Ridgefield Park, NJ
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13,161
TOTAL POPULATION
6,317
MALE POPULATION
6,844
FEMALE POPULATION
92.30
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.34
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$42,695
PER CAPITA INCOME
$111,050
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$94,047
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
39.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
60.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
7,773
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
73.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
10.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Ridgefield Park Zip Codes
Race in Ridgefield Park
The most populous races in Ridgefield Park are White / Caucasian (7,246 | 55.1%), Hispanic or Latino (6,791 | 51.6%), and Two or more Races (2,942 | 22.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 902 | 6.9% |
| Black / African American | 839 | 6.4% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6,791 | 51.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 102 | 0.8% |
| White / Caucasian | 7,246 | 55.1% |
| Two or more Races | 2,942 | 22.4% |
| Some other Race | 1,130 | 8.6% |
| Total | 13,161 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Ridgefield Park
The most populous ancestries reported in Ridgefield Park are Dominican (2,498 | 19.0%), South American (2,197 | 16.7%), Italian (1,560 | 11.8%), Irish (1,052 | 8.0%), and German (981 | 7.4%), together accounting for 63.0% of all Ridgefield Park residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 223 | 1.7% |
| Albanian | 116 | 0.9% |
| American | 158 | 1.2% |
| Arab | 406 | 3.1% |
| Argentinean | 140 | 1.1% |
| Armenian | 20 | 0.2% |
| Austrian | 62 | 0.5% |
| Bhutanese | 57 | 0.4% |
| Bolivian | 171 | 1.3% |
| Brazilian | 52 | 0.4% |
| British | 26 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 337 | 2.6% |
| Central American | 693 | 5.3% |
| Central American Indian | 68 | 0.5% |
| Colombian | 825 | 6.3% |
| Costa Rican | 114 | 0.9% |
| Cuban | 381 | 2.9% |
| Czech | 42 | 0.3% |
| Danish | 10 | 0.1% |
| Delaware | 3 | 0.0% |
| Dominican | 2,498 | 19.0% |
| Dutch | 26 | 0.2% |
| Dutch West Indian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Eastern European | 12 | 0.1% |
| Ecuadorian | 919 | 7.0% |
| Egyptian | 313 | 2.4% |
| English | 201 | 1.5% |
| French | 125 | 0.9% |
| German | 981 | 7.4% |
| Greek | 213 | 1.6% |
| Guatemalan | 262 | 2.0% |
| Haitian | 86 | 0.6% |
| Honduran | 212 | 1.6% |
| Hungarian | 15 | 0.1% |
| Indian (Asian) | 125 | 0.9% |
| Irish | 1,052 | 8.0% |
| Italian | 1,560 | 11.8% |
| Jamaican | 315 | 2.4% |
| Korean | 174 | 1.3% |
| Mexican | 79 | 0.6% |
| Nicaraguan | 17 | 0.1% |
| Northern European | 19 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 68 | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 22 | 0.2% |
| Palestinian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Paraguayan | 59 | 0.4% |
| Peruvian | 24 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 167 | 1.3% |
| Puerto Rican | 712 | 5.4% |
| Romanian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 200 | 1.5% |
| Salvadoran | 88 | 0.7% |
| Scotch-Irish | 62 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 95 | 0.7% |
| Slavic | 18 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 7 | 0.1% |
| South American | 2,197 | 16.7% |
| Spaniard | 43 | 0.3% |
| Spanish | 21 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 223 | 1.7% |
| Swedish | 217 | 1.7% |
| Syrian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 173 | 1.3% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 26 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 60 | 0.5% |
| Uruguayan | 29 | 0.2% |
| Venezuelan | 30 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 8 | 0.1% |
| West Indian | 57 | 0.4% | View All 69 Rows |
Immigrants in Ridgefield Park
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Ridgefield Park came from Latin America (3,579 | 27.2%), Caribbean (1,769 | 13.4%), South America (1,412 | 10.7%), Dominican Republic (1,297 | 9.9%), and Asia (719 | 5.5%), together accounting for 66.7% of all Ridgefield Park residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 113 | 0.9% |
| Albania | 70 | 0.5% |
| Argentina | 136 | 1.0% |
| Asia | 719 | 5.5% |
| Austria | 18 | 0.1% |
| Bolivia | 80 | 0.6% |
| Brazil | 63 | 0.5% |
| Caribbean | 1,769 | 13.4% |
| Central America | 398 | 3.0% |
| China | 43 | 0.3% |
| Colombia | 380 | 2.9% |
| Costa Rica | 18 | 0.1% |
| Cuba | 242 | 1.8% |
| Czechoslovakia | 7 | 0.1% |
| Dominican Republic | 1,297 | 9.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 335 | 2.5% |
| Eastern Europe | 229 | 1.7% |
| Ecuador | 617 | 4.7% |
| Egypt | 104 | 0.8% |
| El Salvador | 24 | 0.2% |
| England | 12 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 549 | 4.2% |
| France | 15 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 44 | 0.3% |
| Greece | 131 | 1.0% |
| Guatemala | 178 | 1.3% |
| Haiti | 44 | 0.3% |
| Honduras | 147 | 1.1% |
| Hungary | 6 | 0.1% |
| India | 73 | 0.5% |
| Iraq | 45 | 0.3% |
| Ireland | 34 | 0.3% |
| Italy | 40 | 0.3% |
| Jamaica | 164 | 1.3% |
| Japan | 18 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 274 | 2.1% |
| Kuwait | 33 | 0.3% |
| Latin America | 3,579 | 27.2% |
| Malaysia | 9 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 14 | 0.1% |
| Morocco | 1 | 0.0% |
| Nicaragua | 17 | 0.1% |
| North Macedonia | 10 | 0.1% |
| Northern Africa | 105 | 0.8% |
| Northern Europe | 72 | 0.5% |
| Pakistan | 59 | 0.4% |
| Philippines | 120 | 0.9% |
| Poland | 29 | 0.2% |
| Scotland | 10 | 0.1% |
| South Africa | 8 | 0.1% |
| South America | 1,412 | 10.7% |
| South Central Asia | 132 | 1.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 154 | 1.2% |
| Southern Europe | 171 | 1.3% |
| Thailand | 17 | 0.1% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 12 | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 9 | 0.1% |
| Ukraine | 91 | 0.7% |
| Uruguay | 29 | 0.2% |
| Venezuela | 32 | 0.2% |
| Vietnam | 8 | 0.1% |
| Western Asia | 87 | 0.7% |
| Western Europe | 77 | 0.6% | View All 63 Rows |
Sex and Age in Ridgefield Park
Sex and Age in Ridgefield Park
The most populous age groups in Ridgefield Park are 30 to 34 Years (649 | 10.3%) for men and 30 to 34 Years (654 | 9.6%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 483 (7.6%) | 422 (6.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 143 (2.3%) | 398 (5.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 625 (9.9%) | 345 (5.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 242 (3.8%) | 402 (5.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 410 (6.5%) | 399 (5.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 333 (5.3%) | 390 (5.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 649 (10.3%) | 654 (9.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 425 (6.7%) | 413 (6.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 482 (7.6%) | 562 (8.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 327 (5.2%) | 500 (7.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 460 (7.3%) | 323 (4.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 414 (6.6%) | 490 (7.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 473 (7.5%) | 462 (6.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 235 (3.7%) | 337 (4.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 266 (4.2%) | 292 (4.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 197 (3.1%) | 150 (2.2%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 71 (1.1%) | 188 (2.8%) |
