Edgewater, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Edgewater, New Jersey is 14,544 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 86th-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $137,847, the median home value is $723,400, and the median age is 39.9.
The population has grown 31.1% since 2010 (11,529 → 15,116).
14,544
Population
14978
People / sq mi
$137,847
Median Income
$723,400
Median Home Value
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Edgewater covers 1.0 sq mi of land at 14978 people per square mile.
About Edgewater, NJ
What distinguishes Edgewater is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 14,978 people per square mile. Edgewater is a city in New Jersey with a population of 14,544.
Median household income is $137,847, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 4.7%, below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $723,400, with typical rent around $2,645.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US cities: 74.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. An unusually large 25.4% of workers are remote, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 42 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Edgewater: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Edgewater borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Edgewater borough had a population of 11,529 in 2010 and 15,116 in 2024, a 31.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 15,116 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.99%.
15,116
Population (2024)
11,529
Population (2010)
15,116
Peak (2024)
1.99%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,529 |
| 2011 | 11,623 |
| 2012 | 11,658 |
| 2013 | 11,880 |
| 2014 | 12,255 |
| 2015 | 11,882 |
| 2016 | 11,903 |
| 2017 | 12,158 |
| 2018 | 12,667 |
| 2019 | 13,364 |
| 2020 | 14,490 |
| 2021 | 14,671 |
| 2022 | 14,690 |
| 2023 | 14,815 |
| 2024 | 15,116 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 40.9% |
| Black or African American | 4.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$137,847
Median Household Income
$96,592
Per Capita Income
4.7%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$723,400
Median Home Value
$2,645
Median Rent
41.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.5%
High School+
74.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
29.7%
Drive Alone
35.2%
Public Transit
25.4%
Work From Home
42.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
25.7%
Foreign Born
43.3%
Non-English at Home
2.0%
Veterans
7.9%
With Disability
94.0%
Health Insurance
99.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 21.3% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.5% |
| Information | 17.2% |
| Manufacturing | 7.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.9% |
| Public Administration | 2.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 1.4% |
| Construction | 1.3% |
| Retail Trade | 1.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Edgewater, New Jersey has a population of 14,544 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 86th-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Edgewater, New Jersey is $137,847, with 4.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Edgewater, New Jersey is $723,400, with median monthly rent at $2,645 and a homeownership rate of 41.0%.
The median age in Edgewater, New Jersey is 39.9 years. The population is 49.9% male and 50.1% female.
The population has grown 31.1% since 2010 (11,529 → 15,116).
Edgewater borough, NJ Climate
Edgewater borough, NJ has an average annual temperature of 12.1°C (54°F) and receives about 1202 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12.1°C
Avg Temp
1202
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0° / 31° | 95 mm |
| February | 1° / 33° | 77 mm |
| March | 5° / 41° | 106 mm |
| April | 11° / 51° | 104 mm |
| May | 16° / 61° | 111 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 93 mm |
| July | 24° / 76° | 113 mm |
| August | 24° / 74° | 108 mm |
| September | 19° / 67° | 103 mm |
| October | 13° / 56° | 92 mm |
| November | 8° / 47° | 105 mm |
| December | 3° / 37° | 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 Edgewater borough, NJ
The most comfortable months to visit Edgewater borough, NJ are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -4°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.