9%)
$15,000 to $17,49946,645 (1.7%)69,072 (2.9%)
$17,500 to $19,99941,356 (1.5%)56,755 (2.4%)
$20,000 to $22,49949,942 (1.9%)63,398 (2.6%)
$22,500 to $24,99961,899 (2.3%)78,707 (3.3%)
$25,000 to $29,999112,287 (4.2%)131,016 (5.4%)
$30,000 to $34,999117,263 (4.4%)121,064 (5.0%)
$35,000 to $39,999105,013 (3.9%)106,917 (4.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99999,545 (3.7%)101,106 (4.2%)
$45,000 to $49,999107,598 (4.0%)97,394 (4.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99989,632 (3.4%)82,553 (3.4%)
$55,000 to $64,999182,744 (6.8%)170,266 (7.1%)
$65,000 to $74,999162,054 (6.1%)149,154 (6.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999317,104 (11.9%)264,984 (11.0%)
$100,000+783,106 (29.3%)393,979 (16.4%)
Total2,673,466 (100.0%)2,405,568 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in New Jersey

Average earnings in New Jersey are $69,400 for men and $49,869 for women, a difference of 28.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $126,500, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $36,343. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $84,860, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,529.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in New Jersey
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$36,343$23,529
High School Diploma$47,634$31,640
College or Associate's Degree$59,594$40,913
Bachelor's Degree$91,949$65,656
Graduate Degree$126,500$84,860
Total$69,400$49,869

Family Income in New Jersey

Family Income Brackets in New Jersey

According to the New Jersey family income data, there are 578,104 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 32,767 families (1.4%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in New Jersey
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00056,1722.4%
$10,000 to $14,99932,7671.4%
$15,000 to $24,99979,5773.4%
$25,000 to $34,99995,9604.1%
$35,000 to $49,999161,4946.9%
$50,000 to $74,999276,17911.8%
$75,000 to $99,999266,81711.4%
$100,000 to $149,999465,76019.9%
$150,000 to $199,999325,33013.9%
$200,000+578,10424.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in New Jersey

4-person families (500,237 | 21.4%) account for the highest median family income in New Jersey with $153,514 per family, while 2-person families (969,459 | 41.4%) have the highest median income of $49,180 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in New Jersey
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families969,459 (41.4%)$98,360
3-Person Families563,774 (24.1%)$123,990
4-Person Families500,237 (21.4%)$153,514
5-Person Families197,086 (8.4%)$140,320
6-Person Families68,242 (2.9%)$140,656
7+ Person Families41,702 (1.8%)$138,884
Total2,340,500 (100.0%)$119,240

Family Income by Number of Earners in New Jersey

The median family income in New Jersey is $119,240, with families comprising 3+ earners (360,488) having the highest median family income of $178,012, while families with no earners (273,881) have the lowest median family income of $56,148, accounting for 15.4% and 11.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in New Jersey
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners273,881 (11.7%)$56,148
1 Earner696,959 (29.8%)$80,752
2 Earners1,009,172 (43.1%)$148,410
3+ Earners360,488 (15.4%)$178,012
Total2,340,500 (100.0%)$119,240

Household Income in New Jersey

Household Income Brackets in New Jersey

With 660,127 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in New Jersey, accounting for 19.2% of all households. In contrast, only 103,145 households (3.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in New Jersey
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000140,9654.1%
$10,000 to $14,999103,1453.0%
$15,000 to $24,999185,6615.4%
$25,000 to $34,999195,9755.7%
$35,000 to $49,999281,9298.2%
$50,000 to $74,999453,83713.2%
$75,000 to $99,999398,82711.6%
$100,000 to $149,999618,86918.0%
$150,000 to $199,999395,38911.5%
$200,000+660,12719.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in New Jersey

The median household income in New Jersey is $97,126, with the highest median household income of $118,213 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,392,380 households (40.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $47,184, with 61,204 households (1.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in New Jersey
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years61,204 (1.8%)$47,184
25 to 44 Years1,050,708 (30.6%)$105,714
45 to 64 Years1,392,380 (40.5%)$118,213
65+ Years933,870 (27.2%)$66,128
Total3,438,162 (100.0%)$97,126

