Jersey City city, NJ — Population & Demographics
Jersey City city, NJ has a population of 289,691. The median household income is $94,813 and the median age is 34.7.
289,691
Population
$94,813
Median Income
$534,500
Median Home Value
34.7
Median Age
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 28.7% |
| Black or African American | 21.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$94,813
Median Household Income
$57,746
Per Capita Income
12.1%
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$534,500
Median Home Value
$1,902
Median Rent
28.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.5%
High School+
53.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
37.1%
Drive Alone
21.6%
Work From Home
36.9 min
Avg Commute
Frequently Asked Questions
Jersey City city, NJ has a population of 289,691 according to Census ACS 2023 data.
The median household income in Jersey City city, NJ is $94,813, with 12.1% living below the poverty level.
The median home value in Jersey City city, NJ is $534,500, with median rent at $1,902.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.