Hackensack, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Hackensack, New Jersey is 45,768 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 20th-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $82,212, the median home value is $370,300, and the median age is 41.5.
The population has grown 8.3% since 2010 (43,068 → 46,630).
45,768
Population
10921
People / sq mi
$82,212
Median Income
$370,300
Median Home Value
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Hackensack covers 4.2 sq mi of land at 10921 people per square mile.
About Hackensack, NJ
What distinguishes Hackensack is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 10,921 people per square mile. Hackensack is a city in New Jersey with a population of 45,768. It ranks #20 among cities in New Jersey by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $82,212 — near the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.6%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $370,300, with typical rent around $1,794.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 41.7% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 10.6%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Hackensack: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Hackensack city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Hackensack city had a population of 43,068 in 2010 and 46,630 in 2024, a 8.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 46,630 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.57%.
46,630
Population (2024)
43,068
Population (2010)
46,630
Peak (2024)
0.57%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 43,068 |
| 2011 | 43,303 |
| 2012 | 43,407 |
| 2013 | 43,512 |
| 2014 | 44,181 |
| 2015 | 44,281 |
| 2016 | 44,257 |
| 2017 | 44,518 |
| 2018 | 44,354 |
| 2019 | 44,188 |
| 2020 | 45,908 |
| 2021 | 45,777 |
| 2022 | 45,793 |
| 2023 | 46,155 |
| 2024 | 46,630 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 36.7% |
| Black or African American | 20.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$82,212
Median Household Income
$49,224
Per Capita Income
7.6%
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$370,300
Median Home Value
$1,794
Median Rent
38.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.5%
High School+
41.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
13.2%
Drive Alone
60.6%
Public Transit
10.6%
Work From Home
28.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
23.2%
Foreign Born
48.5%
Non-English at Home
3.1%
Veterans
12.6%
With Disability
90.2%
Health Insurance
96.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 14.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.2% |
| Manufacturing | 7.3% |
| Retail Trade | 6.9% |
| Information | 6.4% |
| Construction | 6.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.3% |
| Public Administration | 2.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hackensack, New Jersey has a population of 45,768 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 20th-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Hackensack, New Jersey is $82,212, with 7.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Hackensack, New Jersey is $370,300, with median monthly rent at $1,794 and a homeownership rate of 38.4%.
The median age in Hackensack, New Jersey is 41.5 years. The population is 49.8% male and 50.2% female.
The population has grown 8.3% since 2010 (43,068 → 46,630).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.