Poverty in New Jersey

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in New Jersey

With 8.6% poverty level for males and 10.7% for females among the residents of New Jersey, 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 8,279 males (14.8%) and 35,467 females (14.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in New Jersey
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years38,359 (14.5%)35,467 (14.1%)
5 Years8,279 (14.8%)6,202 (12.4%)
6 to 11 Years45,108 (13.2%)44,128 (13.6%)
12 to 14 Years20,912 (11.9%)23,482 (13.6%)
15 Years7,828 (12.9%)7,546 (12.9%)
16 and 17 Years13,594 (11.1%)13,400 (11.6%)
18 to 24 Years41,962 (11.1%)47,054 (13.0%)
25 to 34 Years40,630 (6.9%)64,472 (11.1%)
35 to 44 Years40,848 (6.9%)64,007 (10.7%)
45 to 54 Years38,072 (6.3%)48,806 (7.9%)
55 to 64 Years40,344 (6.6%)52,988 (8.2%)
65 to 74 Years27,749 (6.9%)41,392 (8.9%)
75 Years and over20,392 (8.2%)46,158 (12.3%)
Total384,077 (8.6%)495,102 (10.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in New Jersey

According to the poverty statistics in New Jersey, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 93.7% of males and 92.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in New Jersey
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years226,629 (85.5%)216,625 (85.9%)
5 Years47,464 (85.2%)43,917 (87.6%)
6 to 11 Years295,774 (86.8%)279,531 (86.4%)
12 to 14 Years154,567 (88.1%)149,142 (86.4%)
15 Years52,860 (87.1%)50,976 (87.1%)
16 and 17 Years108,918 (88.9%)102,514 (88.4%)
18 to 24 Years337,185 (88.9%)314,487 (87.0%)
25 to 34 Years550,420 (93.1%)515,263 (88.9%)
35 to 44 Years555,170 (93.1%)532,951 (89.3%)
45 to 54 Years569,337 (93.7%)573,007 (92.1%)
55 to 64 Years572,944 (93.4%)592,190 (91.8%)
65 to 74 Years377,146 (93.1%)425,415 (91.1%)
75 Years and over229,313 (91.8%)328,188 (87.7%)
Total4,077,727 (91.4%)4,124,206 (89.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in New Jersey

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in New Jersey show that 3.4% or 59,425 of the total 1,732,602 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 23.5%, comprising of 3,018 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.7%, which includes 26,286 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in New Jersey
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children946,783 (97.3%)26,286 (2.7%)
1 or 2 Children607,699 (96.8%)20,261 (3.2%)
3 or 4 Children108,861 (91.7%)9,860 (8.3%)
5 or more Children9,834 (76.5%)3,018 (23.5%)
Total1,673,177 (96.6%)59,425 (3.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in New Jersey

According to the poverty data in New Jersey, 10.1% or 17,121 single-father households and 19.6% or 85,899 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 260 households (29.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 1,876 households (68.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in New Jersey
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children5,175 (5.9%)16,181 (8.0%)
1 or 2 Children8,753 (12.5%)52,307 (26.0%)
3 or 4 Children2,933 (26.4%)15,535 (47.6%)
5 or more Children260 (29.0%)1,876 (68.4%)
Total17,121 (10.1%)85,899 (19.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in New Jersey

The poverty data for New Jersey shows that 59,425 of the married-couple family households (3.4%) and 103,020 of the single-parent households (17.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3,018 households (23.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 2,136 household (58.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in New Jersey
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children26,286 (2.7%)21,356 (7.4%)
1 or 2 Children20,261 (3.2%)61,060 (22.5%)
3 or 4 Children9,860 (8.3%)18,468 (42.2%)
5 or more Children3,018 (23.5%)2,136 (58.7%)
Total59,425 (3.4%)103,020 (17.0%)

Employment Characteristics in New Jersey

Employment by Class of Employer in New Jersey

Among the 4,517,714 employed individuals in New Jersey, private company employees (3,150,022 | 69.7%), local government employees (368,769 | 8.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (334,797 | 7.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in New Jersey
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3,150,02269.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)176,4473.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)211,8924.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations334,7977.4%
Local Government Employees368,7698.2%
State Government Employees178,6684.0%
Federal Government Employees91,0552.0%
Unpaid Family Workers6,0640.1%
Total4,517,714100.0%

Employment Status by Age in New Jersey

According to the labor force statistics for New Jersey, out of the total population over 16 years of age (7,473,298), 66.1% or 4,939,850 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.2% or 306,271 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 85.8% or 1,032,891 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.9% or 25,435 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in New Jersey
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years159,969 (34.0%)25,435 (15.9%)
20 to 24 Years418,029 (72.6%)49,327 (11.8%)
25 to 29 Years500,886 (85.7%)36,064 (7.2%)
30 to 34 Years512,665 (85.4%)28,197 (5.5%)
35 to 44 Years1,032,891 (85.8%)51,645 (5.0%)
45 to 54 Years1,050,445 (84.9%)51,472 (4.9%)
55 to 59 Years516,573 (78.7%)26,345 (5.1%)
60 to 64 Years404,001 (66.0%)20,200 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years289,993 (32.9%)17,690 (6.1%)
75 Years and over54,048 (8.3%)3,189 (5.9%)
Total4,939,850 (66.1%)306,271 (6.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in New Jersey

