Fairview, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Fairview, New Jersey is 14,920 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 81st-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $64,152, the median home value is $512,100, and the median age is 39.0.
The population has grown 12.6% since 2010 (13,862 → 15,606).
14,920
Population
17678
People / sq mi
$64,152
Median Income
$512,100
Median Home Value
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Fairview covers 0.8 sq mi of land at 17678 people per square mile.
About Fairview, NJ
Fairview stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 17,678 people per square mile. With 14,920 residents, Fairview is a city in New Jersey.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $64,152, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 15.0%, above the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $512,100, with typical rent around $1,597.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 23.6% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 7.0%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Fairview: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Fairview borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Fairview borough had a population of 13,862 in 2010 and 15,606 in 2024, a 12.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 15,606 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.86%.
15,606
Population (2024)
13,862
Population (2010)
15,606
Peak (2024)
0.86%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,862 |
| 2011 | 13,989 |
| 2012 | 14,026 |
| 2013 | 14,131 |
| 2014 | 14,252 |
| 2015 | 14,262 |
| 2016 | 14,248 |
| 2017 | 14,286 |
| 2018 | 14,241 |
| 2019 | 14,189 |
| 2020 | 14,982 |
| 2021 | 14,945 |
| 2022 | 14,939 |
| 2023 | 15,064 |
| 2024 | 15,606 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 49.9% |
| Black or African American | 1.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$64,152
Median Household Income
$38,915
Per Capita Income
15.0%
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$512,100
Median Home Value
$1,597
Median Rent
34.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
73.7%
High School+
23.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
16.2%
Drive Alone
51.3%
Public Transit
7.0%
Work From Home
31.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
15.8%
Foreign Born
29.3%
Non-English at Home
2.0%
Veterans
9.7%
With Disability
80.2%
Health Insurance
94.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.5% |
| Manufacturing | 9.8% |
| Construction | 9.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 8.6% |
| Information | 7.3% |
| Retail Trade | 7.0% |
| Public Administration | 1.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fairview, New Jersey has a population of 14,920 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 81st-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Fairview, New Jersey is $64,152, with 15.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Fairview, New Jersey is $512,100, with median monthly rent at $1,597 and a homeownership rate of 34.8%.
The median age in Fairview, New Jersey is 39.0 years. The population is 52.1% male and 47.9% female.
The population has grown 12.6% since 2010 (13,862 → 15,606).
Fairview borough, NJ Climate
Fairview borough, NJ has an average annual temperature of 12°C (54°F) and receives about 1220 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12°C
Avg Temp
1220
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 31° | 96 mm |
| February | 1° / 33° | 77 mm |
| March | 5° / 41° | 105 mm |
| April | 11° / 51° | 106 mm |
| May | 17° / 62° | 114 mm |
| June | 21° / 71° | 96 mm |
| July | 24° / 76° | 116 mm |
| August | 24° / 74° | 109 mm |
| September | 19° / 67° | 106 mm |
| October | 13° / 56° | 94 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 106 mm |
| December | 2° / 36° | 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 Fairview borough, NJ
The most comfortable months to visit Fairview 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 -5°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.