Budd Lake, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Budd Lake, New Jersey is 10,106 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 151st-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $113,036, the median home value is $437,200, and the median age is 36.9.
10,106
Population
1856
People / sq mi
$113,036
Median Income
$437,200
Median Home Value
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Budd Lake covers 5.4 sq mi of land at 1856 people per square mile.
About Budd Lake, NJ
Among US cities, Budd Lake stands out first on household income: a median of $113,036, above the US median of $78,538. Budd Lake is a city in New Jersey with a population of 10,106.
Median household income is $113,036, above the US median of $78,538. About 5.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $437,200, with typical rent around $1,326.
College attainment is above the local norm at 47.9%, above the national 35.0%. A solid 18.4% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Budd Lake firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US cities — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 65.0% |
| Black or African American | 8.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$113,036
Median Household Income
$51,719
Per Capita Income
5.7%
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$437,200
Median Home Value
$1,326
Median Rent
73.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.4%
High School+
47.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.7%
Drive Alone
74.5%
Public Transit
18.4%
Work From Home
32.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.9%
Foreign Born
66.8%
Non-English at Home
3.5%
Veterans
6.9%
With Disability
94.7%
Health Insurance
97.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.8% |
| Manufacturing | 14.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.9% |
| Information | 6.9% |
| Public Administration | 6.6% |
| Construction | 4.5% |
| Retail Trade | 3.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Budd Lake, New Jersey has a population of 10,106 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 151st-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Budd Lake, New Jersey is $113,036, with 5.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Budd Lake, New Jersey is $437,200, with median monthly rent at $1,326 and a homeownership rate of 73.9%.
The median age in Budd Lake, New Jersey is 36.9 years. The population is 50.8% male and 49.2% female.
Budd Lake Cdp, NJ Climate
Budd Lake Cdp, NJ has an average annual temperature of 9.3°C (49°F) and receives about 1288 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.3°C
Avg Temp
1288
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -4° / 25° | 96 mm |
| February | -2° / 28° | 83 mm |
| March | 2° / 36° | 102 mm |
| April | 8° / 47° | 111 mm |
| May | 14° / 57° | 121 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 113 mm |
| July | 21° / 71° | 123 mm |
| August | 21° / 69° | 117 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 114 mm |
| October | 11° / 51° | 99 mm |
| November | 5° / 41° | 111 mm |
| December | 0° / 31° | 98 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Budd Lake Cdp, NJ
The most comfortable months to visit Budd Lake Cdp, NJ are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -9°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.