| 85 Years and over | 82 (1.3%) | 117 (1.7%) |
| Total | 6,317 (100.0%) | 6,844 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Ridgefield Park
Median Family Size in Ridgefield Park
The median family size in Ridgefield Park is 3.15 persons per family, with married-couple families (2,169 | 66.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.31 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (402 | 12.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.77 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,169 (66.3%) | 3.31 |
| Single Male/Father | 402 (12.3%) | 2.77 |
| Single Female/Mother | 701 (21.4%) | 2.85 |
| Total Families | 3,272 (100.0%) | 3.15 |
Median Household Size in Ridgefield Park
The median household size in Ridgefield Park is 2.59 persons per household, with single male/father households (402 | 7.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.03 persons per household. non-family households (1,798 | 35.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,169 (42.8%) | 3.32 |
| Single Male/Father | 402 (7.9%) | 4.03 |
| Single Female/Mother | 701 (13.8%) | 2.98 |
| Non-family | 1,798 (35.5%) | 1.24 |
| Total Households | 5,070 (100.0%) | 2.59 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Ridgefield Park
Out of a total of 5,070 households in Ridgefield Park, 3,272 (64.5%) are family households, while 1,798 (35.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,147, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,436.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,436 (28.3%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,147 (22.6%) | 328 (6.5%) |
| 3-Person Households | 738 (14.6%) | 20 (0.4%) |
| 4-Person Households | 820 (16.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 308 (6.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 253 (5.0%) | 14 (0.3%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 6 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,272 (64.5%) | 1,798 (35.5%) |
Female Fertility in Ridgefield Park
Fertility by Age in Ridgefield Park
Average fertility rate in Ridgefield Park is 101.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 204.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 87.5% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 295 (87.5%) | 204.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 42 (12.5%) | 28.0 |
| Total | 337 (100.0%) | 101.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ridgefield Park
37.4% of women with births (337) in Ridgefield Park are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 71.5% 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 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 84 (28.5%) | 211 (71.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 126 (37.4%) | 211 (62.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Ridgefield Park
Average fertility rate in Ridgefield Park is 101.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the highest fertility rate of 184.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 49.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 50.7% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 41 (12.2%) | 80.0 |
| High School Diploma | 33 (9.8%) | 49.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 171 (50.7%) | 184.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 45 (13.4%) | 59.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 47 (14.0%) | 102.0 |
| Total | 337 (100.0%) | 101.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ridgefield Park
62.6% of women with births in Ridgefield Park are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 94.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 41 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 9 (5.3%) | 162 (94.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 8 (17.8%) | 37 (82.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 35 (74.5%) | 12 (25.5%) |
| Total | 126 (37.4%) | 211 (62.6%) |
Income in Ridgefield Park
Income Overview in Ridgefield Park
Per Capita Income in Ridgefield Park is $42,695, while median incomes of families and households are $111,050 and $94,047 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 13,161 | $42,695 |
| Median Family Income | 3,272 | $111,050 |
| Mean Family Income | 3,272 | $126,322 |
| Median Household Income | 5,070 | $94,047 |
| Mean Household Income | 5,070 | $110,014 |
| Income Deficit | 3,272 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 13,161 | 39.15% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 13,161 | 60.85¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 13,161 | 0.41 |
Earnings by Sex in Ridgefield Park
Average Earnings in Ridgefield Park are $53,134, $62,217 for men and $37,857 for women, a difference of 39.2%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,783 (48.9%) | $62,217 |
| Female | 3,958 (51.1%) | $37,857 |
| Total | 7,741 (100.0%) | $53,134 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ridgefield Park
The most common earnings brackets in Ridgefield Park are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (727 | 19.2%) and $100,000+ for women (722 | 18.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 101 (2.7%) | 311 (7.9%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 162 (4.3%) | 65 (1.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 87 (2.3%) | 114 (2.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 68 (1.8%) | 110 (2.8%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 19 (0.5%) | 197 (5.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 56 (1.5%) | 144 (3.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 10 (0.3%) | 62 (1.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 93 (2.5%) | 88 (2.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 16 (0.4%) | 171 (4.3%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 81 (2.1%) | 310 (7.8%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 104 (2.8%) | 271 (6.9%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 88 (2.3%) | 75 (1.9%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 137 (3.6%) | 109 (2.8%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 177 (4.7%) | 86 (2.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 134 (3.5%) | 171 (4.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 219 (5.8%) | 142 (3.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 426 (11.3%) | 121 (3.1%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 414 (10.9%) | 390 (9.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 727 (19.2%) | 299 (7.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 664 (17.5%) | 722 (18.2%) |
| Total | 3,783 (100.0%) | 3,958 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ridgefield Park
Average earnings in Ridgefield Park are $67,737 for men and $47,141 for women, a difference of 30.4%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $92,645, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $42,228. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $94,583, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,185.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $92,645 | $23,185 |
| High School Diploma | $42,228 | $29,769 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $70,731 | $29,286 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $74,000 | $68,656 |