According to labor force statistics for New Jersey, 82.1% of individuals (4,018,293) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,894,389) are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 212,970 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 88.2% or 1,946,358 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.0% or 21,036 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in New Jersey
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School262,952 (66.7%)31,538 (8.0%)
High School Diploma884,823 (75.3%)86,955 (7.4%)
College / Associate Degree922,630 (82.5%)68,219 (6.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,946,358 (88.2%)79,443 (3.6%)
Total4,018,293 (82.1%)259,403 (5.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in New Jersey

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in New Jersey are Community & Social Service (586,726 | 12.7%), Management (565,714 | 12.2%), Computers, Engineering & Science (354,421 | 7.7%), Education Instruction & Library (336,467 | 7.3%), and Business & Financial (327,082 | 7.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in New Jersey

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in New Jersey, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (85.2%), Computers & Mathematics (75.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (73.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (74.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (72.7%), and Health Technologists (72.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in New Jersey
OccupationMaleFemale
Management339,167 (60.0%)226,547 (40.1%)
Business & Financial167,773 (51.3%)159,309 (48.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science260,395 (73.5%)94,026 (26.5%)
Computers & Mathematics157,737 (75.5%)51,296 (24.5%)
Architecture & Engineering74,461 (85.2%)12,968 (14.8%)
Life, Physical & Social Science28,197 (48.6%)29,762 (51.3%)
Community & Social Service 198,404 (33.8%)388,322 (66.2%)
Education, Arts & Media25,674 (31.3%)56,248 (68.7%)
Legal Services & Support36,369 (50.8%)35,158 (49.1%)
Education Instruction & Library87,452 (26.0%)249,015 (74.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment48,909 (50.5%)47,901 (49.5%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating78,656 (27.3%)209,664 (72.7%)
Health Technologists55,516 (27.3%)147,792 (72.7%)
Total (Category)1,044,395 (49.2%)1,077,868 (50.8%)
Total (Overall)2,437,343 (52.8%)2,182,026 (47.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in New Jersey are Food Preparation & Serving (183,047 | 4.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (141,632 | 3.1%), Healthcare Support (131,912 | 2.9%), Personal Care & Service (122,428 | 2.6%), and Security & Protection (110,970 | 2.4%).
Services Occupations in New Jersey

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in New Jersey, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (86.4%), Security & Protection (80.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (74.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (85.0%), Personal Care & Service (73.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (51.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in New Jersey
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support19,751 (15.0%)112,161 (85.0%)
Security & Protection88,773 (80.0%)22,197 (20.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention45,544 (74.7%)15,396 (25.3%)
Law Enforcement43,229 (86.4%)6,801 (13.6%)
Food Preparation & Serving88,280 (48.2%)94,767 (51.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance85,260 (60.2%)56,372 (39.8%)
Personal Care & Service32,385 (26.5%)90,043 (73.6%)
Total (Category)314,449 (45.6%)375,540 (54.4%)
Total (Overall)2,437,343 (52.8%)2,182,026 (47.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in New Jersey are Office & Administration (511,182 | 11.1%), and Sales & Related (445,582 | 9.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in New Jersey

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in New Jersey
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related238,002 (53.4%)207,580 (46.6%)
Office & Administration136,091 (26.6%)375,091 (73.4%)
Total (Category)374,093 (39.1%)582,671 (60.9%)
Total (Overall)2,437,343 (52.8%)2,182,026 (47.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in New Jersey are Construction & Extraction (201,066 | 4.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (116,261 | 2.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (6,665 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in New Jersey

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in New Jersey
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry4,579 (68.7%)2,086 (31.3%)
Construction & Extraction196,412 (97.7%)4,654 (2.3%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair113,022 (97.2%)3,239 (2.8%)
Total (Category)314,013 (96.9%)9,979 (3.1%)
Total (Overall)2,437,343 (52.8%)2,182,026 (47.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in New Jersey are Transportation (184,198 | 4.0%), Production (176,296 | 3.8%), and Material Moving (165,867 | 3.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in New Jersey

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in New Jersey
OccupationMaleFemale
Production117,925 (66.9%)58,371 (33.1%)
Transportation158,230 (85.9%)25,968 (14.1%)
Material Moving114,238 (68.9%)51,629 (31.1%)
Total (Category)390,393 (74.2%)135,968 (25.8%)
Total (Overall)2,437,343 (52.8%)2,182,026 (47.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in New Jersey

Employment Industries in New Jersey

The major employment industries in New Jersey include Health Care & Social Assistance (629,933 | 13.6%), Retail Trade (493,896 | 10.7%), Educational Services (480,811 | 10.4%), Professional & Scientific (458,952 | 9.9%), and Manufacturing (374,370 | 8.1%).
Employment Industries in New Jersey

