Hillsdale, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Hillsdale, New Jersey is 10,086 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 154th-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $169,862, the median home value is $656,800, and the median age is 42.4.
The population has grown 0.7% since 2010 (10,193 → 10,266).
10,086
Population
3476
People / sq mi
$169,862
Median Income
$656,800
Median Home Value
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Hillsdale covers 2.9 sq mi of land at 3476 people per square mile.
About Hillsdale, NJ
What sets Hillsdale apart is money: median household income runs $169,862, above the US median of $78,538. Hillsdale is a city in New Jersey with a population of 10,086.
Earnings sit at the high end: a median household income of $169,862, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 2.9%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $656,800, with typical rent around $1,720.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US cities: 62.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. A solid 21.8% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Hillsdale firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US cities — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Hillsdale borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Hillsdale borough had a population of 10,193 in 2010 and 10,266 in 2024, a 0.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,382 in 2017. Average annual growth rate: 0.05%.
10,266
Population (2024)
10,193
Population (2010)
10,382
Peak (2017)
0.05%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,193 |
| 2011 | 10,247 |
| 2012 | 10,316 |
| 2013 | 10,344 |
| 2014 | 10,355 |
| 2015 | 10,379 |
| 2016 | 10,365 |
| 2017 | 10,382 |
| 2018 | 10,344 |
| 2019 | 10,307 |
| 2020 | 10,117 |
| 2021 | 10,084 |
| 2022 | 10,086 |
| 2023 | 10,159 |
| 2024 | 10,266 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 81.6% |
| Black or African American | 1.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$169,862
Median Household Income
$65,986
Per Capita Income
2.9%
Poverty Rate
2.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$656,800
Median Home Value
$1,720
Median Rent
90.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.0%
High School+
62.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
6.2%
Drive Alone
60.3%
Public Transit
21.8%
Work From Home
27.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
25.5%
Foreign Born
82.8%
Non-English at Home
3.1%
Veterans
8.5%
With Disability
97.1%
Health Insurance
98.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 30.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.0% |
| Information | 8.5% |
| Manufacturing | 7.9% |
| Construction | 7.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 4.8% |
| Retail Trade | 2.9% |
| Public Administration | 2.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hillsdale, New Jersey has a population of 10,086 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 154th-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Hillsdale, New Jersey is $169,862, with 2.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Hillsdale, New Jersey is $656,800, with median monthly rent at $1,720 and a homeownership rate of 90.3%.
The median age in Hillsdale, New Jersey is 42.4 years. The population is 46.1% male and 53.9% female.
The population has grown 0.7% since 2010 (10,193 → 10,266).
Hillsdale borough, NJ Climate
Hillsdale borough, NJ has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F) and receives about 1242 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.1°C
Avg Temp
1242
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -2° / 29° | 96 mm |
| February | 0° / 31° | 77 mm |
| March | 4° / 40° | 104 mm |
| April | 10° / 50° | 109 mm |
| May | 16° / 60° | 117 mm |
| June | 21° / 69° | 102 mm |
| July | 24° / 74° | 113 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 107 mm |
| September | 18° / 65° | 113 mm |
| October | 12° / 54° | 98 mm |
| November | 7° / 44° | 110 mm |
| December | 1° / 34° | 96 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 Hillsdale borough, NJ
The most comfortable months to visit Hillsdale borough, NJ are typically June, August and July, 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). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.