New Milford, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of New Milford, New Jersey is 16,882 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 70th-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $113,513, the median home value is $554,800, and the median age is 39.5.
The population has grown 5.3% since 2010 (16,366 → 17,229).
16,882
Population
7395
People / sq mi
$113,513
Median Income
$554,800
Median Home Value
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New Milford covers 2.3 sq mi of land at 7395 people per square mile.
About New Milford, NJ
New Milford stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 7,395 people per square mile. With 16,882 residents, New Milford is a city in New Jersey.
The typical household earns $113,513 a year, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 4.9%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $554,800, with typical rent around $1,722.
About 48.0% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is close to the national 14.0% at 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in New Milford: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
New Milford borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of New Milford borough had a population of 16,366 in 2010 and 17,229 in 2024, a 5.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 17,229 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.37%.
17,229
Population (2024)
16,366
Population (2010)
17,229
Peak (2024)
0.37%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16,366 |
| 2011 | 16,453 |
| 2012 | 16,499 |
| 2013 | 16,534 |
| 2014 | 16,539 |
| 2015 | 16,591 |
| 2016 | 16,568 |
| 2017 | 16,592 |
| 2018 | 16,495 |
| 2019 | 16,429 |
| 2020 | 16,879 |
| 2021 | 16,923 |
| 2022 | 16,930 |
| 2023 | 17,043 |
| 2024 | 17,229 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 53.6% |
| Black or African American | 5.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$113,513
Median Household Income
$51,201
Per Capita Income
4.9%
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$554,800
Median Home Value
$1,722
Median Rent
62.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.7%
High School+
48.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
7.8%
Drive Alone
62.9%
Public Transit
14.0%
Work From Home
29.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
23.3%
Foreign Born
56.1%
Non-English at Home
4.4%
Veterans
9.4%
With Disability
96.0%
Health Insurance
97.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 17.0% |
| Information | 9.6% |
| Manufacturing | 7.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.1% |
| Construction | 4.9% |
| Retail Trade | 4.0% |
| Public Administration | 3.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
New Milford, New Jersey has a population of 16,882 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 70th-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in New Milford, New Jersey is $113,513, with 4.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in New Milford, New Jersey is $554,800, with median monthly rent at $1,722 and a homeownership rate of 62.7%.
The median age in New Milford, New Jersey is 39.5 years. The population is 48.5% male and 51.5% female.
The population has grown 5.3% since 2010 (16,366 → 17,229).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.