Oakland, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Oakland, New Jersey is 12,700 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 108th-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $162,862, the median home value is $567,200, and the median age is 41.9.
The population has grown 1.2% since 2010 (12,770 → 12,926).
12,700
Population
1493
People / sq mi
$162,862
Median Income
$567,200
Median Home Value
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Oakland covers 8.5 sq mi of land at 1493 people per square mile.
About Oakland, NJ
Homeownership is the standout figure in Oakland: 91.8% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. Oakland is a city in New Jersey with a population of 12,700.
Income is a real outlier — the median household pulls in $162,862, putting Oakland near the top of US cities. Hardship is rare relative to US cities: a poverty rate of just 1.4%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $567,200, with typical rent around $1,462.
College attainment is above the local norm at 54.4%, above the national 35.0%. About 18.4% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Oakland, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.
Oakland borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Oakland borough had a population of 12,770 in 2010 and 12,926 in 2024, a 1.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,001 in 2017. Average annual growth rate: 0.09%.
12,926
Population (2024)
12,770
Population (2010)
13,001
Peak (2017)
0.09%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,770 |
| 2011 | 12,836 |
| 2012 | 12,880 |
| 2013 | 12,925 |
| 2014 | 12,957 |
| 2015 | 12,995 |
| 2016 | 12,975 |
| 2017 | 13,001 |
| 2018 | 12,966 |
| 2019 | 12,926 |
| 2020 | 12,716 |
| 2021 | 12,694 |
| 2022 | 12,695 |
| 2023 | 12,793 |
| 2024 | 12,926 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 84.2% |
| Black or African American | 1.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$162,862
Median Household Income
$64,120
Per Capita Income
1.4%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$567,200
Median Home Value
$1,462
Median Rent
91.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.6%
High School+
54.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.3%
Drive Alone
71.3%
Public Transit
18.4%
Work From Home
30.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
23.5%
Foreign Born
77.6%
Non-English at Home
3.6%
Veterans
8.6%
With Disability
95.4%
Health Insurance
97.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 30.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.0% |
| Information | 9.9% |
| Manufacturing | 9.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.4% |
| Construction | 6.1% |
| Public Administration | 3.2% |
| Retail Trade | 3.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Oakland, New Jersey has a population of 12,700 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 108th-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Oakland, New Jersey is $162,862, with 1.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Oakland, New Jersey is $567,200, with median monthly rent at $1,462 and a homeownership rate of 91.8%.
The median age in Oakland, New Jersey is 41.9 years. The population is 50.2% male and 49.8% female.
The population has grown 1.2% since 2010 (12,770 → 12,926).
Oakland borough, NJ Climate
Oakland borough, NJ has an average annual temperature of 10.4°C (51°F) and receives about 1277 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.4°C
Avg Temp
1277
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -2° / 28° | 99 mm |
| February | -1° / 30° | 79 mm |
| March | 4° / 39° | 106 mm |
| April | 10° / 49° | 111 mm |
| May | 15° / 59° | 119 mm |
| June | 20° / 68° | 108 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 116 mm |
| August | 22° / 71° | 108 mm |
| September | 18° / 64° | 119 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 102 mm |
| November | 6° / 43° | 112 mm |
| December | 1° / 33° | 98 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 Oakland borough, NJ
The most comfortable months to visit Oakland borough, NJ are typically August, June 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). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.