Newark city is located in Essex County New Jersey. Newark city has a 2024 population of 305,368. Newark city is currently growing at a rate of 0.13% annually but its population has decreased by -1.7% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 310,645 in 2020.
The average household income in Newark city is $64,251 with a poverty rate of 24.44%. The median age in Newark city is 34.7 years: 33.5 years for males, and 36.2 years for females.
Newark is notable for many reasons, beginning with its history dating back to the 1600s. Newark is one of the oldest cities in the US. The city is also home to one of the busiest airports in the US and has a significant number of company headquarters and higher educations institutions that are known nationwide.
Despite revitalization, poverty remains a problem and has led to residents moving to other areas, resulting in population losses.
Newark saw population growth through the 1800s into the 1930s. However, losses in the population were recorded during the 1940 census. Racial tensions contributed to further losses throughout the years, with the population dropping from over 442,000 in 1930 to over 281,000 today. Population losses have slowed in recent years, and growth was recorded between the 2000 and 2010 census, although it was just 1.3%. Since the last poll was taken, the numbers have increased by 1.7%, suggesting that perhaps the population is on an upswing again.
Newark is one of the oldest cities in the United States. It was first settled by Puritans in 1666. In 1693, it was designated as a township. It was not incorporated as a city until 1836.
It is believed that the name was derived from “New Ark” or “New Work,” although others believe that the name was derived from the English city of Newark-on-Trent due to the influence of the pastor Abraham Pierson. During the 19th and 20th centuries, the city saw explosive population growth. However, in the latter part of the 20th century, the Newark riots led to a decline in population. However, the city has since rebounded following its revitalization efforts that began during the 1990s.
The city is divided into five different political wards: East, West, North South and Central. There are multiple neighborhoods throughout each district showcasing the diversity of this city, which is home to the oldest county park in the nation and is also the location of headquarters of international corporations including Panasonic, Audible.com, IDT, and Prudential. The city is also known for its colleges and universities, including Rutgers and the New Jersey Institute of Technology.
According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Newark city was:
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 144,557 | 47.03% |
| Other race | 60,787 | 19.78% |
| White | 60,393 | 19.65% |
| Two or more races | 34,097 | 11.09% |
| Asian | 6,192 | 2.01% |
| Native American | 1,244 | 0.4% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 85 | 0.03% |
Black or African American
Other race
White
Two or more races
Asian
Native American
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander
Household Type | Count | Average Size | Owner | Renter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 112,635 | 2.61 | 23.9 | 76.1 |
| Non Family | 44,538 | 1.17 | 17.3 | 82.7 |
| Married | 31,700 | 3.63 | 38.8 | 61.2 |
| Female | 26,984 | 3.54 | 18 | 82 |
| Male | 9,413 | 3.32 | 22.2 | 77.8 |
3.41
Average Family Size
2.61
Average Household Size
23.9%
Rate of Home Ownership
Married
Male
Female
NonFamily
owner
renter
Male
Female
Education Attained | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 9th to 12th Grade | 20,763 | 10.38% |
| Associates Degree | 11,475 | 5.74% |
| Bachelors Degree | 23,705 | 11.85% |
| Graduate Degree | 10,233 | 5.12% |
| High School Graduate | 74,902 | 37.45% |
| Less Than 9th Grade | 23,760 | 11.88% |
| Some College | 35,183 | 17.59% |
Less Than 9th Grade
9th to 12th Grade
High School Graduate
Some College
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Graduate Degree
High School Graduation Rate
Bachelors Rate
Race | Total | High School | Bachelors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 94,148 | 80,306 | 16,971 |
| Hispanic | 71,345 | 47,948 | 8,109 |
| Other Race | 37,709 | 24,619 | 4,318 |
| 2+ Races | 22,774 | 17,768 | 3,613 |
| White | 21,196 | 15,655 | 5,022 |
| Asian | 3,839 | 3,265 | 2,033 |
| Native American | 804 | 548 | 51 |
| Islander | 85 | 68 | 68 |
The highest rate of high school graduation is among black people with a rate of 85.3%.
The highest rate of bachelors degrees is among islander people with a rate of 80%.
All
Male
Female
Name | Average | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelors Degree | $47,337 | $54,636 | $42,392 |
| Graduate Degree | $65,097 | $65,904 | $64,591 |
| High School Graduate | $32,148 | $37,713 | $25,533 |
| Less Than 9th Grade | $28,792 | $34,198 | $21,009 |
| Overall | $35,680 | $40,988 | $30,802 |
| Some College | $39,056 | $44,703 | $35,014 |
$35,680
Average Earnings
$40,988
Average Male
$30,802
Average Female
Only English
Spanish
Other Indo-European Languages
Asian and Pacific Island Languages
Other Languages
49.47% of Newark city residents speak only English, while 50.53% speak other languages. The non-English language spoken by the largest group is Spanish, which is spoken by 32.8% of the population.
rate
Name | Total | In Poverty | Poverty Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 138,395 | 36,387 | 26.29% |
| Hispanic | 112,137 | 28,241 | 25.18% |
| Other | 60,521 | 14,912 | 24.64% |
| Multiple | 33,000 | 8,375 | 25.38% |
| White | 26,581 | 4,608 | 17.34% |
| Asian | 5,139 | 1,367 | 26.6% |
| Native | 1,179 | 206 | 17.47% |
24.44%
Overall Poverty Rate
21.75%
Male Poverty Rate
26.98%
Female Poverty Rate
The race most likely to be in poverty in Newark city is Asian, with 26.6% below the poverty level.
