Paramus, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Paramus, New Jersey is 26,500 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 38th-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $139,707, the median home value is $736,000, and the median age is 49.1.
The population has grown 1.6% since 2010 (26,362 → 26,786).
26,500
Population
2537
People / sq mi
$139,707
Median Income
$736,000
Median Home Value
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Paramus covers 10.4 sq mi of land at 2537 people per square mile.
About Paramus, NJ
Age is the most distinctive thing about Paramus: a median age of 49.1, older than the national median. With 26,500 residents, Paramus is a city in New Jersey. It ranks #38 among cities in New Jersey by population.
Households here are among the highest-earning of all US cities: median income is $139,707, above the US median of $78,538. Only 3.1% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $736,000, with typical rent around $2,845.
About 50.2% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. A solid 21.5% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Paramus — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Paramus borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Paramus borough had a population of 26,362 in 2010 and 26,786 in 2024, a 1.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 26,786 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.12%.
26,786
Population (2024)
26,362
Population (2010)
26,786
Peak (2024)
0.12%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 26,362 |
| 2011 | 26,485 |
| 2012 | 26,547 |
| 2013 | 26,592 |
| 2014 | 26,594 |
| 2015 | 26,647 |
| 2016 | 26,585 |
| 2017 | 26,595 |
| 2018 | 26,454 |
| 2019 | 26,264 |
| 2020 | 26,606 |
| 2021 | 26,491 |
| 2022 | 26,441 |
| 2023 | 26,518 |
| 2024 | 26,786 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 59.2% |
| Black or African American | 4.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$139,707
Median Household Income
$55,503
Per Capita Income
3.1%
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$736,000
Median Home Value
$2,845
Median Rent
81.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.1%
High School+
50.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
7.8%
Drive Alone
63.2%
Public Transit
21.5%
Work From Home
30.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.6%
Foreign Born
62.2%
Non-English at Home
4.5%
Veterans
10.0%
With Disability
97.4%
Health Insurance
95.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.8% |
| Information | 11.5% |
| Construction | 7.6% |
| Manufacturing | 5.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.2% |
| Public Administration | 4.5% |
| Retail Trade | 3.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Paramus, New Jersey has a population of 26,500 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 38th-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Paramus, New Jersey is $139,707, with 3.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Paramus, New Jersey is $736,000, with median monthly rent at $2,845 and a homeownership rate of 81.7%.
The median age in Paramus, New Jersey is 49.1 years. The population is 50.0% male and 50.0% female.
The population has grown 1.6% since 2010 (26,362 → 26,786).
Paramus borough, NJ Climate
Paramus borough, NJ has an average annual temperature of 11.6°C (53°F) and receives about 1217 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.6°C
Avg Temp
1217
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 30° | 95 mm |
| February | 0° / 32° | 75 mm |
| March | 5° / 41° | 103 mm |
| April | 11° / 51° | 107 mm |
| May | 16° / 61° | 114 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 99 mm |
| July | 24° / 75° | 113 mm |
| August | 23° / 74° | 106 mm |
| September | 19° / 66° | 109 mm |
| October | 13° / 55° | 95 mm |
| November | 7° / 45° | 107 mm |
| December | 2° / 35° | 94 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 Paramus borough, NJ
The most comfortable months to visit Paramus borough, NJ are typically June, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -6°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.