Employment Industries by Sex in New Jersey

The New Jersey industries that see more men than women are Construction (90.4%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (85.0%), and Utilities (80.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (76.3%), Educational Services (68.6%), and Enterprise Management (51.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in New Jersey
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting7,861 (64.7%)4,283 (35.3%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction1,784 (85.0%)316 (15.0%)
Construction256,118 (90.4%)27,136 (9.6%)
Manufacturing238,030 (63.6%)136,340 (36.4%)
Wholesale Trade93,291 (65.2%)49,874 (34.8%)
Retail Trade262,415 (53.1%)231,481 (46.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing195,313 (73.3%)71,032 (26.7%)
Utilities28,138 (80.9%)6,655 (19.1%)
Information72,742 (61.5%)45,453 (38.5%)
Finance & Insurance174,959 (56.5%)134,997 (43.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing47,215 (54.1%)40,092 (45.9%)
Professional & Scientific268,136 (58.4%)190,816 (41.6%)
Enterprise Management3,751 (48.7%)3,955 (51.3%)
Administrative & Support106,802 (58.5%)75,634 (41.5%)
Educational Services151,181 (31.4%)329,630 (68.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance149,063 (23.7%)480,870 (76.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation53,720 (56.2%)41,914 (43.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services121,962 (50.0%)121,815 (50.0%)
Public Administration119,925 (59.7%)81,009 (40.3%)
Total2,437,343 (52.8%)2,182,026 (47.2%)

Education in New Jersey

School Enrollment in New Jersey

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,269,781 students in New Jersey are high school (482,788 | 21.3%), college / undergraduate (474,739 | 20.9%), and middle school (467,403 | 20.6%).
School Enrollment in New Jersey
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool157,5786.9%
Kindergarten116,6465.1%
Elementary School431,90119.0%
Middle School467,40320.6%
High School482,78821.3%
College / Undergraduate474,73920.9%
Graduate / Professional138,7266.1%
Total2,269,781100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in New Jersey

Out of a total of 2,269,781 students who are enrolled in schools in New Jersey, 467,575 (20.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,802,206 (79.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 56,986 (42.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 510,338 (89.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in New Jersey
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds76,865 (57.4%)56,986 (42.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old447,034 (85.3%)76,875 (14.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds510,338 (89.0%)62,957 (11.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds305,660 (87.4%)44,280 (12.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds137,971 (73.3%)50,184 (26.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds175,155 (66.7%)87,598 (33.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds82,864 (64.6%)45,374 (35.4%)
35 Years and over65,577 (59.8%)44,063 (40.2%)
Total1,802,206 (79.4%)467,575 (20.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in New Jersey

Business (612,140 | 20.9%), education (301,903 | 10.3%), science & technology (258,038 | 8.8%), social sciences (250,248 | 8.6%), and engineering (242,433 | 8.3%) are the most common fields of study among 2,921,936 individuals in New Jersey who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in New Jersey
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics180,1826.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural152,9895.2%
Physical & Health Sciences97,1233.3%
Psychology161,1085.5%
Social Sciences250,2488.6%
Engineering242,4338.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies18,5850.6%
Science & Technology258,0388.8%
Business612,14020.9%
Education301,90310.3%
Literature & Languages133,3614.6%
Liberal Arts & History133,5124.6%
Visual & Performing Arts118,2704.1%
Communications124,0294.2%
Arts & Humanities138,0154.7%
Total2,921,936100.0%

Transportation & Commute in New Jersey

Vehicle Availability by Sex in New Jersey

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in New Jersey are males with 2 vehicles (964,167, accounting for 40.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (821,053, making up 45.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in New Jersey
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle152,530 (6.4%)133,361 (6.3%)
1 Vehicle514,625 (21.5%)513,863 (24.4%)
2 Vehicles964,167 (40.4%)821,053 (39.0%)
3 Vehicles465,880 (19.5%)398,803 (19.0%)
4 Vehicles201,928 (8.5%)170,713 (8.1%)
5 or more Vehicles89,088 (3.7%)66,189 (3.2%)
Total2,388,218 (100.0%)2,103,982 (100.0%)

Commute Time in New Jersey

The most frequently occuring commute durations in New Jersey are 30 to 34 minutes (538,403 commuters, 13.7%), 15 to 19 minutes (508,824 commuters, 13.0%), and 20 to 24 minutes (504,982 commuters, 12.9%).
Commute Time in New Jersey
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes83,9362.1%
5 to 9 Minutes303,8827.7%
10 to 14 Minutes452,45711.5%
15 to 19 Minutes508,82413.0%
20 to 24 Minutes504,98212.9%
25 to 29 Minutes256,2856.5%
30 to 34 Minutes538,40313.7%
35 to 39 Minutes131,5193.4%
40 to 44 Minutes188,7404.8%
45 to 59 Minutes392,02410.0%
60 to 89 Minutes378,7209.6%
90 or more Minutes187,9854.8%