| Graduate Degree | $81,410 | $94,583 |
| Total | $67,737 | $47,141 |
Family Income in Ridgefield Park
Family Income Brackets in Ridgefield Park
According to the Ridgefield Park family income data, there are 697 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 26 families (0.8%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 134 | 4.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 26 | 0.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 167 | 5.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 219 | 6.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 232 | 7.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 321 | 9.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 344 | 10.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 697 | 21.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 537 | 16.4% |
| $200,000+ | 596 | 18.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ridgefield Park
5-person families (265 | 8.1%) account for the highest median family income in Ridgefield Park with $187,798 per family, while 2-person families (1,241 | 37.9%) have the highest median income of $50,559 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,241 (37.9%) | $101,118 |
| 3-Person Families | 893 (27.3%) | $93,458 |
| 4-Person Families | 726 (22.2%) | $122,963 |
| 5-Person Families | 265 (8.1%) | $187,798 |
| 6-Person Families | 141 (4.3%) | $111,354 |
| 7+ Person Families | 6 (0.2%) | $0 |
| Total | 3,272 (100.0%) | $111,050 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Ridgefield Park
The median family income in Ridgefield Park is $111,050, with families comprising 3+ earners (527) having the highest median family income of $187,996, while families with no earners (301) have the lowest median family income of $23,102, accounting for 16.1% and 9.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 301 (9.2%) | $23,102 |
| 1 Earner | 1,121 (34.3%) | $74,497 |
| 2 Earners | 1,323 (40.4%) | $144,489 |
| 3+ Earners | 527 (16.1%) | $187,996 |
| Total | 3,272 (100.0%) | $111,050 |
Household Income in Ridgefield Park
Household Income Brackets in Ridgefield Park
With 1,090 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Ridgefield Park, accounting for 21.5% of all households. In contrast, only 61 households (1.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 238 | 4.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 61 | 1.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 284 | 5.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 314 | 6.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 548 | 10.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 766 | 15.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 406 | 8.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,090 | 21.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 649 | 12.8% |
| $200,000+ | 710 | 14.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Ridgefield Park
The median household income in Ridgefield Park is $94,047, with the highest median household income of $115,362 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,031 households (40.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 95 households (1.9%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 95 (1.9%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,773 (35.0%) | $92,321 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,031 (40.1%) | $115,362 |
| 65+ Years | 1,171 (23.1%) | $55,817 |
| Total | 5,070 (100.0%) | $94,047 |
Poverty in Ridgefield Park
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ridgefield Park
With 8.9% poverty level for males and 14.3% for females among the residents of Ridgefield Park, under 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 125 males (30.0%) and 112 females (83.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 125 (30.0%) | 41 (9.7%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 52 (18.7%) | 64 (13.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 49 (14.1%) | 59 (26.5%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 112 (83.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 53 (22.6%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 37 (7.4%) | 22 (5.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 152 (15.5%) | 161 (15.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 24 (2.6%) | 211 (21.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 35 (4.4%) | 55 (6.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 45 (5.1%) | 101 (10.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 17 (3.4%) | 35 (5.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (2.3%) | 60 (13.2%) |
| Total | 544 (8.9%) | 974 (14.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ridgefield Park
According to the poverty statistics in Ridgefield Park, males aged 15 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 292 (70.0%) | 381 (90.3%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 226 (81.3%) | 404 (86.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 299 (85.9%) | 164 (73.5%) |
| 15 Years | 77 (100.0%) | 23 (17.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 73 (100.0%) | 182 (77.4%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 465 (92.6%) | 409 (94.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 830 (84.5%) | 883 (84.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 883 (97.4%) | 764 (78.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 752 (95.6%) | 768 (93.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 842 (94.9%) | 851 (89.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 484 (96.6%) | 594 (94.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 342 (97.7%) | 395 (86.8%) |
| Total | 5,565 (91.1%) | 5,851 (85.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ridgefield Park
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Ridgefield Park show that 4.3% or 93 of the total 2,169 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 26.4%, comprising of 24 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.6%, which includes 18 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,116 (98.4%) | 18 (1.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 893 (94.6%) | 51 (5.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 67 (73.6%) | 24 (26.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,076 (95.7%) | 93 (4.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ridgefield Park
According to the poverty data in Ridgefield Park, 9.5% or 38 single-father households and 28.8% or 202 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 38 households (13.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 38 (13.7%) | 160 (36.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 38 (9.5%) | 202 (28.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ridgefield Park
The poverty data for Ridgefield Park shows that 93 of the married-couple family households (4.3%) and 240 of the single-parent households (21.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 households (26.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 household (71.2%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 18 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 51 (5.4%) | 198 (27.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 24 (26.4%) | 42 (71.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 93 (4.3%) | 240 (21.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Ridgefield Park
Employment by Class of Employer in Ridgefield Park
