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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Morris Plains, NJ

Morris Plains, NJ Population, Income & Demographics 2026

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

6,315population

41.7median age

This community is a community of 6,315 with a median age of 41.7. The population is predominantly White (80.5%) with a significant Asian community (7.4%). Median household income is $154,923. 97.8% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 72.2% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 71.6%, with a median home value of $643,300.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

80.5%5,083

Asian

7.4%466

Hispanic/Latino

7.1%448

Two or More

3.5%223

Black

1.5%95

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

0.3%14

High School Diploma

8.7%417

Some College (<1 yr)

3.8%182

Some College (1+ yr)

7.8%370

Associate's Degree

5%237

Bachelor's Degree

39.6%1,887

Master's Degree

26.3%1,253

Professional Degree

3.4%162

Doctorate

3%142

HS or Higher

97.8%

BA or Higher

72.2%

Graduate+

32.6%

Housingi

$643,300median home value

$2,835median rent

71.6%homeownership

2,638total units

2.7%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 71.6%

Renter 28.4%

Home Values

$200K–$300K

2.6%48

$300K–$500K

20.5%376

$500K–$1M

71.6%1,314

$1M+

5.3%98

Rent Distribution

$750–$1,000

$1,000–$1,250

$1,250–$1,500

$1,500–$2,000

$2,000+

593

Year Built

2020 or later

2.1%55

2010–2019

11.8%311

2000–2009

2.8%73

1990–1999

5.4%143

1980–1989

13.2%349

1970–1979

6.6%173

1960–1969

12.7%334

1950–1959

17.8%469

1940–1949

11.5%304

1939 or earlier

16.2%427

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

83.3%2,138

Electricity

13.9%357

Fuel Oil

2%51

Bottled/LP Gas

0.5%12

No Fuel

0.3%8

Household Economyi

$154,923median household income

$83,212per capita income

3.2%poverty rate

5%unemployment

3,824labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

1.1%28

$15K–$20K

0.8%20

$20K–$25K

2.8%71

$25K–$30K

0.2%6

$30K–$35K

1.1%27

$35K–$40K

0.7%17

$40K–$45K

0.6%16

$45K–$50K

0.2%6

$50K–$60K

2.3%58

$60K–$75K

2.6%66

$75K–$100K

14.1%363

$100K–$125K

11.8%304

$125K–$150K

5.2%134

$150K–$200K

18.6%476

$200K+

38%974

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

$791/mo

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers20 homes92% occupied$791/mo rent

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

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $154,923/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $46K/yr

58%

Very low income$46K–$77K/yr

31%

Low income$77K–$124K/yr

11%

Who Receives This Housing

95% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

74% of subsidized households are minority

26% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

47% 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

82613.1%

By Region

Top Countries

United Kingdom

Canada

India

China

Philippines

Korea

Poland

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

3,570

Avg. Commutei

29 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

3,632

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

236(4.6% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

97.6%Insured

2.4%Uninsured