New Jersey is a state in the Northeast region of the United States, known for the Jersey Shore, Pine Barrens, and dense suburbs. It has a population of 9,622,060, making it the 11th most populated state in the country. The capital city is Trenton. New Jersey has a pharmaceutical and financial hub with diverse industries.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
The racial composition of New Jersey includes 56.93% White, 12.96% Black or African American, 9.91% Asian, 9.15% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
White
Black or African American
Two or more races
Asian
Other race
Native American
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,276,141 | 56.93% |
| Black or African American | 1,201,050 | 12.96% |
| Two or more races | 978,591 | 10.56% |
| Asian | 918,644 | 9.91% |
| Other race | 848,026 | 9.15% |
| Native American | 41,900 | 0.45% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 2,658 | 0.03% |
Married
Widowed
Divorced
Separated
Never Married
New Jersey's average per capita income is $61,736. Household income levels show a median of $101,050. The poverty rate stands at 9.77%.
Name | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $148,717 | $191,399 |
| Families | $123,892 | $164,717 |
| Households | $101,050 | $140,299 |
| Non Families | $57,782 | $81,969 |
Average Income
Median Household Income
Poverty Rate
New Jersey’s population distribution reflects its dense suburban landscape. Bergen County leads with 966,000 residents, while Middlesex County and Essex County each have over 850,000 residents. Growth patterns show a suburban shift, with Ocean County growing 4.4% while urban Hudson County and Passaic County have declined by 1.4% and 2% respectively. The state’s population density varies dramatically from Hudson’s 15,471 people per square mile to rural Salem County‘s 198, despite all counties being relatively populous.