Hunterdon County's 2026 population is estimated at 133,858, reflecting a 0.81% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Hunterdon County is the 18th largest county in New Jersey. The 2010 population was 127,323 and has grown 5.13% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 46.1 years
Female: 46.8 years
Male: 45.3 years
There are 105,276 adults, (27,098 of whom are seniors) in Hunterdon County.
Female: 65,975 (50.7%)
Male: 64,185 (49.3%)
The racial composition of Hunterdon County includes 81.23% White, 4.94% Asian, 3% other race, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 105,731 | 81.23% |
| Two or more races | 10,473 | 8.05% |
| Asian | 6,436 | 4.94% |
| Other race | 3,900 | 3% |
| Black or African American | 3,336 | 2.56% |
| Native American | 244 | 0.19% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 40 | 0.03% |
Hunterdon County 's average per capita income is $83,283. Household income levels show a median of $141,715. The poverty rate stands at 3.99%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $184,732 | - |
| Families | $171,597 | $211,896 |
| Households | $141,715 | $185,175 |
| Non Families | $68,619 | $110,119 |
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