Where does this demographic data come from?

All demographic data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, which samples about 3.5 million households annually. The 5-year estimates provide the most reliable data for small geographies like municipalities.

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.

How accurate is this data for small towns?

For smaller municipalities, ACS estimates have wider margins of error because fewer residents are sampled. The 5-year estimates reduce this uncertainty by averaging over a longer period. For towns under 5,000 people, treat specific numbers as approximations rather than precise counts.

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Secaucus, NJ

Secaucus, NJ Population, Income & Demographics 2026

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

21,778population

38.4median age

This community is a community of 21,778 with a median age of 38.4. The population is predominantly Asian (36.1%) with a significant White community (33.7%). Median household income is $139,821. 95.2% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 63.1% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 50.6%, with a median home value of $571,900.

Race & Ethnicityi

Asian

36.1%7,867

White

33.7%7,341

Hispanic/Latino

18.3%3,995

Black

5.3%1,165

Two or More

4.9%1,077

Other

1.5%333

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

2%330

High School Diploma

15.4%2,536

Some College (<1 yr)

3%490

Some College (1+ yr)

7.3%1,208

Associate's Degree

4.4%724

Bachelor's Degree

34.9%5,755

Master's Degree

21.8%3,594

Professional Degree

3.2%526

Doctorate

3.2%519

HS or Higher

95.2%

BA or Higher

63.1%

Graduate+

28.2%

Housingi

$571,900median home value

$2,391median rent

50.6%homeownership

9,286total units

6.3%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 50.6%

Renter 49.4%

Home Values

Under $50K

1.4%62

$50K–$100K

1.5%66

$100K–$150K

1%44

$200K–$300K

6.1%270

$300K–$500K

29.6%1,305

$500K–$1M

56.5%2,490

$1M+

3.9%170

Rent Distribution

Under $500

265

$500–$750

101

$750–$1,000

119

$1,000–$1,250

136

$1,250–$1,500

420

$1,500–$2,000

653

$2,000+

2,603

Year Built

2020 or later

1%93

2010–2019

20.7%1,924

2000–2009

10.9%1,013

1990–1999

4.7%434

1980–1989

13.5%1,250

1970–1979

13.6%1,261

1960–1969

7.9%729

1950–1959

11.3%1,048

1940–1949

2.1%191

1939 or earlier

14.5%1,343

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

70.1%6,103

Electricity

24.9%2,163

Fuel Oil

2.1%182

Bottled/LP Gas

2%172

No Fuel

0.5%44

Solar

0.3%27

Other

0.1%13

Household Economyi

$139,821median household income

$68,437per capita income

5.7%poverty rate

5.6%unemployment

12,435labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

3.1%266

$10K–$15K

2.4%206

$15K–$20K

2%170

$20K–$25K

1.4%122

$25K–$30K

2.9%252

$30K–$35K

1.3%116

$35K–$40K

1.1%96

$40K–$45K

1.1%100

$45K–$50K

0.3%30

$50K–$60K

3.5%301

$60K–$75K

6%524

$75K–$100K

12.3%1,072

$100K–$125K

8.6%749

$125K–$150K

9.5%830

$150K–$200K

9.1%788

$200K+

35.4%3,082

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

543

Residentsi

898

Avg. Tenant Renti

$620/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

24 months

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers543 homes99% occupied$620/mo rent

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

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $139,821/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $42K/yr

65%

Very low income$42K–$70K/yr

28%

Low income$70K–$112K/yr

Who Receives This Housing

75% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

48% of subsidized households are minority

14% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

63% 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

9,42343.3%

By Region

Top Countries

India

3,708

China

724

Philippines

475

Mexico

248

Korea

193

United Kingdom

Germany

Poland

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

11,607

Avg. Commutei

32.5 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

11,738

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

319(1.8% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

95%Insured

5%Uninsured