Commute Time by Sex in New Jersey

The most common commute times in New Jersey are 30 to 34 minutes (295,320 commuters, 14.0%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (255,242 commuters, 14.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in New Jersey
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes44,332 (2.1%)39,604 (2.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes140,001 (6.7%)163,881 (9.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes214,488 (10.2%)237,969 (13.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes253,582 (12.0%)255,242 (14.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes257,247 (12.2%)247,735 (13.6%)
25 to 29 Minutes133,470 (6.3%)122,815 (6.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes295,320 (14.0%)243,083 (13.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes72,520 (3.5%)58,999 (3.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes107,924 (5.1%)80,816 (4.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes229,405 (10.9%)162,619 (8.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes235,321 (11.2%)143,399 (7.9%)
90 or more Minutes119,949 (5.7%)68,036 (3.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in New Jersey

The most frequent times of departure to work in New Jersey are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (298,397, 14.2%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (303,007, 16.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in New Jersey
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM104,608 (5.0%)42,417 (2.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM90,472 (4.3%)31,122 (1.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM106,421 (5.1%)46,114 (2.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM208,981 (9.9%)111,531 (6.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM203,313 (9.7%)152,748 (8.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM298,397 (14.2%)259,209 (14.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM213,678 (10.2%)248,501 (13.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM271,153 (12.9%)303,007 (16.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM127,479 (6.1%)165,894 (9.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM147,026 (7.0%)158,215 (8.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM59,715 (2.8%)64,916 (3.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM28,934 (1.4%)28,067 (1.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM127,492 (6.1%)113,945 (6.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM115,890 (5.5%)98,512 (5.4%)
Total2,103,559 (100.0%)1,824,198 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in New Jersey

Occupancy by Ownership in New Jersey

Of the total 3,438,162 dwellings in New Jersey, owner-occupied units account for 2,195,831 (63.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,242,331 (36.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in New Jersey
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,195,83163.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,242,33136.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,438,162100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in New Jersey

Occupancy by Household Size in New Jersey
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household905,14826.3%
2-Person Household1,072,04531.2%
3-Person Household587,04917.1%
4+ Person Household873,92025.4%
Total Housing Units3,438,162100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in New Jersey

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in New Jersey
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household455,949 (50.4%)449,199 (49.6%)
2-Person Household732,611 (68.3%)339,434 (31.7%)
3-Person Household390,570 (66.5%)196,479 (33.5%)
4+ Person Household616,701 (70.6%)257,219 (29.4%)
Total Housing Units2,195,831 (63.9%)1,242,331 (36.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in New Jersey

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in New Jersey
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School110,856 (39.9%)167,132 (60.1%)
High School Diploma458,943 (56.7%)350,117 (43.3%)
College/Associate Degree498,672 (61.8%)308,660 (38.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,127,360 (73.0%)416,422 (27.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in New Jersey

Occupancy by Age of Householder in New Jersey
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years505,91614.7%
35 to 44 Years605,99617.6%
45 to 54 Years674,04719.6%
55 to 64 Years718,33320.9%
65 to 74 Years528,09615.4%
75 to 84 Years278,7238.1%
85 Years and Over127,0513.7%
Total3,438,162100.0%

Housing Finances in New Jersey

Median Income by Occupancy in New Jersey

Median Income by Occupancy in New Jersey
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,195,831 (63.9%)$125,945
Renter-Occupied1,242,331 (36.1%)$57,953
Average3,438,162 (100.0%)$97,126

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in New Jersey

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in New Jersey
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00029,336 (1.3%)58,212 (4.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99916,121 (0.7%)36,251 (2.9%)
$10,000 to $14,99926,642 (1.2%)75,966 (6.1%)
$15,000 to $19,99929,087 (1.3%)58,118 (4.7%)
$20,000 to $24,99938,930 (1.8%)59,341 (4.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99983,962 (3.8%)113,036 (9.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999133,065 (6.1%)148,199 (11.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999245,573 (11.2%)209,970 (16.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999244,986 (11.2%)152,744 (12.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999448,662 (20.4%)171,673 (13.8%)
$150,000 or more899,467 (41.0%)158,821 (12.8%)
Total2,195,831 (100.0%)1,242,331 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in New Jersey

