Population
New Jersey has a population of 9,400,000 as of 2026, making it the #11 most populous state in the United States.
New Jersey Rankings
Where New Jersey places in every state-level dataset StatsPanda tracks. Each row opens the full ranking.
New Jersey Population Clock
These statistics show the estimated changes to New Jersey's population based on birth rates, death rates, and migration patterns from US Census Bureau data.
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| New Jersey Population (as of 7/14/2026) | 9,400,000 |
| Births per day | 250 |
| Deaths per day | 200 |
| Net migrations per day | 20 |
| Net population change per day | +70 |
| Population change since Jan 1st | — |
Demographics
The racial composition of New Jersey includes 59.77% White, 13.12% Black or African American, 9.88% Asian, 8.31% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
Population by Race
Why is Hispanic separate? Following U.S. Census methodology, Hispanic or Latino origin is an ethnicity, not a race — people of Hispanic origin may be of any race. “All” shows the racial breakdown; the Hispanic and Non-Hispanic views show ethnicity, so the two groupings overlap rather than adding up to 100%.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,618,826 | 59.77% |
| Black or African American | 1,233,064 | 13.12% |
| Asian | 928,269 | 9.88% |
| Two or more races | 805,829 | 8.57% |
| Other race | 781,149 | 8.31% |
| Native American | 30,266 | 0.32% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 2,596 | 0.03% |
New Jersey Marital Status
Population by Age and Gender
Median Age
Geography
New Jersey currently has a population of 8,882,190 people according to the latest census data from 2020. This represents a modest growth rate of 5.7% over the last decade since the 2010 census, when the population was recorded as 8,791,894. While not the fastest growing state, New Jersey retains its position as the 11th most populous state in the nation. The state continues to balance population growth with preserving its communities and environment. Most of the population is concentrated in the northeastern part of New Jersey, encompassing the New York City metropolitan area. Looking deeper into the census data reveals more about how New Jersey's diverse population contributes to the state and the country as a whole.
Economics and Income Statistics
New Jersey's average per capita income is $50,995. Household income levels show a median of $97,126. The poverty rate stands at 9.68%.
Families: A family includes the owner or renter of the home along with everyone related to them - whether through birth, marriage, or adoption. This includes relatives like spouses, children, parents, siblings, grandparents, and any other family members.
Households: A household includes all the people who occupy a housing unit (such as a house or apartment) as their usual place of residence.
Non Families: A nonfamily household is either someone living alone or when the owner/renter lives with people they aren't related to, like roommates.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $119,240 | $152,627 |
| Families | $119,240 | $157,397 |
| Households | $97,126 | — |
| Non Families | $55,112 | $78,259 |
Income & Poverty
Largest Cities in New Jersey
The largest city in New Jersey is Newark with a population of 281,054.
| Rank | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newark | 281,054 |
| 2 | Jersey City | 292,449 |
| 3 | Paterson | 159,732 |
| 4 | Elizabeth | 137,298 |
| 5 | Edison | 107,588 |
| 6 | Woodbridge | 100,377 |
| 7 | Lakewood | 106,838 |
| 8 | Toms River | 94,929 |
| 9 | Hamilton Township | 88,464 |
| 10 | Trenton | 83,032 |
Population by County
New Jersey's population shows distinct regional patterns, with the most populous counties concentrated in metropolitan areas. The most dramatic growth is occurring in suburban areas, while rural and some urban areas show more mixed trends.
Counties in New Jersey →Population by County
Population Growth by County
Population Density by County
Research Papers Related to New Jersey
Sources
Most recent state estimates from the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program.
Detailed demographic and economic data for New Jersey.
Quick access to state-level statistics and comparisons.
Data Methodology
Population totals are sourced from the latest available US Census Bureau data. Totals for the current year are projected using each state's USCB data and previous year population growth rate. Growth rates are calculated based on births, deaths, and net migration estimates.