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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Chatham Township, NJ

Chatham Township, NJ Population, Income & Demographics 2026

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

9,407population

37.8median age

This community is a community of 9,407 with a median age of 37.8. The population is predominantly White (78.4%) with a significant Asian community (11.6%). Median household income is $241,500. 99.1% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 83.7% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 82.5%, with a median home value of $984,900.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

78.4%7,377

Asian

11.6%1,095

Hispanic/Latino

5.4%509

Two or More

3.2%301

Other

0.7%67

Black

0.6%52

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.1%6

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

0.8%48

High School Diploma

4.7%272

Some College (<1 yr)

3%170

Some College (1+ yr)

4.8%276

Associate's Degree

2.1%118

Bachelor's Degree

41.6%2,389

Master's Degree

30.5%1,753

Professional Degree

7.1%409

Doctorate

4.5%260

HS or Higher

99.1%

BA or Higher

83.7%

Graduate+

42.1%

Housingi

$984,900median home value

$2,250median rent

82.5%homeownership

3,010total units

1.3%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 82.5%

Renter 17.5%

Home Values

$100K–$150K

0.2%6

$300K–$500K

0.7%17

$500K–$1M

51.2%1,255

$1M+

47.9%1,175

Rent Distribution

$1,250–$1,500

$1,500–$2,000

135

$2,000+

345

Year Built

2020 or later

1.2%36

2010–2019

7.5%227

2000–2009

3.5%106

1990–1999

4.9%147

1980–1989

6.3%189

1970–1979

3.1%94

1960–1969

8.6%259

1950–1959

17.1%516

1940–1949

15.8%477

1939 or earlier

31.9%959

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

85.8%2,549

Electricity

7%208

Bottled/LP Gas

3.3%98

Fuel Oil

2.4%72

No Fuel

1%29

Other

0.5%16

Household Economyi

$241,500median household income

$95,660per capita income

2.2%poverty rate

5.2%unemployment

4,833labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

2.3%69

$10K–$15K

0.8%25

$15K–$20K

0.7%21

$20K–$25K

0.6%19

$25K–$30K

2%59

$30K–$35K

1%31

$35K–$40K

0.6%18

$40K–$45K

0.3%9

$45K–$50K

0.6%19

$50K–$60K

2.3%69

$60K–$75K

4.9%145

$75K–$100K

7.3%218

$100K–$125K

3.4%100

$125K–$150K

6%177

$150K–$200K

7.9%234

$200K+

59.2%1,759

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

Residentsi

Avg. Tenant Renti

$941/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

62 months

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers11 homes93% occupied$941/mo rent

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

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $241,500/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $72K/yr

64%

Very low income$72K–$121K/yr

18%

Low income$121K–$193K/yr

18%

Who Receives This Housing

64% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

55% of subsidized households are minority

26% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

18% 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

1,29013.7%

By Region

Top Countries

India

172

China

105

United Kingdom

Poland

Canada

Germany

Philippines

Korea

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

4,528

Avg. Commutei

39.2 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

4,581

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

203(3.2% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

98.7%Insured

1.3%Uninsured