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in New Jersey
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30022,352 (1.0%)40,317 (3.3%)
$300 to $49934,833 (1.6%)40,759 (3.3%)
$500 to $799108,922 (5.0%)51,982 (4.2%)
$800 to $999137,084 (6.2%)63,438 (5.1%)
$1,000 to $1,499394,498 (18.0%)354,149 (28.5%)
$1,500 to $1,999339,191 (15.4%)341,267 (27.5%)
$2,000 to $2,499303,182 (13.8%)170,508 (13.7%)
$2,500 to $2,999256,414 (11.7%)69,000 (5.6%)
$3,000 or more599,355 (27.3%)75,240 (6.1%)
Total2,195,831 (100.0%)1,242,331 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in New Jersey

Housing Structures in New Jersey

Housing Structures in New Jersey
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,840,79953.5%
Single Unit, Attached326,0789.5%
2 Unit Apartments298,1868.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments210,0856.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments161,3144.7%
10 or more Apartments572,02916.6%
Mobile Home / Other29,6710.9%
Total3,438,162100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in New Jersey

Housing Structures by Occupancy in New Jersey
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,692,915 (92.0%)147,884 (8.0%)
Single Unit, Attached221,769 (68.0%)104,309 (32.0%)
2 Unit Apartments102,737 (34.4%)195,449 (65.5%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments37,716 (17.9%)172,369 (82.1%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments29,769 (18.4%)131,545 (81.6%)
10 or more Apartments87,572 (15.3%)484,457 (84.7%)
Mobile Home / Other23,353 (78.7%)6,318 (21.3%)
Total2,195,831 (63.9%)1,242,331 (36.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in New Jersey

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in New Jersey
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room8,039 (0.4%)81,293 (6.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms68,838 (3.1%)377,196 (30.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms477,272 (21.7%)569,224 (45.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms784,429 (35.7%)162,861 (13.1%)
8 or more Rooms857,253 (39.0%)51,757 (4.2%)
Total2,195,831 (100.0%)1,242,331 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in New Jersey

Housing Structure by Heating Type in New Jersey
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,722,467 (78.4%)816,103 (65.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas50,796 (2.3%)31,754 (2.6%)
Electricity192,810 (8.8%)317,983 (25.6%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene200,161 (9.1%)45,887 (3.7%)
Coal or Coke846 (0.0%)398 (0.0%)
All other Fuels22,857 (1.0%)10,517 (0.9%)
No Fuel Used5,894 (0.3%)19,689 (1.6%)
Total2,195,831 (100.0%)1,242,331 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in New Jersey

Household Vehicle Usage in New Jersey
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle80,750 (3.7%)307,052 (24.7%)
1 Vehicle600,887 (27.4%)584,601 (47.1%)
2 Vehicles947,836 (43.2%)280,097 (22.6%)
3 or more Vehicles566,358 (25.8%)70,581 (5.7%)
Total2,195,831 (100.0%)1,242,331 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in New Jersey

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in New Jersey

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units774,4221,421,409
Median Property Value$379,700$413,900
Median Household Income$93,185$675,117
Monthly Housing Costs$1,175$581,756
Real Estate Taxes$9,024$24,098

Property Value by Mortgage Status in New Jersey

Property Value by Mortgage Status in New Jersey
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00030,775 (4.0%)22,447 (1.6%)
$50,000 to $99,99927,273 (3.5%)19,313 (1.4%)
$100,000 to $299,999218,681 (28.2%)369,488 (26.0%)
$300,000 to $499,999258,458 (33.4%)506,891 (35.7%)
$500,000 to $749,999144,897 (18.7%)303,881 (21.4%)
$750,000 to $999,99952,217 (6.7%)117,878 (8.3%)
$1,000,000 or more42,121 (5.4%)81,511 (5.7%)
Total774,422 (100.0%)1,421,409 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in New Jersey

Household Income by Mortgage Status in New Jersey
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00025,934 (3.4%)37,959 (2.7%)
$10,000 to $24,99960,069 (7.8%)19,523 (1.4%)
$25,000 to $34,99949,981 (6.5%)34,590 (2.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99971,212 (9.2%)33,981 (2.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999111,444 (14.4%)61,853 (4.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99991,906 (11.9%)134,129 (9.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999139,526 (18.0%)153,080 (10.8%)
$150,000 or more224,350 (29.0%)309,136 (21.7%)
Total774,422 (100.0%)1,421,409 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in New Jersey

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in New Jersey
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x175,820 (22.7%)143,426 (10.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x134,415 (17.4%)393,767 (27.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x100,285 (13.0%)380,374 (26.8%)
4.0x or more356,187 (46.0%)229,197 (16.1%)
Total774,422 (100.0%)1,421,409 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in New Jersey

