Clifton, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Clifton, New Jersey is 89,247 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 7th-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $99,003, the median home value is $444,300, and the median age is 41.1.
The population has grown 7.3% since 2010 (84,169 → 90,322).
89,247
Population
7915
People / sq mi
$99,003
Median Income
$444,300
Median Home Value
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Clifton covers 11.3 sq mi of land at 7915 people per square mile.
About Clifton, NJ
Clifton stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 7,915 people per square mile. Clifton is a city in New Jersey with a population of 89,247. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in New Jersey in the country, at #7 by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $99,003 — above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 6.1%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $444,300, with typical rent around $1,658.
Roughly 34.5% of adults have a bachelor’s, near the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 10.4%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Clifton: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Clifton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Clifton city had a population of 84,169 in 2010 and 90,322 in 2024, a 7.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 90,322 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.51%.
90,322
Population (2024)
84,169
Population (2010)
90,322
Peak (2024)
0.51%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 84,169 |
| 2011 | 84,690 |
| 2012 | 84,695 |
| 2013 | 84,898 |
| 2014 | 85,141 |
| 2015 | 85,240 |
| 2016 | 85,192 |
| 2017 | 85,267 |
| 2018 | 85,251 |
| 2019 | 85,052 |
| 2020 | 89,580 |
| 2021 | 89,054 |
| 2022 | 88,661 |
| 2023 | 89,204 |
| 2024 | 90,322 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 55.3% |
| Black or African American | 4.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$99,003
Median Household Income
$45,102
Per Capita Income
6.1%
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$444,300
Median Home Value
$1,658
Median Rent
58.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.3%
High School+
34.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
9.6%
Drive Alone
68.6%
Public Transit
10.4%
Work From Home
29.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
13.9%
Foreign Born
44.7%
Non-English at Home
3.5%
Veterans
11.3%
With Disability
92.5%
Health Insurance
93.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.0% |
| Manufacturing | 12.8% |
| Retail Trade | 6.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.7% |
| Information | 6.6% |
| Construction | 5.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.3% |
| Public Administration | 3.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Clifton, New Jersey has a population of 89,247 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 7th-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Clifton, New Jersey is $99,003, with 6.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Clifton, New Jersey is $444,300, with median monthly rent at $1,658 and a homeownership rate of 58.7%.
The median age in Clifton, New Jersey is 41.1 years. The population is 48.9% male and 51.1% female.
The population has grown 7.3% since 2010 (84,169 → 90,322).
Clifton city, NJ Climate
Clifton city, NJ has an average annual temperature of 11.9°C (53°F) and receives about 1237 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.9°C
Avg Temp
1237
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 30° | 97 mm |
| February | 0° / 33° | 76 mm |
| March | 5° / 41° | 104 mm |
| April | 11° / 51° | 107 mm |
| May | 17° / 62° | 116 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 101 mm |
| July | 25° / 76° | 118 mm |
| August | 24° / 74° | 108 mm |
| September | 19° / 67° | 111 mm |
| October | 13° / 55° | 97 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 107 mm |
| December | 2° / 35° | 95 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 Clifton city, NJ
The most comfortable months to visit Clifton city, NJ are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -6°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.