Wood-Ridge, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Wood-Ridge, New Jersey is 10,094 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 152nd-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $131,412, the median home value is $532,900, and the median age is 39.7.
The population has grown 36.1% since 2010 (7,637 → 10,397).
10,094
Population
9061
People / sq mi
$131,412
Median Income
$532,900
Median Home Value
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Wood-Ridge covers 1.1 sq mi of land at 9061 people per square mile.
About Wood-Ridge, NJ
Wood-Ridge stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 9,061 people per square mile. With 10,094 residents, Wood-Ridge is a city in New Jersey.
The typical household earns $131,412 a year, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 6.5%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $532,900, with typical rent around $1,886.
About 53.5% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 12.9%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Wood-Ridge: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Wood-Ridge borough Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Wood-Ridge borough had a population of 7,637 in 2010 and 10,397 in 2024, a 36.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,397 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.25%.
10,397
Population (2024)
7,637
Population (2010)
10,397
Peak (2024)
2.25%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,637 |
| 2011 | 7,684 |
| 2012 | 7,835 |
| 2013 | 7,848 |
| 2014 | 7,854 |
| 2015 | 8,143 |
| 2016 | 8,498 |
| 2017 | 8,865 |
| 2018 | 9,121 |
| 2019 | 9,294 |
| 2020 | 10,111 |
| 2021 | 10,103 |
| 2022 | 10,178 |
| 2023 | 10,288 |
| 2024 | 10,397 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 58.0% |
| Black or African American | 4.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$131,412
Median Household Income
$66,404
Per Capita Income
6.5%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$532,900
Median Home Value
$1,886
Median Rent
64.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.8%
High School+
53.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
17.0%
Drive Alone
65.1%
Public Transit
12.9%
Work From Home
32.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
20.3%
Foreign Born
62.1%
Non-English at Home
3.2%
Veterans
6.0%
With Disability
99.1%
Health Insurance
96.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 17.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.6% |
| Information | 13.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 8.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.9% |
| Construction | 5.4% |
| Public Administration | 5.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 5.1% |
| Manufacturing | 4.9% |
| Retail Trade | 2.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wood-Ridge, New Jersey has a population of 10,094 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 152nd-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Wood-Ridge, New Jersey is $131,412, with 6.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Wood-Ridge, New Jersey is $532,900, with median monthly rent at $1,886 and a homeownership rate of 64.6%.
The median age in Wood-Ridge, New Jersey is 39.7 years. The population is 49.7% male and 50.3% female.
The population has grown 36.1% since 2010 (7,637 → 10,397).
Wood-Ridge borough, NJ Climate
Wood-Ridge borough, NJ has an average annual temperature of 11.9°C (53°F) and receives about 1237 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.9°C
Avg Temp
1237
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 30° | 97 mm |
| February | 0° / 33° | 76 mm |
| March | 5° / 41° | 104 mm |
| April | 11° / 51° | 107 mm |
| May | 17° / 62° | 116 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 101 mm |
| July | 25° / 76° | 118 mm |
| August | 24° / 74° | 108 mm |
| September | 19° / 67° | 111 mm |
| October | 13° / 55° | 97 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 107 mm |
| December | 2° / 35° | 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 Wood-Ridge borough, NJ
The most comfortable months to visit Wood-Ridge borough, 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 -6°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.