Little Ferry, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Little Ferry, New Jersey is 10,942 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 133rd-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $79,476, the median home value is $388,500, and the median age is 44.8.
The population has grown 4.6% since 2010 (10,650 → 11,137).
10,942
Population
7408
People / sq mi
$79,476
Median Income
$388,500
Median Home Value
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Little Ferry covers 1.5 sq mi of land at 7408 people per square mile.
About Little Ferry, NJ
What distinguishes Little Ferry is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 7,408 people per square mile. With 10,942 residents, Little Ferry is a city in New Jersey.
The typical household here earns about $79,476, near the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 6.0%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $388,500, with typical rent around $1,798.
33.4% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, near the national average of 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 4.6%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Little Ferry: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Little Ferry borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Little Ferry borough had a population of 10,650 in 2010 and 11,137 in 2024, a 4.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,137 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.32%.
11,137
Population (2024)
10,650
Population (2010)
11,137
Peak (2024)
0.32%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,650 |
| 2011 | 10,720 |
| 2012 | 10,755 |
| 2013 | 10,786 |
| 2014 | 10,796 |
| 2015 | 10,826 |
| 2016 | 10,802 |
| 2017 | 10,819 |
| 2018 | 10,777 |
| 2019 | 10,739 |
| 2020 | 10,954 |
| 2021 | 10,927 |
| 2022 | 10,933 |
| 2023 | 11,013 |
| 2024 | 11,137 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 48.5% |
| Black or African American | 4.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$79,476
Median Household Income
$44,834
Per Capita Income
6.0%
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$388,500
Median Home Value
$1,798
Median Rent
43.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.7%
High School+
33.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
15.5%
Drive Alone
68.5%
Public Transit
4.6%
Work From Home
28.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
17.4%
Foreign Born
42.4%
Non-English at Home
2.4%
Veterans
8.1%
With Disability
91.8%
Health Insurance
94.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 16.6% |
| Retail Trade | 15.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.9% |
| Manufacturing | 9.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.5% |
| Information | 5.9% |
| Construction | 4.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Public Administration | 1.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Little Ferry, New Jersey has a population of 10,942 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 133rd-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Little Ferry, New Jersey is $79,476, with 6.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Little Ferry, New Jersey is $388,500, with median monthly rent at $1,798 and a homeownership rate of 43.1%.
The median age in Little Ferry, New Jersey is 44.8 years. The population is 47.4% male and 52.6% female.
The population has grown 4.6% since 2010 (10,650 → 11,137).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.