Rutherford, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Rutherford, New Jersey is 18,748 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 63rd-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $136,069, the median home value is $580,800, and the median age is 40.7.
The population has grown 6.3% since 2010 (18,081 → 19,214).
18,748
Population
6741
People / sq mi
$136,069
Median Income
$580,800
Median Home Value
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Rutherford covers 2.8 sq mi of land at 6741 people per square mile.
About Rutherford, NJ
Rutherford stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 6,741 people per square mile. Rutherford is a city in New Jersey with a population of 18,748.
Median household income is $136,069, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 4.8%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $580,800, with typical rent around $1,859.
College attainment is above the local norm at 58.8%, above the national 35.0%. A solid 20.2% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 35 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Rutherford: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Rutherford borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Rutherford borough had a population of 18,081 in 2010 and 19,214 in 2024, a 6.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 19,214 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.44%.
19,214
Population (2024)
18,081
Population (2010)
19,214
Peak (2024)
0.44%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 18,081 |
| 2011 | 18,181 |
| 2012 | 18,224 |
| 2013 | 18,284 |
| 2014 | 18,312 |
| 2015 | 18,451 |
| 2016 | 18,417 |
| 2017 | 18,468 |
| 2018 | 18,386 |
| 2019 | 18,303 |
| 2020 | 18,790 |
| 2021 | 18,732 |
| 2022 | 18,733 |
| 2023 | 19,024 |
| 2024 | 19,214 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 65.0% |
| Black or African American | 3.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$136,069
Median Household Income
$60,912
Per Capita Income
4.8%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$580,800
Median Home Value
$1,859
Median Rent
63.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.6%
High School+
58.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
17.9%
Drive Alone
55.2%
Public Transit
20.2%
Work From Home
34.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
20.3%
Foreign Born
67.0%
Non-English at Home
2.2%
Veterans
9.6%
With Disability
94.6%
Health Insurance
95.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 19.1% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.7% |
| Information | 11.5% |
| Manufacturing | 9.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.9% |
| Public Administration | 5.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 5.2% |
| Construction | 3.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.0% |
| Retail Trade | 2.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rutherford, New Jersey has a population of 18,748 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 63rd-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Rutherford, New Jersey is $136,069, with 4.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Rutherford, New Jersey is $580,800, with median monthly rent at $1,859 and a homeownership rate of 63.1%.
The median age in Rutherford, New Jersey is 40.7 years. The population is 51.0% male and 49.0% female.
The population has grown 6.3% since 2010 (18,081 → 19,214).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.