East Franklin, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of East Franklin, New Jersey is 10,281 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 147th-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $105,363, the median home value is $366,900, and the median age is 30.4.
10,281
Population
9441
People / sq mi
$105,363
Median Income
$366,900
Median Home Value
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East Franklin covers 1.1 sq mi of land at 9441 people per square mile.
About East Franklin, NJ
What distinguishes East Franklin is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 9,441 people per square mile. With 10,281 residents, East Franklin is a city in New Jersey.
The typical household earns $105,363 a year, above the US median of $78,538. Only 4.4% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $366,900, with typical rent around $1,794.
Roughly 24.8% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 11.7%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in East Franklin: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 9.8% |
| Black or African American | 25.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$105,363
Median Household Income
$37,009
Per Capita Income
4.4%
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$366,900
Median Home Value
$1,794
Median Rent
47.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
78.7%
High School+
24.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.4%
Drive Alone
54.8%
Public Transit
11.7%
Work From Home
31.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
17.8%
Foreign Born
45.8%
Non-English at Home
4.1%
Veterans
10.1%
With Disability
75.5%
Health Insurance
99.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.7% |
| Manufacturing | 14.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.9% |
| Retail Trade | 10.1% |
| Information | 5.9% |
| Construction | 5.4% |
| Public Administration | 4.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 4.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
East Franklin, New Jersey has a population of 10,281 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 147th-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in East Franklin, New Jersey is $105,363, with 4.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in East Franklin, New Jersey is $366,900, with median monthly rent at $1,794 and a homeownership rate of 47.9%.
The median age in East Franklin, New Jersey is 30.4 years. The population is 53.4% male and 46.6% female.
East Franklin Cdp, NJ Climate
East Franklin Cdp, NJ has an average annual temperature of 11.7°C (53°F) and receives about 1232 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.7°C
Avg Temp
1232
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 30° | 98 mm |
| February | 0° / 33° | 76 mm |
| March | 5° / 41° | 103 mm |
| April | 11° / 51° | 103 mm |
| May | 16° / 61° | 114 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 100 mm |
| July | 24° / 75° | 127 mm |
| August | 23° / 74° | 114 mm |
| September | 19° / 66° | 109 mm |
| October | 13° / 55° | 89 mm |
| November | 7° / 45° | 102 mm |
| December | 2° / 35° | 97 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 East Franklin Cdp, NJ
The most comfortable months to visit East Franklin Cdp, 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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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.