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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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Kearny, NJ

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

40,614population

40median age

This community is a community of 40,614 with a median age of 40. The population is predominantly Hispanic/Latino (51.7%) with a significant White community (30.7%). Median household income is $79,154. 84.8% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 30.6% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 42.9%, with a median home value of $459,400.

Race & Ethnicityi

Hispanic/Latino

51.7%20,992

White

30.7%12,484

Two or More

5.7%2,307

Black

4.7%1,905

Asian

4.3%1,751

Other

2.7%1,095

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0.2%62

American Indian/Alaska Native

0%18

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

3.7%1,086

High School Diploma

30.8%8,985

Some College (<1 yr)

4.7%1,362

Some College (1+ yr)

10.2%2,968

Associate's Degree

4.9%1,430

Bachelor's Degree

20.9%6,107

Master's Degree

7%2,043

Professional Degree

1.7%495

Doctorate

1%298

HS or Higher

84.8%

BA or Higher

30.6%

Graduate+

9.7%

Housingi

$459,400median home value

$1,720median rent

42.9%homeownership

15,367total units

4%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 42.9%

Renter 57.1%

Home Values

Under $50K

1.4%87

$50K–$100K

0.8%53

$100K–$150K

0.1%9

$150K–$200K

1.8%112

$200K–$300K

9%573

$300K–$500K

50.2%3,178

$500K–$1M

36.5%2,310

$1M+

0.2%11

Rent Distribution

Under $500

162

$500–$750

102

$750–$1,000

154

$1,000–$1,250

880

$1,250–$1,500

1,306

$1,500–$2,000

3,371

$2,000+

2,201

Year Built

2020 or later

0.7%113

2010–2019

4.4%671

2000–2009

3.6%558

1990–1999

5.1%788

1980–1989

6.6%1,015

1970–1979

7.1%1,093

1960–1969

10.8%1,653

1950–1959

13.6%2,084

1940–1949

9.9%1,519

1939 or earlier

38.2%5,873

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

78%11,508

Electricity

14%2,068

Bottled/LP Gas

3.5%521

Fuel Oil

3.1%461

No Fuel

0.7%109

Other

0.4%53

Solar

0.2%31

Household Economyi

$79,154median household income

$36,305per capita income

11.9%poverty rate

6.6%unemployment

22,241labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

5.1%756

$10K–$15K

2.3%333

$15K–$20K

1.5%218

$20K–$25K

2.3%340

$25K–$30K

2.8%419

$30K–$35K

3.7%553

$35K–$40K

2.3%340

$40K–$45K

3.4%503

$45K–$50K

2.6%386

$50K–$60K

7.2%1,059

$60K–$75K

14.2%2,095

$75K–$100K

13.8%2,043

$100K–$125K

11.5%1,691

$125K–$150K

7.7%1,132

$150K–$200K

10.1%1,488

$200K+

9.5%1,395

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

207

Residentsi

293

Avg. Tenant Renti

$458/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

12 months

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers84 homes97% occupied$545/mo rent

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

202/PRAC123 homes99% occupied$398/mo rent

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $79,154/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $24K/yr

87.3%

Very low income$24K–$40K/yr

10.1%

Low income$40K–$63K/yr

2.6%

Who Receives This Housing

68% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

70.1% of subsidized households are minority

14.4% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

74% 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

18,26645%

By Region

Top Countries

India

425

China

420

Poland

376

Mexico

305

Guatemala

272

Philippines

180

United Kingdom

153

Germany

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

20,438

Avg. Commutei

33 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

20,737

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

753(2.3% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

85.2%Insured

14.8%Uninsured

Kearny, NJ Population, Income & Demographics 2026