New Jersey

#11 in USNortheast

The Garden State Ā· New Jersey (NJ) has a population of 9,290,841 people, making it the #11 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Trenton and the largest city is Newark.

Population

9.3M

#11 of 51

Area

8,723 mi²

22,592 km²

Density

411/km²

1065/mi²

Capital

Trenton

Median Income

$100K

Above national avg

Unemployment

4.7%

National avg: 3.9%

Median Age

40.4

US Share

2.77%

of 335M total

Population Growth

2020 Census

9,288,994

2023 Estimate

9,290,841

Change

+1,847 (+0.0%)

Race & Ethnicity

White53.5%
Hispanic/Latino22.7%
Black12.7%
Asian10.2%
Two or More Races12.3%
American Indian/Alaska Native0.8%
Other10.5%

Age Distribution

Under 1821.6%
18 to 6460.7%
65 and over17.7%

Economy & Education

Median Household Income
$99,781
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Unemployment Rate
4.7%
Bachelor's Degree+
43.8%

Largest Cities in New Jersey

NewarkJersey CityPatersonElizabethLakewood

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of New Jersey?

New Jersey has a population of 9,290,841 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #11 among all US states by population, representing 2.77% of the total US population.

What is the capital of New Jersey?

The capital of New Jersey is Trenton. The largest cities include Newark, Jersey City, Paterson.

What is the median household income in New Jersey?

The median household income in New Jersey is $99,781, above the national average of $77,589.

How fast is New Jersey growing?

New Jersey has grown 0.0% since the 2020 Census, from 9,288,994 to 9,290,841.

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