Atlantic County's 2026 population is estimated at 283,468, reflecting a 0.77% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Atlantic County is the 15th largest county in New Jersey. The 2010 population was 274,654 and has grown 3.21% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.3 years
Female: 43.7 years
Male: 40.5 years
There are 218,875 adults, (54,842 of whom are seniors) in Atlantic County.
Female: 141,815 (51.3%)
Male: 134,455 (48.7%)
The racial composition of Atlantic County includes 56.12% White, 13.43% Black or African American, 9.54% other race, 7.85% Asian, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 155,037 | 56.12% |
| Black or African American | 37,110 | 13.43% |
| Two or more races | 34,088 | 12.34% |
| Other race | 26,364 | 9.54% |
| Asian | 21,681 | 7.85% |
| Native American | 1,961 | 0.71% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 29 | 0.01% |
Atlantic County 's average per capita income is $47,976. Household income levels show a median of $78,050. The poverty rate stands at 13.18%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $115,122 | $148,194 |
| Families | $97,363 | $125,231 |
| Households | $78,050 | $106,340 |
| Non Families | $45,764 | $64,732 |
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