Wanaque, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Wanaque, New Jersey is 11,162 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 128th-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $112,326, the median home value is $366,400, and the median age is 47.3.
The population has grown 2.4% since 2010 (11,080 → 11,346).
11,162
Population
1384
People / sq mi
$112,326
Median Income
$366,400
Median Home Value
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Wanaque covers 8.1 sq mi of land at 1384 people per square mile.
About Wanaque, NJ
Wanaque skews on age — the median resident is 47.3, older than the national median. Wanaque is a city in New Jersey with a population of 11,162.
Median household income is $112,326, above the US median of $78,538. Only 4.3% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $366,400, with typical rent around $1,885.
40.1% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. Just 6.7% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Wanaque — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Wanaque borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Wanaque borough had a population of 11,080 in 2010 and 11,346 in 2024, a 2.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,762 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.18%.
11,346
Population (2024)
11,080
Population (2010)
11,762
Peak (2019)
0.18%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,080 |
| 2011 | 11,293 |
| 2012 | 11,381 |
| 2013 | 11,490 |
| 2014 | 11,642 |
| 2015 | 11,666 |
| 2016 | 11,684 |
| 2017 | 11,740 |
| 2018 | 11,737 |
| 2019 | 11,762 |
| 2020 | 11,275 |
| 2021 | 11,128 |
| 2022 | 11,092 |
| 2023 | 11,190 |
| 2024 | 11,346 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 76.7% |
| Black or African American | 2.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$112,326
Median Household Income
$49,885
Per Capita Income
4.3%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$366,400
Median Home Value
$1,885
Median Rent
78.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.0%
High School+
40.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.3%
Drive Alone
79.8%
Public Transit
6.7%
Work From Home
31.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
21.9%
Foreign Born
78.1%
Non-English at Home
3.2%
Veterans
12.0%
With Disability
95.4%
Health Insurance
98.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.1% |
| Construction | 9.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.6% |
| Information | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing | 6.7% |
| Retail Trade | 4.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 3.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wanaque, New Jersey has a population of 11,162 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 128th-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Wanaque, New Jersey is $112,326, with 4.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Wanaque, New Jersey is $366,400, with median monthly rent at $1,885 and a homeownership rate of 78.5%.
The median age in Wanaque, New Jersey is 47.3 years. The population is 49.2% male and 50.8% female.
The population has grown 2.4% since 2010 (11,080 → 11,346).
Wanaque borough, NJ Climate
Wanaque borough, NJ has an average annual temperature of 10.4°C (51°F) and receives about 1274 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.4°C
Avg Temp
1274
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 27° | 99 mm |
| February | -1° / 30° | 79 mm |
| March | 4° / 38° | 105 mm |
| April | 9° / 49° | 111 mm |
| May | 15° / 59° | 119 mm |
| June | 20° / 68° | 109 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 116 mm |
| August | 22° / 71° | 107 mm |
| September | 18° / 64° | 120 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 101 mm |
| November | 6° / 43° | 111 mm |
| December | 1° / 33° | 97 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 Wanaque borough, NJ
The most comfortable months to visit Wanaque borough, NJ are typically August, June and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -7°C low). September 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.