New Jersey State Data
Connect with Your State Leaders 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.
Phil MurphyGovernorDemocraticThe state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
Tahesha WaySecretary of StateDemocraticOversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
Craig CoughlinSpeaker of the HouseDemocraticLeads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
New Jersey Congressional Delegation — 119th Congress
New Jersey sends 2 Senators and 12 Representatives to the 119th Congress (2025-2027). 5 seats are up for election in 2026.
Cory BookerU.S. SenateDemocratic
Andrew KimU.S. SenateDemocratic
Donald NorcrossU.S. House • New Jersey U.S. House New Jersey District 1DemocraticWon 2024 with 57.8%Up in 2026
Jeff Van DrewU.S. House • New Jersey U.S. House New Jersey District 2Republican
Herbert C. Conaway Jr.U.S. House • New Jersey U.S. House New Jersey District 3Democratic
Chris SmithU.S. House • New Jersey U.S. House New Jersey District 4Republican
Josh GottheimerU.S. House • New Jersey U.S. House New Jersey District 5DemocraticWon 2024 with 54.6%Up in 2026
Frank Pallone Jr.U.S. House • New Jersey U.S. House New Jersey District 6Democratic
Thomas Kean Jr.U.S. House • New Jersey U.S. House New Jersey District 7Republican
Robert Menendez Jr.U.S. House • New Jersey U.S. House New Jersey District 8Democratic
Nellie PouU.S. House • New Jersey U.S. House New Jersey District 9DemocraticWon 2024 with 50.8%Up in 2026
LaMonica McIverU.S. House • New Jersey U.S. House New Jersey District 10DemocraticWon 2024 with 74.4%Up in 2026
Mikie SherrillU.S. House • New Jersey U.S. House New Jersey District 11Democratic
Bonnie Watson ColemanU.S. House • New Jersey U.S. House New Jersey District 12DemocraticWon 2024 with 61.2%Up in 2026
2020 Census & ACS Snapshot
Key statewide indicators for New Jersey. Gauge bars show how this state compares to the national average.
Updated: 2026-04-06 · Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
Population (2020)
9.3 million
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median Age
40.1 years
1.4 yr above national avg
Median Household Income
$101,050
$22,512 above national avg
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
42.9%
7.9% above national avg
HS diploma or higher: 90.7%
Poverty Rate
9.8%
2.6% below national avg
Uninsured: 7.4%
Broadband Access
91.8% of households
2.1% above national avg
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.
What is the median age in New Jersey?
The median age in New Jersey is 40.1 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
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.
What share of adults in New Jersey have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In New Jersey, 90.7% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 42.9% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
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%.
How many households in New Jersey have broadband?
In New Jersey, broadband access is 91.8% of households. Share of households with a broadband subscription.
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New Jersey Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total population of New Jersey (2020)?
New Jersey has 9.3 million residents as of the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in New Jersey?
The median age in New Jersey is 40.1 years.
What is the median household income in New Jersey?
The median household income in New Jersey is $101,050.
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%.
How many households in New Jersey have broadband?
In New Jersey, broadband access is 91.8% of households.
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