Among the 6,872 employed individuals in Ridgefield Park, private company employees (4,871 | 70.9%), local government employees (684 | 10.0%), and not-for-profit organizations (473 | 6.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,871 | 70.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 233 | 3.4% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 384 | 5.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 473 | 6.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 684 | 10.0% |
| State Government Employees | 119 | 1.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 108 | 1.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 6,872 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Ridgefield Park
According to the labor force statistics for Ridgefield Park, out of the total population over 16 years of age (10,533), 73.8% or 7,773 individuals are in the labor force, with 10.3% or 801 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 98.1% or 709 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 30 to 34 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 19.0% or 186 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 172 (39.8%) | 13 (7.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 673 (83.2%) | 107 (15.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 709 (98.1%) | 92 (13.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 979 (75.1%) | 186 (19.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,795 (95.4%) | 171 (9.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,438 (89.3%) | 93 (6.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 822 (90.9%) | 94 (11.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 737 (78.8%) | 37 (5.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 363 (32.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 87 (10.8%) | 9 (10.3%) |
| Total | 7,773 (73.8%) | 801 (10.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ridgefield Park
According to labor force statistics for Ridgefield Park, 88.1% of individuals (6,482) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (7,357) are in the labor force, with 10.4% or 674 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 95.8% or 2,634 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 39.9% or 135 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 338 (76.3%) | 177 (39.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,616 (87.9%) | 169 (9.2%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,893 (81.4%) | 358 (15.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,634 (95.8%) | 104 (3.8%) |
| Total | 6,482 (88.1%) | 765 (10.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Ridgefield Park
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ridgefield Park are Community & Social Service (911 | 13.1%), Management (843 | 12.1%), Education Instruction & Library (542 | 7.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (470 | 6.7%), and Business & Financial (402 | 5.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ridgefield Park, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (90.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (80.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (79.1%), Community & Social Service (64.5%), and Legal Services & Support (64.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 522 (61.9%) | 321 (38.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 225 (56.0%) | 177 (44.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 316 (80.2%) | 78 (19.8%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 249 (90.2%) | 27 (9.8%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 58 (53.2%) | 51 (46.8%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 9 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 323 (35.5%) | 588 (64.5%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 77 (40.1%) | 115 (59.9%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 22 (35.5%) | 40 (64.5%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 200 (36.9%) | 342 (63.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 24 (20.9%) | 91 (79.1%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 242 (51.5%) | 228 (48.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 86 (37.9%) | 141 (62.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,628 (53.9%) | 1,392 (46.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,445 (49.4%) | 3,528 (50.6%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Ridgefield Park are Healthcare Support (331 | 4.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (241 | 3.5%), Personal Care & Service (198 | 2.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (163 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (73 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Ridgefield Park, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (72.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (61.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (84.3%), Personal Care & Service (81.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (70.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 52 (15.7%) | 279 (84.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 53 (72.6%) | 20 (27.4%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 32 (61.5%) | 20 (38.5%) |
| Law Enforcement | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 71 (29.5%) | 170 (70.5%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 70 (42.9%) | 93 (57.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 37 (18.7%) | 161 (81.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 283 (28.1%) | 723 (71.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,445 (49.4%) | 3,528 (50.6%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Ridgefield Park are Office & Administration (1,115 | 16.0%), and Sales & Related (717 | 10.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 348 (48.5%) | 369 (51.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 284 (25.5%) | 831 (74.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 632 (34.5%) | 1,200 (65.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,445 (49.4%) | 3,528 (50.6%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Ridgefield Park are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (177 | 2.5%), and Construction & Extraction (104 | 1.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 104 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 177 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 281 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,445 (49.4%) | 3,528 (50.6%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Ridgefield Park are Transportation (341 | 4.9%), Production (300 | 4.3%), and Material Moving (193 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 232 (77.3%) | 68 (22.7%) |
| Transportation | 295 (86.5%) | 46 (13.5%) |
| Material Moving | 94 (48.7%) | 99 (51.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 621 (74.5%) | 213 (25.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,445 (49.4%) | 3,528 (50.6%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Ridgefield Park
Employment Industries in Ridgefield Park
The major employment industries in Ridgefield Park include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,325 | 19.0%), Retail Trade (800 | 11.5%), Manufacturing (758 | 10.9%), Educational Services (619 | 8.9%), and Professional & Scientific (559 | 8.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Ridgefield Park
