Carteret, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Carteret, New Jersey is 25,187 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 42nd-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $87,553, the median home value is $370,200, and the median age is 39.3.
The population has grown 13.7% since 2010 (22,861 → 26,003).
25,187
Population
5736
People / sq mi
$87,553
Median Income
$370,200
Median Home Value
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Carteret covers 4.4 sq mi of land at 5736 people per square mile.
About Carteret, NJ
What distinguishes Carteret is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 5,736 people per square mile. With 25,187 residents, Carteret is a city in New Jersey. It ranks #42 among cities in New Jersey by population.
Median household income is $87,553, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 8.1%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $370,200, with typical rent around $2,012.
Roughly 27.7% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 9.2% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Carteret: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Carteret borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Carteret borough had a population of 22,861 in 2010 and 26,003 in 2024, a 13.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 26,003 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.95%.
26,003
Population (2024)
22,861
Population (2010)
26,003
Peak (2024)
0.95%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 22,861 |
| 2011 | 23,595 |
| 2012 | 23,714 |
| 2013 | 23,691 |
| 2014 | 23,719 |
| 2015 | 23,702 |
| 2016 | 23,629 |
| 2017 | 23,615 |
| 2018 | 23,527 |
| 2019 | 23,408 |
| 2020 | 25,297 |
| 2021 | 25,221 |
| 2022 | 25,258 |
| 2023 | 25,654 |
| 2024 | 26,003 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 27.2% |
| Black or African American | 17.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
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
68.3%
Public Transit
9.2%
Work From Home
32.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
20.2%
Foreign Born
44.4%
Non-English at Home
3.6%
Veterans
11.9%
With Disability
90.2%
Health Insurance
92.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.4% |
| Retail Trade | 18.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.4% |
| Manufacturing | 9.4% |
| Public Administration | 6.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.1% |
| Information | 5.8% |
| Construction | 4.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 1.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carteret, New Jersey has a population of 25,187 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 42nd-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Carteret, New Jersey is $87,553, with 8.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Carteret, New Jersey is $370,200, with median monthly rent at $2,012 and a homeownership rate of 55.2%.
The median age in Carteret, New Jersey is 39.3 years. The population is 48.5% male and 51.5% female.
The population has grown 13.7% since 2010 (22,861 → 26,003).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.