Burlington County, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 11th-largest in New Jersey
The population of Burlington County, New Jersey is 464,226 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 11th-largest county in New Jersey. The median household income is $105,271, the median home value is $326,700, and the median age is 41.7.
The population of Burlington County has grown 5.9% since 2010 (449,125 → 475,515), a +0.41% annualized rate.
464,226
Population
+0.41%
Annual growth
581
People / sq mi
$105,271
Median Income
$326,700
Median Home Value
Burlington County covers 799 sq mi of land at 580.8 people per square mile.
About Burlington County, NJ
Burlington County is a county in New Jersey with a population of 464,226. It ranks #11 among counties in New Jersey by population. The median age is 41.7, older than the national median. The population is 49.4% male and 50.6% female.
The median household income in Burlington County is $105,271, above the US median of $74,580. 4.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $326,700, with monthly rent averaging $1,669. The homeownership rate of 75.7% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Burlington County reflects 42.0% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 14.8% of workers primarily work from home, similar to the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 29.3 minutes each way.
Burlington County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Burlington County had a population of 449,125 in 2010 and 475,515 in 2024, a 5.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 475,515 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.41%.
475,515
Population (2024)
449,125
Population (2010)
475,515
Peak (2024)
0.41%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 449,125 |
| 2011 | 450,250 |
| 2012 | 450,667 |
| 2013 | 448,992 |
| 2014 | 449,806 |
| 2015 | 447,906 |
| 2016 | 447,092 |
| 2017 | 446,229 |
| 2018 | 445,429 |
| 2019 | 446,160 |
| 2020 | 461,694 |
| 2021 | 464,547 |
| 2022 | 466,710 |
| 2023 | 470,561 |
| 2024 | 475,515 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 66.0% |
| Black or African American | 16.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
41.7
Median Age
50.6%
Female
49.4%
Male
17.9%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.8% · Seniors (65+): 17.9%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $105,271+$4,221 vs state |
| Mean household income | $136,507 |
| Per-capita income | $53,077 |
| Poverty rate | 4.9%-2.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.3% |
| Employment-to-population | 61.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Burlington County is professional & business services, accounting for 26.4% of workers.
How residents commute
2.3%
Drive alone
0.8%
Carpool
74.6%
Public transit
14.8%
Work from home
29.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$326,700$-100,900 vs state
Median home value
$1,669
Median rent
75.7%
Homeownership rate
185,617
Total housing units
94.8%
Occupied
5.2%
Vacant
24.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
96.2%
With health insurance
96.1%
With broadband internet
33.1%
Foreign-born
6.8%
Veterans (18+)
11.6%
With a disability
86.0%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
94.4%
High School+
42.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Burlington County, New Jersey has a population of 464,226 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 11th-largest county in New Jersey. Population density is 581 people per square mile.
The population of Burlington County has grown 5.9% since 2010 (449,125 → 475,515), a +0.41% annualized rate.
The median household income in Burlington County, New Jersey is $105,271, with mean (average) household income of $136,507 and per-capita income of $53,077. 4.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Burlington County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (66.0%), Black or African American (16.5%), Hispanic or Latino (1.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Burlington County, New Jersey is 41.7 years. Residents are 50.6% female and 49.4% male.
The median home value in Burlington County is $326,700 and median monthly rent is $1,669. 75.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 185,617 total housing units, 5.2% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Burlington County, New Jersey is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 26.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.3%.
Newark is among the largest cities associated with Burlington County, New Jersey, with a population of 307,188.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.