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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Haledon, NJ

Haledon, NJ Population, Income & Demographics 2026

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

8,980population

38.4median age

This community is a community of 8,980 with a median age of 38.4. The population is predominantly Hispanic/Latino (46.4%) with a significant White community (26.3%). Median household income is $95,870. 90% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 24.7% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 47.6%, with a median home value of $396,400.

Race & Ethnicityi

Hispanic/Latino

46.4%4,166

White

26.3%2,359

Black

17.8%1,599

Two or More

5.5%490

Asian

3.5%312

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.5%42

Other

0.1%12

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

5%321

High School Diploma

30.3%1,956

Some College (<1 yr)

8.1%523

Some College (1+ yr)

13.6%880

Associate's Degree

8.3%534

Bachelor's Degree

17.4%1,121

Master's Degree

6.8%441

Professional Degree

0.2%13

Doctorate

0.3%22

HS or Higher

90%

BA or Higher

24.7%

Graduate+

7.4%

Housingi

$396,400median home value

$1,750median rent

47.6%homeownership

3,239total units

2.9%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 47.6%

Renter 52.4%

Home Values

Under $50K

9.4%141

$100K–$150K

0.8%12

$150K–$200K

1.7%25

$200K–$300K

9.5%143

$300K–$500K

50.8%761

$500K–$1M

27%404

$1M+

0.8%12

Rent Distribution

$500–$750

$750–$1,000

$1,000–$1,250

141

$1,250–$1,500

278

$1,500–$2,000

598

$2,000+

514

Year Built

2010–2019

3.8%123

2000–2009

4.5%147

1990–1999

5.4%174

1980–1989

12.6%408

1970–1979

14.9%483

1960–1969

11.9%386

1950–1959

11.9%385

1940–1949

5.6%183

1939 or earlier

29.3%950

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

78.2%2,460

Electricity

13.5%425

Bottled/LP Gas

5.5%173

Fuel Oil

1%33

No Fuel

0.8%25

Solar

0.6%20

Wood

0.3%10

Household Economyi

$95,870median household income

$38,168per capita income

8.5%poverty rate

6.1%unemployment

4,979labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

6.8%214

$10K–$15K

0.7%23

$15K–$20K

3.5%111

$20K–$25K

3.1%97

$25K–$30K

0.4%13

$30K–$35K

2.5%80

$35K–$40K

8.7%273

$40K–$45K

1.2%37

$45K–$50K

0.4%13

$50K–$60K

4.1%129

$60K–$75K

10.5%331

$75K–$100K

12%379

$100K–$125K

20.3%640

$125K–$150K

6%190

$150K–$200K

6.6%208

$200K+

13%408

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

214

Residentsi

414

Avg. Tenant Renti

$570/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

61 months

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers209 homes99% occupied$570/mo rent

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

Project Based Section 81 homes

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

811/PRAC4 homes

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $95,870/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $29K/yr

79%

Very low income$29K–$48K/yr

16%

Low income$48K–$77K/yr

Who Receives This Housing

88% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

75% of subsidized households are minority

21% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

36% 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

3,31536.9%

By Region

Top Countries

India

159

Mexico

122

Philippines

Germany

Guatemala

China

Korea

United Kingdom

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

4,583

Avg. Commutei

25 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

4,676

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

192(2.7% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

91.3%Insured

8.7%Uninsured