Newark, NJ Census Data
The largest city in New Jersey by population · 19 cities ranked
Newark is the largest city in New Jersey by population and ranks 17th of 19 for median household income. With 307,188 residents, its poverty rate of 24.7% ranks among the higher rates in New Jersey. 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
307,188
49.4% male · 50.6% female
Median Age
34.8
3.9 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$48,416
$30,122 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
17.4%
17.6% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 77.2%
Poverty Rate
24.7%
12.3% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 19.1%
Broadband Access
92.1%
2.4% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$337,800
Median rent: $1,330 · 24% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
10.9%
Labor force participation: 55.2%
Per Capita Income
$34,866
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
2.5%
Disability rate: 16.7%
How Newark Compares to Other New Jersey Cities
Rankings among all 19 New Jersey cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 1st of 19 | Top 10% |
| Highest Median Income | 17th of 19 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 15th of 19 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 13th of 19 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 13th of 19 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Newark, NJ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Newark, NJ?
The population of Newark, NJ is 307,188 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 34.8 years.
What is the median household income in Newark?
The median household income in Newark, NJ is $48,416, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $34,866.
What is the poverty rate in Newark?
The poverty rate in Newark, NJ is 24.7%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 19.1% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Newark residents have a college degree?
17.4% of adults (25+) in Newark hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 77.2% 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 Newark?
The median home value in Newark, NJ is $337,800. Median rent is $1,330 per month, with 24% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Newark?
Newark's population is 16.5% White, 46.7% Black, 37.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.9% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Newark rank among New Jersey cities?
Newark is the 1st largest city in New Jersey by population, the 17th highest for median household income, the 15th lowest for poverty rate, the 13th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 19 ranked New Jersey cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Newark?
The unemployment rate in Newark, NJ is 10.9%, with a labor force participation rate of 55.2%. Per capita income is $34,866.
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