The Ridgefield Park industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (80.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (75.0%), Wholesale Trade (74.4%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (73.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 180 (78.6%) | 49 (21.4%) |
| Manufacturing | 450 (59.4%) | 308 (40.6%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 63 (25.6%) | 183 (74.4%) |
| Retail Trade | 337 (42.1%) | 463 (57.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 438 (80.1%) | 109 (19.9%) |
| Utilities | 17 (25.0%) | 51 (75.0%) |
| Information | 132 (63.2%) | 77 (36.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 75 (41.4%) | 106 (58.6%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 68 (50.7%) | 66 (49.2%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 304 (54.4%) | 255 (45.6%) |
| Enterprise Management | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 140 (74.9%) | 47 (25.1%) |
| Educational Services | 235 (38.0%) | 384 (62.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 509 (38.4%) | 816 (61.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 32 (26.2%) | 90 (73.8%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 215 (51.3%) | 204 (48.7%) |
| Public Administration | 40 (58.8%) | 28 (41.2%) |
| Total | 3,445 (49.4%) | 3,528 (50.6%) |
Education in Ridgefield Park
School Enrollment in Ridgefield Park
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,195 students in Ridgefield Park are middle school (924 | 28.9%), college / undergraduate (671 | 21.0%), and high school (595 | 18.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 262 | 8.2% |
| Kindergarten | 47 | 1.5% |
| Elementary School | 500 | 15.7% |
| Middle School | 924 | 28.9% |
| High School | 595 | 18.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 671 | 21.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 196 | 6.1% |
| Total | 3,195 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ridgefield Park
Out of a total of 3,195 students who are enrolled in schools in Ridgefield Park, 508 (15.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,687 (84.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 143 (41.3% 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 934 (96.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 155 (59.2%) | 107 (40.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 471 (95.2%) | 24 (4.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 934 (96.3%) | 36 (3.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 429 (82.5%) | 91 (17.5%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 90 (76.9%) | 27 (23.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 203 (58.7%) | 143 (41.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 282 (90.4%) | 30 (9.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 123 (71.1%) | 50 (28.9%) |
| Total | 2,687 (84.1%) | 508 (15.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ridgefield Park
Business (625 | 18.3%), science & technology (371 | 10.9%), visual & performing arts (364 | 10.7%), communications (299 | 8.8%), and psychology (239 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 3,410 individuals in Ridgefield Park who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 175 | 5.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 104 | 3.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 86 | 2.5% |
| Psychology | 239 | 7.0% |
| Social Sciences | 233 | 6.8% |
| Engineering | 197 | 5.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 31 | 0.9% |
| Science & Technology | 371 | 10.9% |
| Business | 625 | 18.3% |
| Education | 189 | 5.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 155 | 4.5% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 115 | 3.4% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 364 | 10.7% |
| Communications | 299 | 8.8% |
| Arts & Humanities | 227 | 6.7% |
| Total | 3,410 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Ridgefield Park
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ridgefield Park
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Ridgefield Park are males with 2 vehicles (1,404, accounting for 41.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,409, making up 40.7%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 145 (4.2%) | 179 (5.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,002 (29.3%) | 959 (27.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,404 (41.1%) | 1,409 (40.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 493 (14.4%) | 631 (18.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 306 (8.9%) | 211 (6.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 69 (2.0%) | 59 (1.7%) |
| Total | 3,419 (100.0%) | 3,448 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Ridgefield Park
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Ridgefield Park are 15 to 19 minutes (998 commuters, 15.9%), 30 to 34 minutes (895 commuters, 14.3%), and 10 to 14 minutes (808 commuters, 12.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 161 | 2.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 633 | 10.1% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 808 | 12.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 998 | 15.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 722 | 11.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 304 | 4.9% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 895 | 14.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 114 | 1.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 218 | 3.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 581 | 9.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 546 | 8.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 288 | 4.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in Ridgefield Park
The most common commute times in Ridgefield Park are 15 to 19 minutes (545 commuters, 17.5%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (530 commuters, 16.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 65 (2.1%) | 96 (3.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 333 (10.7%) | 300 (9.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 339 (10.9%) | 469 (14.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 545 (17.5%) | 453 (14.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 273 (8.8%) | 449 (14.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 157 (5.1%) | 147 (4.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 365 (11.8%) | 530 (16.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 21 (0.7%) | 93 (2.9%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 136 (4.4%) | 82 (2.6%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 442 (14.2%) | 139 (4.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 285 (9.2%) | 261 (8.3%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 144 (4.6%) | 144 (4.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ridgefield Park
