Elmwood Park, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Elmwood Park, New Jersey is 21,287 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 53rd-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $100,852, the median home value is $456,000, and the median age is 39.9.
The population has grown 11.1% since 2010 (19,513 → 21,680).
21,287
Population
8054
People / sq mi
$100,852
Median Income
$456,000
Median Home Value
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Elmwood Park covers 2.6 sq mi of land at 8054 people per square mile.
About Elmwood Park, NJ
Elmwood Park stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 8,054 people per square mile. Elmwood Park is a city in New Jersey with a population of 21,287.
The typical household earns $100,852 a year, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.6%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $456,000, with typical rent around $2,025.
Roughly 35.7% of adults have a bachelor’s, near the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 7.8% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Elmwood Park: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Elmwood Park borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Elmwood Park borough had a population of 19,513 in 2010 and 21,680 in 2024, a 11.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 21,680 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.77%.
21,680
Population (2024)
19,513
Population (2010)
21,680
Peak (2024)
0.77%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 19,513 |
| 2011 | 19,625 |
| 2012 | 19,683 |
| 2013 | 20,031 |
| 2014 | 20,064 |
| 2015 | 20,101 |
| 2016 | 20,078 |
| 2017 | 20,118 |
| 2018 | 20,038 |
| 2019 | 19,966 |
| 2020 | 21,363 |
| 2021 | 21,300 |
| 2022 | 21,311 |
| 2023 | 21,451 |
| 2024 | 21,680 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 57.6% |
| Black or African American | 9.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$100,852
Median Household Income
$40,732
Per Capita Income
7.6%
Poverty Rate
5.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$456,000
Median Home Value
$2,025
Median Rent
57.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.6%
High School+
35.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
7.1%
Drive Alone
71.7%
Public Transit
7.8%
Work From Home
27.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
14.5%
Foreign Born
46.6%
Non-English at Home
3.2%
Veterans
10.1%
With Disability
91.0%
Health Insurance
93.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.4% |
| Manufacturing | 9.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.1% |
| Information | 7.1% |
| Retail Trade | 7.0% |
| Construction | 5.9% |
| Public Administration | 3.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Elmwood Park, New Jersey has a population of 21,287 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 53rd-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Elmwood Park, New Jersey is $100,852, with 7.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Elmwood Park, New Jersey is $456,000, with median monthly rent at $2,025 and a homeownership rate of 57.4%.
The median age in Elmwood Park, New Jersey is 39.9 years. The population is 47.4% male and 52.6% female.
The population has grown 11.1% since 2010 (19,513 → 21,680).
Elmwood Park borough, NJ Climate
Elmwood Park borough, 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 Elmwood Park borough, NJ
The most comfortable months to visit Elmwood Park borough, 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.