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in New Jersey
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80010,322 (1.3%)5,419 (0.4%)
$800 to $1,49912,177 (1.6%)12,216 (0.9%)
$800 to $1,499711,676 (91.9%)11,350 (0.8%)
Total774,422 (100.0%)1,421,409 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in New Jersey

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in New Jersey

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in New Jersey
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years610,909 (96.8%)20,004 (3.2%)
6 to 18 Years1,436,885 (95.5%)67,639 (4.5%)
19 to 25 Years699,471 (88.5%)90,572 (11.5%)
26 to 34 Years910,450 (86.2%)145,240 (13.8%)
35 to 44 Years1,042,594 (87.6%)147,748 (12.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,113,214 (90.6%)114,877 (9.3%)
55 to 64 Years1,175,046 (93.4%)83,354 (6.6%)
65 to 74 Years860,465 (98.7%)11,237 (1.3%)
75 Years and older619,155 (99.2%)4,896 (0.8%)
Total8,468,189 (92.5%)685,567 (7.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in New Jersey

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in New Jersey
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born610,909 (96.8%)20,004 (3.2%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,436,885 (95.5%)67,639 (4.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen699,471 (88.5%)90,572 (11.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in New Jersey

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in New Jersey
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000656,790 (87.8%)91,072 (12.2%)
$25,000 to $49,999878,103 (86.2%)141,041 (13.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999930,622 (87.5%)132,518 (12.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999906,470 (90.5%)95,496 (9.5%)
$100,000 and over5,008,206 (95.8%)221,376 (4.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in New Jersey

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in New Jersey
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6225,490 (35.7%)408,033 (64.7%)
6 to 18 Years466,185 (31.0%)1,023,979 (68.1%)
19 to 25 Years138,148 (17.5%)580,212 (73.4%)
25 to 34 Years168,687 (16.0%)763,828 (72.4%)
35 to 44 Years162,746 (13.7%)906,817 (76.2%)
45 to 54 Years161,521 (13.2%)981,879 (79.9%)
55 to 64 Years217,475 (17.3%)1,008,029 (80.1%)
65 to 74 Years797,283 (91.5%)518,357 (59.5%)
75 Years and over612,018 (98.1%)370,939 (59.4%)
Total2,949,553 (32.2%)6,562,073 (71.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in New Jersey

Disability Status by Sex by Age in New Jersey
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,639 (0.6%)782 (0.3%)
5 to 17 Years44,744 (5.9%)25,374 (3.5%)
18 to 34 Years58,877 (5.9%)50,233 (5.2%)
35 to 64 Years157,908 (8.7%)178,460 (9.6%)
65 to 74 Years81,301 (20.1%)93,419 (20.0%)
75 Years and over102,023 (40.9%)171,279 (45.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in New Jersey

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in New Jersey: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,069 (0.4%)509 (0.2%)
5 to 17 Years3,098 (0.4%)2,575 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years6,788 (0.7%)4,945 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years33,291 (1.8%)22,971 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years31,767 (7.9%)19,516 (4.2%)
75 Years and over50,628 (20.3%)60,449 (16.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in New Jersey: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years863 (0.3%)391 (0.2%)
5 to 17 Years5,811 (0.8%)5,324 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years10,063 (1.0%)12,299 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years32,192 (1.8%)36,471 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years12,794 (3.2%)16,319 (3.5%)
75 Years and over18,009 (7.2%)30,645 (8.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in New Jersey: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years36,155 (4.7%)17,491 (2.4%)
18 to 34 Years40,183 (4.0%)30,812 (3.2%)
35 to 64 Years61,173 (3.4%)62,616 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years17,025 (4.2%)17,948 (3.8%)
75 Years and over23,961 (9.6%)46,173 (12.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in New Jersey: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3,808 (0.5%)2,601 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years8,256 (0.8%)8,739 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years71,076 (3.9%)98,500 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years44,850 (11.1%)64,463 (13.8%)
75 Years and over61,496 (24.6%)125,718 (33.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in New Jersey: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years9,954 (1.3%)4,323 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years9,655 (1.0%)6,983 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years29,322 (1.6%)32,806 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years14,718 (3.6%)16,452 (3.5%)
75 Years and over24,705 (9.9%)54,137 (14.5%)

Technology Access in New Jersey

Computing Device Access in New Jersey

Computing Device Access in New Jersey
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,847,83882.8%
Smartphone3,051,12888.7%
Tablet2,289,28966.6%
No Computing Device187,3925.4%
Total3,438,162100.0%

Internet Access in New Jersey

Internet Access in New Jersey
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet4,9040.1%
Broadband Home2,732,98679.5%
Cellular Data Only323,1059.4%
Satellite Internet137,3694.0%
No Internet318,9909.3%
Total3,438,162100.0%

New Jersey Summary

New Jersey is a state located in the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. It is bordered by New York to the north and east, Pennsylvania to the west, and Delaware to the south. New Jersey is the fourth smallest state by area but the 11th most populous, with 8,882,190 residents as of 2019. It is the most densely populated state in the country.