The race least likely to be in poverty in Newark city is White, with 17.34% below the poverty level.
The poverty rate among those that worked full-time for the past 12 months was 3.98%. Among those working part-time, it was 24.17%, and for those that did not work, the poverty rate was 39.35%.
rate
Rate | Poverty |
|---|---|
| Less Than 9th Grade | 30.34% |
| High School | 22.85% |
| Some College | 16.99% |
| Bachelors or Greater | 10.99% |
rate
Rate | Poverty |
|---|---|
| Female Unemployed | 41.07% |
| Male Unemployed | 29.53% |
| Female Employed | 13.11% |
| Male Employed | 7.09% |
Households
Families
MarriedFamilies
NonFamilies
Name | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Families | $56,099 | $74,497 |
| Households | $46,460 | $64,251 |
| Married Families | $72,435 | $90,252 |
| Non Families | $29,420 | $42,743 |
mean
median
Married
Widowed
Divorced
Separated
NeverMarried
31.0%
Overall Marriage Rate
33.7%
Male Marriage Rate
28.5%
Female Marriage Rate
male
female
The age group where males are most likely to be married is 45-54, while the female age group most likely to be married is 45-54.
Married
Widowed
Divorced
Separated
NeverMarried
Second Gulf War
First Gulf War
Vietnam
Korea
World War II
5,392
Number of Veterans
4,802
Male Veterans
590
Female Veterans
War | Veterans |
|---|---|
| Vietnam | 1,469 |
| First Gulf War | 1,271 |
| Second Gulf War | 1,240 |
| Korea | 148 |
| World War II | 0 |
count
Age Group | Veterans |
|---|---|
| 65 to 74 | 1,478 |
| 35 to 54 | 1,435 |
| 55 to 64 | 1,216 |
| 75+ | 841 |
| 18 to 34 | 422 |
count
Name | Veterans | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Black | 3,204 | 2.95% |
| Hispanic | 1,422 | 1.71% |
| 2+ Races | 908 | 3.49% |
| White | 777 | 1.6% |
| Other Race | 480 | 1.1% |
| Native American | 15 | 1.42% |
| Asian | 8 | 0.15% |
Less Than 9th Grade
High School Graduate
Some College
Bachelors or Greater
17.6%
Veteran Poverty Rate
30.1%
Veteran Disability Rate
LaborForceParticipation
62.2%
Labor Force Participation
55.5%
Employment Rate
10.7%
Unemployment Rate
LaborForceParticipation
LaborForceParticipation
Europe
Asia
Africa
Oceania
Latin America
North America
Non citizens include legal permanent residents (green card holders), international students, temporary workers, humanitarian migrants, and illegal immigrants.
Europe
Asia
Africa
Oceania
Latin America
North America
47.28%
Born in Newark city
65.29%
Native Born
34.71%
Foreign Born
20.38%
Non Citizen
14.33%
Naturalized
65.29% of Newark city residents were born in the United States, with 47.28% having been born in New Jersey. 20.38% of residents are not US citizens. Of those not born in the United States, the largest percentage are from Latin America.
Year | Population | Growth | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2029 | 307,408 | 408 | 0.13% |
| 2028 | 307,000 | 408 | 0.13% |
| 2027 | 306,592 | 408 | 0.13% |
| 2026 | 306,184 | 408 | 0.13% |
| 2025 | 305,776 | 408 | 0.13% |
| 2024 | 305,368 | 408 | 0.13% |
| 2023 | 304,960 | 408 | 0.13% |
| 2022 | 304,552 | -2,816 | -0.92% |
| 2021 | 307,368 | -3,277 | -1.05% |
| 2020 | 310,645 | 27,742 | 9.81% |
| 2019 | 282,903 | 680 | 0.24% |
| 2018 | 282,223 | 883 | 0.31% |
| 2017 | 281,340 | 728 | 0.26% |
| 2016 | 280,612 | 1,128 | 0.4% |
| 2015 | 279,484 | 719 | 0.26% |
| 2014 | 278,765 | 824 | 0.3% |
| 2013 | 277,941 | 518 | 0.19% |
| 2012 | 277,423 | 13 | 0% |
| 2011 | 277,410 | 421 | 0.15% |
| 2010 | 276,989 | 0 | 0% |