The most frequent times of departure to work in Ridgefield Park are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (446, 14.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (621, 19.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 79 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 23 (0.7%) | 140 (4.4%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 239 (7.7%) | 17 (0.5%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 424 (13.7%) | 205 (6.5%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 182 (5.9%) | 372 (11.8%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 446 (14.4%) | 153 (4.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 272 (8.8%) | 621 (19.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 294 (9.5%) | 570 (18.0%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 253 (8.2%) | 333 (10.5%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 187 (6.0%) | 255 (8.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 42 (1.3%) | 146 (4.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 88 (2.8%) | 18 (0.6%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 145 (4.7%) | 200 (6.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 431 (13.9%) | 133 (4.2%) |
| Total | 3,105 (100.0%) | 3,163 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Ridgefield Park
Occupancy by Ownership in Ridgefield Park
Of the total 5,070 dwellings in Ridgefield Park, owner-occupied units account for 2,775 (54.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,295 (45.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,775 | 54.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,295 | 45.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 5,070 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Ridgefield Park
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,436 | 28.3% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,475 | 29.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 758 | 14.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,401 | 27.6% |
| Total Housing Units | 5,070 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ridgefield Park
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 579 (40.3%) | 857 (59.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 875 (59.3%) | 600 (40.7%) |
| 3-Person Household | 401 (52.9%) | 357 (47.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 920 (65.7%) | 481 (34.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,775 (54.7%) | 2,295 (45.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ridgefield Park
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 249 (51.4%) | 235 (48.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 789 (58.2%) | 567 (41.8%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 591 (47.3%) | 658 (52.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,146 (57.9%) | 835 (42.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ridgefield Park
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 990 | 19.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 878 | 17.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 993 | 19.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,038 | 20.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 692 | 13.7% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 365 | 7.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 114 | 2.2% |
| Total | 5,070 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Ridgefield Park
Median Income by Occupancy in Ridgefield Park
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,775 (54.7%) | $130,031 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,295 (45.3%) | $61,949 |
| Average | 5,070 (100.0%) | $94,047 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ridgefield Park
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 84 (3.0%) | 50 (2.2%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 40 (1.4%) | 65 (2.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 22 (0.8%) | 41 (1.8%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 8 (0.3%) | 60 (2.6%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 21 (0.8%) | 193 (8.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 31 (1.1%) | 283 (12.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 315 (11.4%) | 234 (10.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 287 (10.3%) | 477 (20.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 181 (6.5%) | 226 (9.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 628 (22.6%) | 464 (20.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,158 (41.7%) | 202 (8.8%) |
| Total | 2,775 (100.0%) | 2,295 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ridgefield Park
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 17 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 51 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 39 (1.4%) | 6 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 20 (0.7%) | 64 (2.8%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 477 (17.2%) | 859 (37.4%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 328 (11.8%) | 844 (36.8%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 476 (17.2%) | 356 (15.5%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 218 (7.9%) | 61 (2.7%) |
| $3,000 or more | 1,149 (41.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,775 (100.0%) | 2,295 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Ridgefield Park
Housing Structures in Ridgefield Park
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,088 | 41.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 121 | 2.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 1,327 | 26.2% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 214 | 4.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 57 | 1.1% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 1,263 | 24.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 5,070 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ridgefield Park
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,883 (90.2%) | 205 (9.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 48 (39.7%) | 73 (60.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 570 (42.9%) | 757 (57.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 8 (3.7%) | 206 (96.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 57 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 266 (21.1%) | 997 (78.9%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,775 (54.7%) | 2,295 (45.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ridgefield Park
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 65 (2.3%) | 125 (5.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 183 (6.6%) | 897 (39.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 698 (25.2%) | 1,004 (43.8%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,140 (41.1%) | 249 (10.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 689 (24.8%) | 20 (0.9%) |
| Total | 2,775 (100.0%) | 2,295 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ridgefield Park
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2,073 (74.7%) | 1,377 (60.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 83 (3.0%) | 111 (4.8%) |
| Electricity | 250 (9.0%) | 386 (16.8%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 351 (12.7%) | 313 (13.6%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 18 (0.6%) | 68 (3.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (1.7%) |
| Total | 2,775 (100.0%) | 2,295 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Ridgefield Park
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 197 (7.1%) | 477 (20.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 838 (30.2%) | 1,128 (49.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,114 (40.1%) | 574 (25.0%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 626 (22.6%) | 116 (5.1%) |
| Total | 2,775 (100.0%) | 2,295 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Ridgefield Park
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Ridgefield Park
