Hackettstown, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Hackettstown, New Jersey is 10,143 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 150th-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $91,250, the median home value is $337,100, and the median age is 38.0.
The population has grown 4.7% since 2010 (9,722 → 10,182).
10,143
Population
2808
People / sq mi
$91,250
Median Income
$337,100
Median Home Value
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Hackettstown covers 3.6 sq mi of land at 2808 people per square mile.
About Hackettstown, NJ
With 10,143 residents, Hackettstown is a city in New Jersey.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $91,250 — above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 5.7%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $337,100, with typical rent around $1,419.
Roughly 34.8% of adults have a bachelor’s, near the national 35.0%. About 9.8% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
Hackettstown town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Hackettstown town had a population of 9,722 in 2010 and 10,182 in 2024, a 4.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,232 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.36%.
10,182
Population (2024)
9,722
Population (2010)
10,232
Peak (2020)
0.36%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,722 |
| 2011 | 9,676 |
| 2012 | 9,610 |
| 2013 | 9,543 |
| 2014 | 9,538 |
| 2015 | 9,568 |
| 2016 | 9,505 |
| 2017 | 9,466 |
| 2018 | 9,443 |
| 2019 | 9,356 |
| 2020 | 10,232 |
| 2021 | 10,031 |
| 2022 | 10,127 |
| 2023 | 10,144 |
| 2024 | 10,182 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 71.8% |
| Black or African American | 4.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$91,250
Median Household Income
$40,297
Per Capita Income
5.7%
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$337,100
Median Home Value
$1,419
Median Rent
59.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.0%
High School+
34.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.0%
Drive Alone
71.6%
Public Transit
9.8%
Work From Home
30.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
22.7%
Foreign Born
74.6%
Non-English at Home
3.9%
Veterans
11.7%
With Disability
88.1%
Health Insurance
93.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.1% |
| Manufacturing | 10.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.2% |
| Information | 8.9% |
| Construction | 6.8% |
| Retail Trade | 5.6% |
| Public Administration | 4.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hackettstown, New Jersey has a population of 10,143 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 150th-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Hackettstown, New Jersey is $91,250, with 5.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Hackettstown, New Jersey is $337,100, with median monthly rent at $1,419 and a homeownership rate of 59.3%.
The median age in Hackettstown, New Jersey is 38.0 years. The population is 47.2% male and 52.8% female.
The population has grown 4.7% since 2010 (9,722 → 10,182).
Hackettstown town, NJ Climate
Hackettstown town, NJ has an average annual temperature of 9.3°C (49°F) and receives about 1266 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.3°C
Avg Temp
1266
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -4° / 25° | 94 mm |
| February | -2° / 28° | 81 mm |
| March | 3° / 37° | 99 mm |
| April | 8° / 47° | 109 mm |
| May | 14° / 57° | 120 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 112 mm |
| July | 22° / 71° | 122 mm |
| August | 21° / 69° | 116 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 111 mm |
| October | 11° / 51° | 96 mm |
| November | 5° / 41° | 109 mm |
| December | 0° / 31° | 97 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 Hackettstown town, NJ
The most comfortable months to visit Hackettstown town, NJ are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -9°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.