Ridgefield Park, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Ridgefield Park, New Jersey is 13,167 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 102nd-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $98,184, the median home value is $459,400, and the median age is 38.0.
The population has grown 5.2% since 2010 (12,737 → 13,400).
13,167
Population
7723
People / sq mi
$98,184
Median Income
$459,400
Median Home Value
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Ridgefield Park covers 1.7 sq mi of land at 7723 people per square mile.
About Ridgefield Park, NJ
Ridgefield Park stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 7,723 people per square mile. With 13,167 residents, Ridgefield Park is a city in New Jersey.
The typical household here earns about $98,184, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 11.4%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $459,400, with typical rent around $1,633.
35.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, near the national average of 35.0%. About 9.9% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Ridgefield Park: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Ridgefield Park village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Ridgefield Park village had a population of 12,737 in 2010 and 13,400 in 2024, a 5.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,400 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.37%.
13,400
Population (2024)
12,737
Population (2010)
13,400
Peak (2024)
0.37%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,737 |
| 2011 | 12,814 |
| 2012 | 12,850 |
| 2013 | 12,885 |
| 2014 | 12,897 |
| 2015 | 12,924 |
| 2016 | 12,904 |
| 2017 | 12,931 |
| 2018 | 12,955 |
| 2019 | 12,901 |
| 2020 | 13,196 |
| 2021 | 13,158 |
| 2022 | 13,162 |
| 2023 | 13,260 |
| 2024 | 13,400 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 49.7% |
| Black or African American | 6.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$98,184
Median Household Income
$44,084
Per Capita Income
11.4%
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$459,400
Median Home Value
$1,633
Median Rent
57.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.1%
High School+
35.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
11.2%
Drive Alone
62.5%
Public Transit
9.9%
Work From Home
27.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
21.0%
Foreign Born
45.0%
Non-English at Home
4.3%
Veterans
5.3%
With Disability
91.1%
Health Insurance
96.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.9% |
| Manufacturing | 11.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.0% |
| Retail Trade | 8.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.0% |
| Construction | 5.5% |
| Information | 4.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.1% |
| Public Administration | 0.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ridgefield Park, New Jersey has a population of 13,167 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 102nd-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey is $98,184, with 11.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey is $459,400, with median monthly rent at $1,633 and a homeownership rate of 57.3%.
The median age in Ridgefield Park, New Jersey is 38.0 years. The population is 47.8% male and 52.2% female.
The population has grown 5.2% since 2010 (12,737 → 13,400).
Ridgefield Park village, NJ Climate
Ridgefield Park village, NJ has an average annual temperature of 12°C (54°F) and receives about 1218 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12°C
Avg Temp
1218
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 30° | 95 mm |
| February | 0° / 33° | 76 mm |
| March | 5° / 41° | 104 mm |
| April | 11° / 51° | 106 mm |
| May | 17° / 62° | 114 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 98 mm |
| July | 25° / 76° | 115 mm |
| August | 24° / 74° | 107 mm |
| September | 19° / 67° | 108 mm |
| October | 13° / 55° | 94 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 106 mm |
| December | 2° / 36° | 95 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 Ridgefield Park village, NJ
The most comfortable months to visit Ridgefield Park village, NJ are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -5°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.