Garfield, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Garfield, New Jersey is 32,502 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 28th-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $75,701, the median home value is $454,300, and the median age is 39.0.
The population has grown 9.8% since 2010 (30,542 → 33,530).
32,502
Population
15396
People / sq mi
$75,701
Median Income
$454,300
Median Home Value
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Garfield covers 2.1 sq mi of land at 15396 people per square mile.
About Garfield, NJ
What distinguishes Garfield is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 15,396 people per square mile. Garfield is a city in New Jersey with a population of 32,502. It ranks #28 among cities in New Jersey by population.
The typical household here earns about $75,701, near the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 13.0%, close to the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $454,300, with typical rent around $1,612.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 24.3% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 6.8% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Garfield: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Garfield city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Garfield city had a population of 30,542 in 2010 and 33,530 in 2024, a 9.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 33,530 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.67%.
33,530
Population (2024)
30,542
Population (2010)
33,530
Peak (2024)
0.67%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 30,542 |
| 2011 | 30,714 |
| 2012 | 30,887 |
| 2013 | 31,047 |
| 2014 | 31,232 |
| 2015 | 31,395 |
| 2016 | 31,503 |
| 2017 | 31,848 |
| 2018 | 31,735 |
| 2019 | 31,802 |
| 2020 | 32,559 |
| 2021 | 32,517 |
| 2022 | 32,498 |
| 2023 | 32,758 |
| 2024 | 33,530 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 58.5% |
| Black or African American | 6.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$75,701
Median Household Income
$36,260
Per Capita Income
13.0%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$454,300
Median Home Value
$1,612
Median Rent
45.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
84.4%
High School+
24.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
6.8%
Drive Alone
68.9%
Public Transit
6.8%
Work From Home
27.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
11.0%
Foreign Born
32.7%
Non-English at Home
2.4%
Veterans
9.4%
With Disability
83.1%
Health Insurance
91.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.4% |
| Construction | 11.1% |
| Manufacturing | 11.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.7% |
| Retail Trade | 8.4% |
| Information | 7.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Public Administration | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Garfield, New Jersey has a population of 32,502 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 28th-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Garfield, New Jersey is $75,701, with 13.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Garfield, New Jersey is $454,300, with median monthly rent at $1,612 and a homeownership rate of 45.4%.
The median age in Garfield, New Jersey is 39.0 years. The population is 50.2% male and 49.8% female.
The population has grown 9.8% since 2010 (30,542 → 33,530).
Garfield city, NJ Climate
Garfield city, 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 Garfield city, NJ
The most comfortable months to visit Garfield city, 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.