Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey is 10,383 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 146th-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $111,614, the median home value is $388,300, and the median age is 46.5.
10,383
Population
1406
People / sq mi
$111,614
Median Income
$388,300
Median Home Value
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Lake Hopatcong covers 7.4 sq mi of land at 1406 people per square mile.
About Lake Hopatcong, NJ
Homeownership is the standout figure in Lake Hopatcong: 93.4% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. With 10,383 residents, Lake Hopatcong is a city in New Jersey.
The typical household earns $111,614 a year, above the US median of $78,538. Very few residents live in poverty — 2.2%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $388,300, with typical rent around $1,599.
43.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 12.7%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Lake Hopatcong, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 77.4% |
| Black or African American | 6.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$111,614
Median Household Income
$54,567
Per Capita Income
2.2%
Poverty Rate
1.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$388,300
Median Home Value
$1,599
Median Rent
93.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.4%
High School+
43.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.5%
Drive Alone
76.7%
Public Transit
12.7%
Work From Home
29.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
22.2%
Foreign Born
82.7%
Non-English at Home
7.7%
Veterans
13.6%
With Disability
96.4%
Health Insurance
98.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.0% |
| Manufacturing | 16.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.1% |
| Public Administration | 7.2% |
| Construction | 6.7% |
| Retail Trade | 4.4% |
| Information | 4.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey has a population of 10,383 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 146th-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey is $111,614, with 2.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey is $388,300, with median monthly rent at $1,599 and a homeownership rate of 93.4%.
The median age in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey is 46.5 years. The population is 49.8% male and 50.2% female.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.