Cliffside Park, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Cliffside Park, New Jersey is 25,580 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 41st-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $94,960, the median home value is $577,200, and the median age is 41.0.
The population has grown 10.9% since 2010 (23,617 → 26,183).
25,580
Population
26757
People / sq mi
$94,960
Median Income
$577,200
Median Home Value
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Cliffside Park covers 1.0 sq mi of land at 26757 people per square mile.
About Cliffside Park, NJ
Cliffside Park stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 26,757 people per square mile. With 25,580 residents, Cliffside Park is a city in New Jersey. It ranks #41 among cities in New Jersey by population.
The typical household here earns about $94,960, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.6%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $577,200, with typical rent around $1,783.
42.4% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 17.6%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 35 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Cliffside Park: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Cliffside Park borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Cliffside Park borough had a population of 23,617 in 2010 and 26,183 in 2024, a 10.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 26,183 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.75%.
26,183
Population (2024)
23,617
Population (2010)
26,183
Peak (2024)
0.75%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 23,617 |
| 2011 | 23,754 |
| 2012 | 24,319 |
| 2013 | 24,390 |
| 2014 | 24,415 |
| 2015 | 24,502 |
| 2016 | 24,544 |
| 2017 | 24,667 |
| 2018 | 25,772 |
| 2019 | 26,133 |
| 2020 | 25,646 |
| 2021 | 25,645 |
| 2022 | 25,614 |
| 2023 | 25,817 |
| 2024 | 26,183 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 54.3% |
| Black or African American | 3.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$94,960
Median Household Income
$51,220
Per Capita Income
7.6%
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$577,200
Median Home Value
$1,783
Median Rent
49.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
85.8%
High School+
42.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
17.6%
Drive Alone
46.1%
Public Transit
17.6%
Work From Home
34.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
17.1%
Foreign Born
36.0%
Non-English at Home
1.9%
Veterans
11.8%
With Disability
91.1%
Health Insurance
94.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.8% |
| Retail Trade | 8.4% |
| Information | 7.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.4% |
| Construction | 5.1% |
| Public Administration | 3.9% |
| Manufacturing | 3.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cliffside Park, New Jersey has a population of 25,580 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 41st-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Cliffside Park, New Jersey is $94,960, with 7.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Cliffside Park, New Jersey is $577,200, with median monthly rent at $1,783 and a homeownership rate of 49.8%.
The median age in Cliffside Park, New Jersey is 41.0 years. The population is 50.0% male and 50.0% female.
The population has grown 10.9% since 2010 (23,617 → 26,183).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.