Bergenfield, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bergenfield, New Jersey is 28,269 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 34th-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $124,083, the median home value is $469,200, and the median age is 40.7.
The population has grown 7.6% since 2010 (26,867 → 28,921).
28,269
Population
9735
People / sq mi
$124,083
Median Income
$469,200
Median Home Value
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Bergenfield covers 2.9 sq mi of land at 9735 people per square mile.
About Bergenfield, NJ
Bergenfield stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 9,735 people per square mile. With 28,269 residents, Bergenfield is a city in New Jersey. It ranks #34 among cities in New Jersey by population.
Households take in a median $124,083, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. About 6.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $469,200, with typical rent around $1,744.
About 47.7% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 7.8%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Bergenfield: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Bergenfield borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Bergenfield borough had a population of 26,867 in 2010 and 28,921 in 2024, a 7.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 28,921 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.53%.
28,921
Population (2024)
26,867
Population (2010)
28,921
Peak (2024)
0.53%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 26,867 |
| 2011 | 27,037 |
| 2012 | 27,195 |
| 2013 | 27,267 |
| 2014 | 27,299 |
| 2015 | 27,338 |
| 2016 | 27,322 |
| 2017 | 27,455 |
| 2018 | 27,384 |
| 2019 | 27,327 |
| 2020 | 28,311 |
| 2021 | 28,252 |
| 2022 | 28,316 |
| 2023 | 28,541 |
| 2024 | 28,921 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 42.9% |
| Black or African American | 9.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$124,083
Median Household Income
$48,157
Per Capita Income
6.0%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$469,200
Median Home Value
$1,744
Median Rent
70.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.9%
High School+
47.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
11.2%
Drive Alone
71.0%
Public Transit
7.8%
Work From Home
32.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
26.4%
Foreign Born
49.7%
Non-English at Home
2.8%
Veterans
9.3%
With Disability
92.5%
Health Insurance
97.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 32.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 14.1% |
| Retail Trade | 7.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing | 6.4% |
| Information | 6.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.9% |
| Construction | 4.5% |
| Public Administration | 3.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bergenfield, New Jersey has a population of 28,269 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 34th-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Bergenfield, New Jersey is $124,083, with 6.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bergenfield, New Jersey is $469,200, with median monthly rent at $1,744 and a homeownership rate of 70.6%.
The median age in Bergenfield, New Jersey is 40.7 years. The population is 49.2% male and 50.8% female.
The population has grown 7.6% since 2010 (26,867 → 28,921).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.