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Population Review

Newark city, NJ — Population & Demographics

Newark city, NJ has a population of 307,188. The median household income is $48,416 and the median age is 34.8.

307,188

Population

$48,416

Median Income

$337,800

Median Home Value

34.8

Median Age

Race & Ethnicity

White16.5%
Black or African American46.7%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.4%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$48,416

Median Household Income

$25,509

Per Capita Income

21.0%

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$337,800

Median Home Value

$1,330

Median Rent

24.1%

Owner-Occupied

Education

77.2%

High School+

17.4%

Bachelor's+

Commute

18.6%

Drive Alone

6.1%

Work From Home

33.2 min

Avg Commute

Frequently Asked Questions

Newark city, NJ has a population of 307,188 according to Census ACS 2023 data.

The median household income in Newark city, NJ is $48,416, with 21.0% living below the poverty level.

The median home value in Newark city, NJ is $337,800, with median rent at $1,330.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.