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Tenafly, New Jersey Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Tenafly, New Jersey is 15,252 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 76th-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $208,088, the median home value is $974,300, and the median age is 42.1.

The population has grown 6.3% since 2010 (14,538 → 15,455).

15,252

Population

3326

People / sq mi

$208,088

Median Income

$974,300

Median Home Value

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Tenafly covers 4.6 sq mi of land at 3326 people per square mile.

About Tenafly, NJ

Tenafly is defined demographically by education — 79.2% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average. Tenafly is a city in New Jersey with a population of 15,252.

Earnings sit at the high end: a median household income of $208,088, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 3.7%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. Home prices are steep, with the typical property valued at $974,300, with typical rent around $3,143.

Tenafly is among the best-educated US cities: 79.2% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is widespread — 23.7% of workers stay home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 42 minutes each way.

The education numbers are the throughline: a college-heavy population in Tenafly usually coincides with higher incomes and a workforce concentrated in professional and information industries.

Tenafly borough Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Tenafly borough had a population of 14,538 in 2010 and 15,455 in 2024, a 6.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 15,455 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.45%.

2024 · 15K20102024
Tenafly borough population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

15,455

Population (2024)

14,538

Population (2010)

15,455

Peak (2024)

0.45%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201014,538
201114,638
201214,702
201314,726
201414,732
201514,712
201614,684
201714,661
201814,584
201914,453
202015,348
202115,260
202215,247
202315,318
202415,455

Race & Ethnicity

White60.4%
Black or African American1.2%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.2%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$208,088

Median Household Income

$105,188

Per Capita Income

3.7%

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$974,300

Median Home Value

$3,143

Median Rent

72.2%

Owner-Occupied

Education

98.7%

High School+

79.2%

Bachelor's+

Commute

13.0%

Drive Alone

56.8%

Public Transit

23.7%

Work From Home

41.6 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

32.8%

Foreign Born

52.5%

Non-English at Home

2.1%

Veterans

5.9%

With Disability

96.2%

Health Insurance

99.5%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management24.2%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate24.1%
Information13.8%
Manufacturing5.5%
Transportation & Warehousing4.4%
Education, Health Care & Social Services4.0%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services3.5%
Construction2.5%
Public Administration1.8%
Retail Trade1.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Tenafly, New Jersey has a population of 15,252 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 76th-largest city in New Jersey.

The median household income in Tenafly, New Jersey is $208,088, with 3.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Tenafly, New Jersey is $974,300, with median monthly rent at $3,143 and a homeownership rate of 72.2%.

The median age in Tenafly, New Jersey is 42.1 years. The population is 50.0% male and 50.0% female.

The population has grown 6.3% since 2010 (14,538 → 15,455).

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.