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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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Pompton Lakes, NJ

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

11,047population

39.7median age

This community is a community of 11,047 with a median age of 39.7. The population is predominantly White (73%) with a significant Hispanic/Latino community (17%). Median household income is $124,454. 95.3% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 43.8% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 80.4%, with a median home value of $442,400.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

73%8,062

Hispanic/Latino

17%1,873

Asian

4.6%511

Two or More

3.7%409

Black

1.6%172

Other

0.2%20

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

2.6%209

High School Diploma

27.9%2,208

Some College (<1 yr)

6.1%486

Some College (1+ yr)

8.3%661

Associate's Degree

6.4%510

Bachelor's Degree

25.4%2,010

Master's Degree

14.5%1,147

Professional Degree

2.7%217

Doctorate

1.2%96

HS or Higher

95.3%

BA or Higher

43.8%

Graduate+

18.4%

Housingi

$442,400median home value

$1,845median rent

80.4%homeownership

4,317total units

1.6%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 80.4%

Renter 19.6%

Home Values

$100K–$150K

0.3%11

$150K–$200K

3.3%112

$200K–$300K

13.1%447

$300K–$500K

51.8%1,770

$500K–$1M

31%1,060

$1M+

0.4%14

Rent Distribution

Under $500

$1,000–$1,250

$1,250–$1,500

$1,500–$2,000

313

$2,000+

298

Year Built

2020 or later

0.3%12

2010–2019

2%88

2000–2009

6.4%277

1990–1999

1.3%55

1980–1989

10.9%471

1970–1979

18%775

1960–1969

15.5%669

1950–1959

25.1%1,085

1940–1949

11.5%495

1939 or earlier

9%390

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

81.7%3,470

Electricity

13.2%561

Fuel Oil

3.3%142

Bottled/LP Gas

1.8%75

Household Economyi

$124,454median household income

$55,018per capita income

8.4%poverty rate

3.1%unemployment

6,535labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

2.1%91

$10K–$15K

1.5%62

$15K–$20K

1.8%78

$20K–$25K

2.4%102

$25K–$30K

1.6%69

$30K–$35K

1.6%70

$35K–$40K

0.4%15

$40K–$45K

0.7%28

$45K–$50K

1.2%53

$50K–$60K

4.4%185

$60K–$75K

3%127

$75K–$100K

13.1%555

$100K–$125K

16.7%708

$125K–$150K

8.3%352

$150K–$200K

24.2%1,029

$200K+

17%724

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

124

Residentsi

137

Avg. Tenant Renti

$477/mo

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers24 homes99% occupied$410/mo rent

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

Project Based Section 8100 homes99% occupied$493/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $124,454/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $37K/yr

72.7%

Very low income$37K–$62K/yr

24.9%

Low income$62K–$100K/yr

2.4%

Who Receives This Housing

71.8% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

21% of subsidized households are minority

12.9% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

88.7% 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

1,57214.2%

By Region

Top Countries

Poland

177

Philippines

Mexico

Germany

Guatemala

India

United Kingdom

Korea

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

6,262

Avg. Commutei

29.5 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

6,333

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

369(4.3% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

96.4%Insured

3.6%Uninsured

Pompton Lakes, NJ Population, Income & Demographics 2026