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 781 | 1,994 |
| Median Property Value | $412,600 | $459,200 |
| Median Household Income | $82,438 | $955 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $1,307 | $1,149 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $10,001 | $114 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ridgefield Park
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 26 (3.3%) | 9 (0.4%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 9 (1.1%) | 45 (2.3%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 154 (19.7%) | 163 (8.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 454 (58.1%) | 1,037 (52.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 121 (15.5%) | 600 (30.1%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 8 (1.0%) | 140 (7.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 9 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 781 (100.0%) | 1,994 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ridgefield Park
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 66 (8.5%) | 80 (4.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 37 (4.7%) | 58 (2.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 20 (2.6%) | 14 (0.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 155 (19.9%) | 11 (0.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 93 (11.9%) | 160 (8.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 58 (7.4%) | 194 (9.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 149 (19.1%) | 123 (6.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 203 (26.0%) | 479 (24.0%) |
| Total | 781 (100.0%) | 1,994 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ridgefield Park
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 139 (17.8%) | 147,766 (7,410.5%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 164 (21.0%) | 427 (21.4%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 72 (9.2%) | 534 (26.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 406 (52.0%) | 280 (14.0%) |
| Total | 781 (100.0%) | 1,994 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ridgefield Park
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 45 (5.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 9 (1.1%) | 21 (1.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 680 (87.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 781 (100.0%) | 1,994 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Ridgefield Park
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ridgefield Park
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 929 (99.0%) | 9 (1.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,032 (98.6%) | 30 (1.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 842 (88.9%) | 105 (11.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,580 (81.1%) | 368 (18.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,694 (90.0%) | 188 (10.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,463 (90.9%) | 147 (9.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,699 (92.4%) | 140 (7.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,096 (97.0%) | 34 (3.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 789 (98.0%) | 16 (2.0%) |
| Total | 12,124 (92.1%) | 1,037 (7.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ridgefield Park
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 929 (99.0%) | 9 (1.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,032 (98.6%) | 30 (1.5%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 842 (88.9%) | 105 (11.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ridgefield Park
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,210 (90.1%) | 133 (9.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,324 (84.3%) | 247 (15.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,418 (91.4%) | 134 (8.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 960 (98.8%) | 12 (1.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 7,204 (93.4%) | 509 (6.6%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ridgefield Park
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 407 (43.4%) | 539 (57.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 891 (43.2%) | 1,171 (56.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 117 (12.3%) | 751 (79.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 423 (21.7%) | 1,190 (61.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 251 (13.3%) | 1,496 (79.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 149 (9.2%) | 1,314 (81.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 268 (14.6%) | 1,453 (79.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,053 (93.2%) | 521 (46.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 789 (98.0%) | 402 (49.9%) |
| Total | 4,348 (33.0%) | 8,837 (67.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ridgefield Park
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 14 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 44 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 26 (1.8%) | 32 (2.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 194 (7.5%) | 201 (7.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 152 (30.3%) | 74 (11.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 36 (10.3%) | 133 (29.2%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Ridgefield Park
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 14 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 18 (0.7%) | 72 (2.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 15 (3.0%) | 23 (3.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 27 (7.7%) | 58 (12.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 15 (0.6%) | 56 (2.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 33 (6.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (5.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 44 (4.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 26 (1.8%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 26 (1.0%) | 80 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 24 (4.8%) | 11 (1.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (5.1%) | 6 (1.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 136 (5.3%) | 105 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 92 (18.4%) | 51 (8.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 29 (8.3%) | 104 (22.9%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 7 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 68 (2.6%) | 61 (2.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (5.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 18 (5.1%) | 25 (5.5%) |
Technology Access in Ridgefield Park
Computing Device Access in Ridgefield Park
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,267 | 84.2% |
| Smartphone | 4,574 | 90.2% |
| Tablet | 3,546 | 69.9% |
| No Computing Device | 175 | 3.5% |
| Total | 5,070 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Ridgefield Park
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 9 | 0.2% |
| Broadband Home | 4,243 | 83.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 465 | 9.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 106 | 2.1% |
| No Internet | 331 | 6.5% |
| Total | 5,070 | 100.0% |
Ridgefield Park Summary
Ridgefield Park is a village located in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the village's population was 12,729, reflecting an increase of 202 (+1.6%) from the 12,527 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 1,082 (+9.5%) from the 11,445 counted in the 1990 Census.
