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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South Bound Brook, NJ

South Bound Brook, NJ Population, Income & Demographics 2026

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

4,867population

36median age

This community is a community of 4,867 with a median age of 36. The population is predominantly White (38.1%) with a significant Hispanic/Latino community (35.3%). Median household income is $112,961. 88.9% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 23.9% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 57.9%, with a median home value of $359,000.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

38.1%1,856

Hispanic/Latino

35.3%1,716

Black

16.1%784

Two or More

5.4%264

Asian

4.4%215

Other

0.7%32

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

1.9%66

High School Diploma

27.9%946

Some College (<1 yr)

9.9%335

Some College (1+ yr)

15.1%513

Associate's Degree

10.2%346

Bachelor's Degree

17.8%605

Master's Degree

4.9%166

Professional Degree

0.3%9

Doctorate

0.9%29

HS or Higher

88.9%

BA or Higher

23.9%

Graduate+

Housingi

$359,000median home value

$1,778median rent

57.9%homeownership

1,850total units

3.8%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 57.9%

Renter 42.1%

Home Values

$50K–$100K

0.9%9

$100K–$150K

1%10

$200K–$300K

18.6%192

$300K–$500K

73.9%761

$500K–$1M

5%52

$1M+

0.6%6

Rent Distribution

Under $500

$500–$750

$1,000–$1,250

$1,250–$1,500

158

$1,500–$2,000

249

$2,000+

253

Year Built

2020 or later

0.5%10

2010–2019

3.4%63

2000–2009

6.8%125

1980–1989

11.9%221

1970–1979

18.8%347

1960–1969

19.1%354

1950–1959

14%259

1940–1949

13%240

1939 or earlier

12.5%231

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

76.5%1,362

Electricity

17.4%309

Bottled/LP Gas

5%89

Fuel Oil

1.1%20

Household Economyi

$112,961median household income

$38,622per capita income

13.1%poverty rate

7.2%unemployment

2,970labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

6.4%114

$15K–$20K

0.9%16

$20K–$25K

3.4%60

$25K–$30K

3.3%59

$30K–$35K

3.1%55

$35K–$40K

1.6%28

$40K–$45K

1.7%30

$45K–$50K

1.1%20

$50K–$60K

6.8%121

$60K–$75K

3.9%70

$75K–$100K

12.1%216

$100K–$125K

26%463

$125K–$150K

8.7%155

$150K–$200K

8.8%156

$200K+

12.2%217

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

$629/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

8 months

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers41 homes95% occupied$629/mo rent

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

811/PRAC2 homes

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $112,961/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $34K/yr

83%

Very low income$34K–$56K/yr

12%

Low income$56K–$90K/yr

Who Receives This Housing

64% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

67% of subsidized households are minority

33% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

33% 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

1,09922.6%

By Region

Top Countries

Mexico

196

Poland

India

China

Guatemala

Philippines

Korea

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

2,662

Avg. Commutei

25.5 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

2,755

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

151(4% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

87.3%Insured

12.7%Uninsured