History

The area that is now New Jersey was inhabited by Native Americans for thousands of years before the arrival of Europeans. The Lenape were the dominant tribe in the area, and their name for the region was "Scheyichbi," which means "land between the streams." The first Europeans to explore the area were the Dutch, who established a trading post in 1614. The Dutch colony of New Netherland was established in 1624, and the area that is now New Jersey was part of it. In 1664, the English took control of the colony and renamed it New Jersey after the Isle of Jersey in the English Channel.
The colony was divided into East and West Jersey in 1674, and the two were reunited in 1702. New Jersey was one of the original 13 colonies that declared independence from Britain in 1776. During the Revolutionary War, New Jersey was a major battleground, and the state was the site of several important battles, including the Battle of Trenton and the Battle of Princeton.

Geography

New Jersey is located in the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. It is bordered by New York to the north and east, Pennsylvania to the west, and Delaware to the south. The state has a total area of 8,722 square miles, making it the fourth smallest state by area.
New Jersey is divided into three distinct geographic regions. The northern part of the state is known as the Highlands, and it is characterized by rolling hills and valleys. The central part of the state is known as the Piedmont, and it is characterized by flat plains and rolling hills. The southern part of the state is known as the Atlantic Coastal Plain, and it is characterized by flat plains and sandy beaches.

Economy

New Jersey has a diverse economy that is driven by a variety of industries. The state is home to several major corporations, including Johnson & Johnson, Prudential Financial, and Merck & Co. The state is also home to several major ports, including the Port of Newark and the Port of Elizabeth.
The state's economy is also driven by tourism. New Jersey is home to several popular tourist destinations, including Atlantic City, the Jersey Shore, and the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.

Demographics

As of 2019, New Jersey had a population of 8,882,190, making it the 11th most populous state in the country. The state is home to a diverse population, with the largest ethnic groups being White (66.2%), Hispanic or Latino (19.2%), and Black or African American (13.5%).
The median household income in New Jersey is $80,088, and the median home value is $323,400. The state has a poverty rate of 10.2%, and the unemployment rate is 4.2%.
New Jersey is home to several major cities, including Newark, Jersey City, and Paterson. The state capital is Trenton.

Common Questions

When was New Jersey Incorporated?
New Jersey was Incorporated into the Union on Dec 18, 1787.
What is the Total Area of New Jersey?
Total Area of New Jersey is 8,723 Square Miles.
What is the Total Land Area of New Jersey?
Total Land Area of New Jersey is 7,354 Square Miles.
What is the Total Water Area of New Jersey?
Total Water Area of New Jersey is 1,369 Square Miles.
What is the Average Elevation in New Jersey?
Average Elevation in New Jersey is 250 Feet.
What is the Highest Elevation in New Jersey?
Highest Elevation in New Jersey is 1,803 Feet.
What is the Lowest Elevation in New Jersey?
Lowest Elevation in New Jersey is 0 Feet.
What is the Population Density in New Jersey?
Population Density in New Jersey is 1,257.7 People per Square Mile.
What is the Total Population of New Jersey?
Total Population of New Jersey is 9,249,063.
What is the Total Male Population of New Jersey?
Total Male Population of New Jersey is 4,556,331.
What is the Total Female Population of New Jersey?
Total Female Population of New Jersey is 4,692,732.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in New Jersey?
There are 97.09 Males per 100 Females in New Jersey.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in New Jersey?
There are 102.99 Females per 100 Males in New Jersey.
What is the Median Population Age in New Jersey?
Median Population Age in New Jersey is 40.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in New Jersey
Average Family Size in New Jersey is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in New Jersey
Average Household Size in New Jersey is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in New Jersey?
Per Capita income in New Jersey is $50,995.
What is the Median Family Income in New Jersey?
Median Family Income in New Jersey is $119,240.
What is the Median Household income in New Jersey?
Median Household Income in New Jersey is $97,126.
What is Income or Wage Gap in New Jersey?
Income or Wage Gap in New Jersey is 29.5%.
Women in New Jersey earn 70.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in New Jersey?
Family Income Deficit in New Jersey is $10,841.
Families that are below poverty line in New Jersey earn $10,841 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in New Jersey?
Inequality or Gini Index in New Jersey is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in New Jersey?
There are 4,939,850 People in the Labor Forcein in New Jersey.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in New Jersey?
66.1% of People are in the Labor Force in New Jersey.
What is the Unemployment Rate in New Jersey?
Unemployment Rate in New Jersey is 6.2%.