Newark, NJ Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Newark | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 288,724 | 9,029,857 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 11154.3 | 1036.4 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 1.36% | 0.55% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 33.7 | 40.2 | 37.1 |
| Households | 113,599 | 3,476,039 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Newark grew by 10.9% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 306,578 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Newark has a the economy index of F, which means it scores poorly in the economy.
| Metric | Newark | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $48,408 | $101,200 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 5.50% | 4.63% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 10.9% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Newark is about 52% lower than in New Jersey.
Housing
| Metric | Newark | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $163,283 | $359,215 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,329 | $1,653 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 24.1% | 63.7% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Newark is about 10.2 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,329 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
The most common departure window is 07:00 AM – 07:29 AM , followed by 08:00 AM – 08:29 AM .
| Metric | Newark | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute time (min) | 30.5 | 26.6 | 22.5 |
| Work from home | 6.1% | 15.0% | 13.4% |
The average commute time in Newark is 31 minutes, longer than the 27 minutes in New Jersey.
Education & Households
Newark has a education index of F, which means it scores poorly in education.
| Metric | Newark | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 16.1% | 39.6% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.58 | 2.61 | 2.54 |
Health
Newark has a health index of C, which means it is somewhat healthy.
| Metric | Newark | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 75.7 | 79.4 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 21.6% | 12.9% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 21.1% | 14.2% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Newark, New Jersey.
What is the population of Newark, New Jersey?
The population of Newark, New Jersey is 288,724, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Newark, New Jersey?
The population density of Newark, New Jersey is 11154.3 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Newark, New Jersey?
The median household income in Newark, New Jersey is $48,408, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Newark, New Jersey?
The median home price in Newark, New Jersey is $163,283, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Newark, New Jersey?
The unemployment rate in Newark, New Jersey is 10.9%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.