Bayonne, NJ Census Data
The 9th largest city in New Jersey by population · 19 cities ranked
Bayonne is the 9th largest city in New Jersey by population and ranks 5th of 19 for median household income. With 70,468 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 14 other New Jersey cities. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
70,468
49.4% male · 50.6% female
Median Age
38.6
0.1 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$81,285
$2,747 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
39.7%
4.7% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 90.7%
Poverty Rate
14.4%
2.0% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 7.5%
Broadband Access
94.1%
4.4% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$446,100
Median rent: $1,593 · 37% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.6%
Labor force participation: 61.3%
Per Capita Income
$51,157
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.2%
Disability rate: 9.8%
How Bayonne Compares to Other New Jersey Cities
Rankings among all 19 New Jersey cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 9th of 19 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 5th of 19 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 5th of 19 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 3rd of 19 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 5th of 19 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
Commute to Work
Bayonne, NJ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bayonne, NJ?
The population of Bayonne, NJ is 70,468 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 38.6 years.
What is the median household income in Bayonne?
The median household income in Bayonne, NJ is $81,285, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $51,157.
What is the poverty rate in Bayonne?
The poverty rate in Bayonne, NJ is 14.4%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 7.5% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Bayonne residents have a college degree?
39.7% of adults (25+) in Bayonne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 90.7% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Bayonne?
The median home value in Bayonne, NJ is $446,100. Median rent is $1,593 per month, with 37% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Bayonne?
Bayonne's population is 51.5% White, 11.7% Black, 31.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 10.3% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Bayonne rank among New Jersey cities?
Bayonne is the 9th largest city in New Jersey by population, the 5th highest for median household income, the 5th lowest for poverty rate, the 3rd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 19 ranked New Jersey cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Bayonne?
The unemployment rate in Bayonne, NJ is 5.6%, with a labor force participation rate of 61.3%. Per capita income is $51,157.
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