Paterson city, NJ — Population & Demographics
Paterson city, NJ has a population of 157,660. The median household income is $53,766 and the median age is 33.3.
157,660
Population
$53,766
Median Income
$335,400
Median Home Value
33.3
Median Age
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 15.5% |
| Black or African American | 24.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$53,766
Median Household Income
$23,528
Per Capita Income
20.9%
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$335,400
Median Home Value
$1,457
Median Rent
26.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
76.1%
High School+
12.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
8.0%
Drive Alone
4.8%
Work From Home
23.1 min
Avg Commute
Frequently Asked Questions
Paterson city, NJ has a population of 157,660 according to Census ACS 2023 data.
The median household income in Paterson city, NJ is $53,766, with 20.9% living below the poverty level.
The median home value in Paterson city, NJ is $335,400, with median rent at $1,457.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.