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Population Review

Carteret borough, NJ — Population & Demographics

Carteret borough, NJ has a population of 25,187. The median household income is $87,553 and the median age is 39.3.

25,187

Population

$87,553

Median Income

$370,200

Median Home Value

39.3

Median Age

Race & Ethnicity

White27.2%
Black or African American17.3%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.3%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$87,553

Median Household Income

$36,299

Per Capita Income

8.1%

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$370,200

Median Home Value

$2,012

Median Rent

55.2%

Owner-Occupied

Education

84.6%

High School+

27.7%

Bachelor's+

Commute

7.8%

Drive Alone

9.2%

Work From Home

32.2 min

Avg Commute

Frequently Asked Questions

Carteret borough, NJ has a population of 25,187 according to Census ACS 2023 data.

The median household income in Carteret borough, NJ is $87,553, with 8.1% living below the poverty level.

The median home value in Carteret borough, NJ is $370,200, with median rent at $2,012.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.