History
Ridgefield Park was originally formed as a borough by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on April 19, 1892, from portions of Ridgefield Township. On April 30, 1917, the borough was reincorporated as a village, based on the results of a referendum held on April 24, 1917.
Geography
Ridgefield Park is located at 40 50 17 North 74 2 7 West 40 838118 74 035179
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village had a total area of 1.945 square miles (5.033 km2), including 1.944 square miles (5.030 km2) of land and 0.001 square miles (0.003 km2) of water (0.03%).
The village is bordered by the Hackensack River to the east, the village of Little Ferry to the south, the borough of South Hackensack to the west, and the borough of Bogota to the north.
Economy
Ridgefield Park is home to a variety of businesses, including manufacturing, retail, and service industries. The village is also home to a number of corporate headquarters, including Panasonic Corporation of North America, which is the North American headquarters of the Japanese electronics giant.
Demographics
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 12,729 people, 4,845 households, and 3,092 families residing in the village. The population density was 6,541.2 per square mile (2,521.3/km2). There were 5,093 housing units at an average density of 2,619.2 per square mile (1,010.2/km2). The racial makeup of the village was 57.45% (7,323) White, 2.45% (312) Black or African American, 0.17% (22) Native American, 24.45% (3,118) Asian, 0.02% (3) Pacific Islander, 11.90% (1,517) from other races, and 3.56% (454) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 33.90% (4,323) of the population.
There were 4,845 households out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.2% were married couples living together, 13.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.7% were non-families. 28.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.22.
In the village, the population was spread out with 20.7% under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 33.2% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 13.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37.2 years. For every 100 females there were 94.2 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older there were 91.2 males.
The Census Bureau's 2006-2010 American Community Survey showed that (in 2010 inflation-adjusted dollars) median household income was $63,917 (with a margin of error of +/- $3,945) and the median family income was $76,917 (+/- $4,945). Males had a median income of $50,917 (+/- $3,945) versus $41,917 (+/- $3,945) for females. The per capita income for the village was $30,917 (+/- $2,945). About 5.3% of families and 7.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.3% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Ridgefield Park?
Total Population of Ridgefield Park is 13,161.
What is the Total Male Population of Ridgefield Park?
Total Male Population of Ridgefield Park is 6,317.
What is the Total Female Population of Ridgefield Park?
Total Female Population of Ridgefield Park is 6,844.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Ridgefield Park?
There are 92.30 Males per 100 Females in Ridgefield Park.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Ridgefield Park?
There are 108.34 Females per 100 Males in Ridgefield Park.
What is the Median Population Age in Ridgefield Park?
Median Population Age in Ridgefield Park is 38.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Ridgefield Park
Average Family Size in Ridgefield Park is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Ridgefield Park
Average Household Size in Ridgefield Park is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Ridgefield Park?
Per Capita income in Ridgefield Park is $42,695.
What is the Median Family Income in Ridgefield Park?
Median Family Income in Ridgefield Park is $111,050.
What is the Median Household income in Ridgefield Park?
Median Household Income in Ridgefield Park is $94,047.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Ridgefield Park?
Income or Wage Gap in Ridgefield Park is 39.2%.
Women in Ridgefield Park earn 60.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Ridgefield Park?
Inequality or Gini Index in Ridgefield Park is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Ridgefield Park?
There are 7,773 People in the Labor Forcein in Ridgefield Park.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Ridgefield Park?
73.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Ridgefield Park.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Ridgefield Park?
Unemployment Rate in Ridgefield Park is 10.3%.