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What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

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Jersey City, NJ

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

294,078population

34.7median age

This community is a community of 294,078 with a median age of 34.7. The population is predominantly Asian (26.5%) with a significant Hispanic/Latino community (25.7%). Median household income is $97,710. 90.8% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 54.8% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 27.9%, with a median home value of $566,900.

Race & Ethnicityi

Asian

26.5%77,831

Hispanic/Latino

25.7%75,547

White

23.5%69,049

Black

19.2%56,559

Two or More

3.7%10,831

Other

1.2%3,609

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.2%599

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0%53

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

1.8%3,867

High School Diploma

17.4%37,355

Some College (<1 yr)

3.4%7,204

Some College (1+ yr)

8.8%18,880

Associate's Degree

4.6%9,853

Bachelor's Degree

29.9%64,058

Master's Degree

19.3%41,462

Professional Degree

3.2%6,758

Doctorate

2.4%5,149

HS or Higher

90.8%

BA or Higher

54.8%

Graduate+

24.9%

Housingi

$566,900median home value

$2,007median rent

27.9%homeownership

135,231total units

7.4%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 27.9%

Renter 72.1%

Home Values

Under $50K

2.7%928

$50K–$100K

0.7%254

$100K–$150K

0.9%323

$150K–$200K

1.9%655

$200K–$300K

6.5%2,259

$300K–$500K

30.4%10,616

$500K–$1M

43.9%15,355

$1M+

13.1%4,577

Rent Distribution

Under $500

4,790

$500–$750

2,385

$750–$1,000

3,740

$1,000–$1,250

6,552

$1,250–$1,500

8,330

$1,500–$2,000

18,343

$2,000+

44,520

Year Built

2020 or later

2.5%3,392

2010–2019

15.1%20,364

2000–2009

12.2%16,482

1990–1999

7.2%9,757

1980–1989

7.2%9,698

1970–1979

6.6%8,906

1960–1969

7.6%10,263

1950–1959

7.5%10,207

1940–1949

4.9%6,653

1939 or earlier

29.2%39,509

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

60.9%76,289

Electricity

31.7%39,701

Fuel Oil

2.6%3,213

Bottled/LP Gas

2%2,509

No Fuel

2%2,478

Other

0.7%841

Solar

0.1%179

Wood

0%13

Household Economyi

$97,710median household income

$60,429per capita income

15.5%poverty rate

5.5%unemployment

170,287labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

6.4%7,976

$10K–$15K

3.8%4,707

$15K–$20K

2.8%3,532

$20K–$25K

2.9%3,639

$25K–$30K

2.3%2,924

$30K–$35K

2.4%2,992

$35K–$40K

2.3%2,865

$40K–$45K

2.4%3,058

$45K–$50K

2.5%3,174

$50K–$60K

5.5%6,930

$60K–$75K

7.9%9,919

$75K–$100K

9.4%11,773

$100K–$125K

8.7%10,955

$125K–$150K

6.8%8,465

$150K–$200K

10.5%13,112

$200K+

23.3%29,202

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

12,668

Residentsi

23,149

Avg. Tenant Renti

$528/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

48 months

Programs in this community

Public Housing2,206 homes90% occupied$640/mo rent

Government-owned housing managed by local housing authorities

Housing Choice Vouchers877 homes88% occupied$476/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Mod Rehab7 homes81% occupied$253/mo rent

Rehabilitated buildings with project-based rental assistance

Project Based Section 83,983 homes95% occupied$481/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

202/PRAC76 homes99% occupied$405/mo rent

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $97,710/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $29K/yr

78.8%

Very low income$29K–$49K/yr

14.5%

Low income$49K–$78K/yr

5.8%

Moderate / aboveOver $78K/yr

0.9%

Who Receives This Housing

67.4% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

82% of subsidized households are minority

16.9% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

58.8% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

122,69841.7%

By Region

Top Countries

India

27,693

Philippines

11,680

China

10,372

Mexico

2,019

Korea

1,952

United Kingdom

1,202

Guatemala

1,071

Canada

1,024

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

157,213

Avg. Commutei

36.8 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

160,835

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

3,996(1.7% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

91.5%Insured

8.5%Uninsured

Jersey City, NJ Population, Income & Demographics 2026