New Jersey State Data

State leadership in New Jersey

Meet the key players in New Jersey's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for New Jersey.

Key executive branch officials

  • GovernorPhil Murphy (D) - The state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
  • Secretary of StateTahesha Way (D) - Oversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.

Key legislative branch officials

  • Speaker of the HouseCraig Coughlin (D) - Leads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.

2020 Census Data Shown

Key statewide indicators for New Jersey from the 2020 Census: population, median age, median household income, education attainment, poverty and uninsured rates, and broadband access.

Updated: 2025-09-02

Population in New Jersey (2020): 9.3 million residents

What is the total population of New Jersey?

New Jersey has 9.3 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.

Total Population

Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.

Median age in New Jersey: 40.1 years

What is the median age in New Jersey?

The median age in New Jersey is 40.1 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.

Median Age

Half of residents are younger, half older than this age.

Median household income in New Jersey: $101,050

What is the median household income in New Jersey?

The median household income in New Jersey is $101,050. See how income varies by district on district demographics.

Median Household Income

Midpoint of household income distribution (in dollars).

Education in New Jersey: HS or higher 17.1%; bachelor's or higher 42.9%

What share of adults in New Jersey have a high school or bachelor's degree?

In New Jersey, 17.1% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 42.9% have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Education Levels

Share of adults 25+ with at least a high school diploma or a bachelor's degree.

Poverty and uninsured in New Jersey: poverty 9.8%; uninsured 7.4%

What are the poverty and uninsured rates in New Jersey?

In New Jersey, the poverty rate is 9.8% and the uninsured rate is 7.4%.

Poverty & Uninsured

Percent of people below the federal poverty line and the share without health insurance.

Broadband in New Jersey: 3,478,355 subscriptions

How many households in New Jersey have broadband?

In New Jersey, broadband access is 3,478,355 subscriptions. Number of broadband subscriptions reported.

Broadband

Number of broadband subscriptions reported.