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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Prospect Park, NJ

Prospect Park, NJ Population, Income & Demographics 2026

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

6,319population

36.2median age

This community is a community of 6,319 with a median age of 36.2. The population is predominantly Hispanic/Latino (64.9%) with a significant White community (14.2%). Median household income is $53,125. 89.2% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 31.1% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 42%, with a median home value of $406,800.

Race & Ethnicityi

Hispanic/Latino

64.9%4,103

White

14.2%895

Black

11.5%729

Asian

5.8%369

Two or More

3.3%208

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.2%15

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

5.7%225

High School Diploma

32.8%1,304

Some College (<1 yr)

7%278

Some College (1+ yr)

8.2%326

Associate's Degree

4.5%177

Bachelor's Degree

23.8%946

Master's Degree

5.7%227

Professional Degree

1.1%44

Doctorate

0.5%21

HS or Higher

89.2%

BA or Higher

31.1%

Graduate+

7.3%

Housingi

$406,800median home value

$1,647median rent

42%homeownership

2,184total units

5.4%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 42%

Renter 58%

Home Values

Under $50K

1.6%14

$50K–$100K

2.4%21

$100K–$150K

12%104

$150K–$200K

1%9

$200K–$300K

17.4%151

$300K–$500K

41.6%361

$500K–$1M

21.7%188

$1M+

2.2%19

Rent Distribution

$500–$750

132

$750–$1,000

$1,000–$1,250

$1,250–$1,500

207

$1,500–$2,000

435

$2,000+

251

Year Built

2010–2019

0.9%20

2000–2009

1.6%35

1990–1999

0.6%14

1980–1989

0.8%17

1970–1979

6.5%141

1960–1969

13.4%292

1950–1959

7.4%161

1940–1949

16.8%367

1939 or earlier

52.1%1,137

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

84.2%1,738

Electricity

5.8%119

Solar

4.5%92

Bottled/LP Gas

4.3%89

Fuel Oil

1.3%27

Household Economyi

$53,125median household income

$28,785per capita income

28%poverty rate

11.5%unemployment

3,187labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

9.8%202

$10K–$15K

3.3%68

$15K–$20K

6.4%133

$20K–$25K

7.6%157

$25K–$30K

4%82

$30K–$35K

2.8%58

$35K–$40K

6.2%129

$40K–$45K

1.8%38

$45K–$50K

5.7%117

$50K–$60K

8.1%167

$60K–$75K

6.7%138

$75K–$100K

10.4%215

$100K–$125K

7.7%158

$125K–$150K

2.9%59

$150K–$200K

7.9%163

$200K+

8.8%181

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

180

Residentsi

459

Avg. Tenant Renti

$577/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

91 months

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers180 homes98% occupied$577/mo rent

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

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $53,125/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $16K/yr

80%

Very low income$16K–$27K/yr

16%

Low income$27K–$43K/yr

Who Receives This Housing

87% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

80% of subsidized households are minority

17% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

28% 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

2,69542.6%

By Region

Top Countries

Mexico

294

India

United Kingdom

China

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

2,796

Avg. Commutei

22.9 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

2,821

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

12(0.3% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

86.5%Insured

13.5%Uninsured