West New York, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of West New York, New Jersey is 51,683 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 19th-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $67,139, the median home value is $410,200, and the median age is 37.3.
The population has grown 6.3% since 2010 (49,843 → 52,975).
51,683
Population
52047
People / sq mi
$67,139
Median Income
$410,200
Median Home Value
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West New York covers 1.0 sq mi of land at 52047 people per square mile.
About West New York, NJ
What distinguishes West New York is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 52,047 people per square mile. With 51,683 residents, West New York is a city in New Jersey. It ranks #19 among cities in New Jersey by population.
Median household income is $67,139, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 15.8%, above the national 12.4%. Median home value is $410,200, with typical rent around $1,607.
Roughly 33.5% of adults have a bachelor’s, near the national 35.0%. About 13.2% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 36 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in West New York: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
West New York town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of West New York town had a population of 49,843 in 2010 and 52,975 in 2024, a 6.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 52,975 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.44%.
52,975
Population (2024)
49,843
Population (2010)
52,975
Peak (2024)
0.44%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 49,843 |
| 2011 | 50,511 |
| 2012 | 50,853 |
| 2013 | 51,252 |
| 2014 | 51,529 |
| 2015 | 52,540 |
| 2016 | 52,596 |
| 2017 | 52,732 |
| 2018 | 52,668 |
| 2019 | 52,723 |
| 2020 | 52,475 |
| 2021 | 51,648 |
| 2022 | 51,118 |
| 2023 | 51,836 |
| 2024 | 52,975 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 32.2% |
| Black or African American | 3.1% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$67,139
Median Household Income
$38,488
Per Capita Income
15.8%
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$410,200
Median Home Value
$1,607
Median Rent
21.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
76.4%
High School+
33.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
39.5%
Drive Alone
28.2%
Public Transit
13.2%
Work From Home
35.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
12.4%
Foreign Born
22.4%
Non-English at Home
1.0%
Veterans
10.8%
With Disability
78.6%
Health Insurance
94.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 17.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.2% |
| Retail Trade | 8.9% |
| Construction | 8.1% |
| Manufacturing | 7.9% |
| Information | 6.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.6% |
| Public Administration | 2.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
West New York, New Jersey has a population of 51,683 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 19th-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in West New York, New Jersey is $67,139, with 15.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in West New York, New Jersey is $410,200, with median monthly rent at $1,607 and a homeownership rate of 21.8%.
The median age in West New York, New Jersey is 37.3 years. The population is 50.4% male and 49.6% female.
The population has grown 6.3% since 2010 (49,843 → 52,975).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.