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Population Review

Camden County, New Jersey Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 8th-largest in New Jersey

The population of Camden County, New Jersey is 524,042 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 8th-largest county in New Jersey. The median household income is $86,384, the median home value is $262,200, and the median age is 38.8.

The population of Camden County has grown 4.0% since 2010 (513,283 → 533,988), a +0.28% annualized rate.

Camden County within New Jersey · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

524,042

Population

+0.28%

Annual growth

2367

People / sq mi

$86,384

Median Income

$262,200

Median Home Value

Camden County covers 221 sq mi of land at 2367.3 people per square mile.

About Camden County, NJ

Camden County is a county in New Jersey with a population of 524,042. It ranks #8 among counties in New Jersey by population. The median age is 38.8, in line with the national median. The population is 48.4% male and 51.6% female.

The median household income in Camden County is $86,384, above the US median of $74,580. 9.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $262,200, with monthly rent averaging $1,346. The homeownership rate of 65.0% is close to the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Camden County reflects 35.3% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 13.7% of workers primarily work from home, similar to the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 28.0 minutes each way.

Camden County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Camden County had a population of 513,283 in 2010 and 533,988 in 2024, a 4.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 533,988 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.29%.

2024 · 534K20102024

533,988

Population (2024)

513,283

Population (2010)

533,988

Peak (2024)

0.29%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
2010513,283
2011512,610
2012511,636
2013509,983
2014508,409
2015507,760
2016507,119
2017506,488
2018506,685
2019506,503
2020523,151
2021524,176
2022525,395
2023529,576
2024533,988

Race & Ethnicity

White56.4%
Black or African American18.9%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.4%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

38.8

Median Age

51.6%

Female

48.4%

Male

16.2%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
6.0%
5–9
6.4%
10–14
6.4%
15–19
6.2%
20–24
5.8%
25–34
13.7%
35–44
13.3%
45–54
12.7%
55–59
6.7%
60–64
6.6%
65–74
9.7%
75–84
4.7%
85+
1.8%

Children (under 15): 18.8% · Seniors (65+): 16.2%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$86,384$-14,666 vs state
Mean household income$114,657
Per-capita income$44,380
Poverty rate9.1%+2.1% vs state
Unemployment rate4.6%
Employment-to-population62.1%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
26.0%
Finance & real estate
12.7%
Education & health care
7.6%
Manufacturing
7.4%
Information
7.0%
Retail trade
6.9%
Construction
6.0%
Public administration
4.9%

The largest employment sector in Camden County is professional & business services, accounting for 26.0% of workers.

How residents commute

4.9%

Drive alone

1.6%

Carpool

68.9%

Public transit

13.7%

Work from home

28.0 min

Avg commute

Housing

$262,200$-165,400 vs state

Median home value

$1,346

Median rent

65.0%

Homeownership rate

213,188

Total housing units

94.1%

Occupied

5.9%

Vacant

35.0%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

93.6%

With health insurance

94.8%

With broadband internet

30.6%

Foreign-born

5.0%

Veterans (18+)

14.6%

With a disability

78.9%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

89.8%

High School+

35.3%

Bachelor's+

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Common questions about Camden County, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

Camden County, New Jersey has a population of 524,042 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 8th-largest county in New Jersey. Population density is 2367 people per square mile.

The population of Camden County has grown 4.0% since 2010 (513,283 → 533,988), a +0.28% annualized rate.

The median household income in Camden County, New Jersey is $86,384, with mean (average) household income of $114,657 and per-capita income of $44,380. 9.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Camden County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (56.4%), Black or African American (18.9%), Hispanic or Latino (1.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Camden County, New Jersey is 38.8 years. Residents are 51.6% female and 48.4% male.

The median home value in Camden County is $262,200 and median monthly rent is $1,346. 65.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 213,188 total housing units, 5.9% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Camden County, New Jersey is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 26.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 4.6%.

Newark is among the largest cities associated with Camden County, New Jersey, with a population of 307,188.

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

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