Fort Lee, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Fort Lee, New Jersey is 39,818 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 25th-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $105,535, the median home value is $422,200, and the median age is 47.2.
The population has grown 14.2% since 2010 (35,508 → 40,566).
39,818
Population
15813
People / sq mi
$105,535
Median Income
$422,200
Median Home Value
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Fort Lee covers 2.5 sq mi of land at 15813 people per square mile.
About Fort Lee, NJ
What distinguishes Fort Lee is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 15,813 people per square mile. With 39,818 residents, Fort Lee is a city in New Jersey. It ranks #25 among cities in New Jersey by population.
The typical household earns $105,535 a year, above the US median of $78,538. About 6.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $422,200, with typical rent around $2,255.
The population is unusually well-credentialed for US cities — 64.8% of adults have a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. About 19.6% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 35 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Fort Lee: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Fort Lee borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Fort Lee borough had a population of 35,508 in 2010 and 40,566 in 2024, a 14.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 40,566 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.96%.
40,566
Population (2024)
35,508
Population (2010)
40,566
Peak (2024)
0.96%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 35,508 |
| 2011 | 35,727 |
| 2012 | 35,870 |
| 2013 | 36,202 |
| 2014 | 36,242 |
| 2015 | 36,292 |
| 2016 | 37,186 |
| 2017 | 37,316 |
| 2018 | 37,796 |
| 2019 | 38,605 |
| 2020 | 40,052 |
| 2021 | 39,911 |
| 2022 | 39,829 |
| 2023 | 40,065 |
| 2024 | 40,566 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 40.5% |
| Black or African American | 2.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$105,535
Median Household Income
$65,753
Per Capita Income
6.0%
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$422,200
Median Home Value
$2,255
Median Rent
57.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.0%
High School+
64.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
20.7%
Drive Alone
47.0%
Public Transit
19.6%
Work From Home
34.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
27.4%
Foreign Born
39.4%
Non-English at Home
2.1%
Veterans
10.7%
With Disability
92.5%
Health Insurance
96.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.8% |
| Information | 10.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.4% |
| Manufacturing | 8.0% |
| Retail Trade | 6.3% |
| Construction | 4.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.5% |
| Public Administration | 1.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fort Lee, New Jersey has a population of 39,818 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 25th-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Fort Lee, New Jersey is $105,535, with 6.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Fort Lee, New Jersey is $422,200, with median monthly rent at $2,255 and a homeownership rate of 57.5%.
The median age in Fort Lee, New Jersey is 47.2 years. The population is 48.4% male and 51.6% female.
The population has grown 14.2% since 2010 (35,508 → 40,566).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.