Madison, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Madison, New Jersey is 16,464 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 71st-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $168,469, the median home value is $882,900, and the median age is 39.0.
The population has grown 4.4% since 2010 (15,850 → 16,555).
16,464
Population
3818
People / sq mi
$168,469
Median Income
$882,900
Median Home Value
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Madison covers 4.3 sq mi of land at 3818 people per square mile.
About Madison, NJ
The poverty rate is what most separates Madison from the typical city: 1.1% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Madison is a city in New Jersey with a population of 16,464.
Households here are among the highest-earning of all US cities: median income is $168,469, above the US median of $78,538. Hardship is rare relative to US cities: a poverty rate of just 1.1%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is expensive: the median home is worth $882,900, with typical rent around $2,248.
Madison is among the best-educated US cities: 70.7% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national 35.0%. An unusually large 25.2% of workers are remote, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Madison borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Madison borough had a population of 15,850 in 2010 and 16,555 in 2024, a 4.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 17,654 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.36%.
16,555
Population (2024)
15,850
Population (2010)
17,654
Peak (2019)
0.36%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,850 |
| 2011 | 15,942 |
| 2012 | 16,001 |
| 2013 | 16,112 |
| 2014 | 15,963 |
| 2015 | 15,964 |
| 2016 | 15,935 |
| 2017 | 15,868 |
| 2018 | 16,488 |
| 2019 | 17,654 |
| 2020 | 16,902 |
| 2021 | 15,912 |
| 2022 | 16,290 |
| 2023 | 16,532 |
| 2024 | 16,555 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 77.7% |
| Black or African American | 1.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$168,469
Median Household Income
$85,897
Per Capita Income
1.1%
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$882,900
Median Home Value
$2,248
Median Rent
64.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.7%
High School+
70.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
8.1%
Drive Alone
52.9%
Public Transit
25.2%
Work From Home
26.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
33.1%
Foreign Born
81.4%
Non-English at Home
2.8%
Veterans
6.9%
With Disability
96.1%
Health Insurance
97.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.2% |
| Information | 17.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.8% |
| Manufacturing | 8.8% |
| Public Administration | 3.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.6% |
| Construction | 3.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.6% |
| Retail Trade | 2.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Madison, New Jersey has a population of 16,464 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 71st-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Madison, New Jersey is $168,469, with 1.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Madison, New Jersey is $882,900, with median monthly rent at $2,248 and a homeownership rate of 64.2%.
The median age in Madison, New Jersey is 39.0 years. The population is 49.0% male and 51.0% female.
The population has grown 4.4% since 2010 (15,850 → 16,555).
Madison borough, NJ Climate
Madison borough, NJ has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F) and receives about 1282 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.7°C
Avg Temp
1282
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -2° / 28° | 100 mm |
| February | -1° / 31° | 79 mm |
| March | 4° / 39° | 105 mm |
| April | 10° / 49° | 109 mm |
| May | 16° / 60° | 120 mm |
| June | 20° / 68° | 109 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 125 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 111 mm |
| September | 18° / 65° | 118 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 100 mm |
| November | 6° / 44° | 109 mm |
| December | 1° / 34° | 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 Madison borough, NJ
The most comfortable months to visit Madison borough, NJ are typically June, August and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -7°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.