New Brunswick, NJ — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Middlesex County · New Jersey
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for New Brunswick based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
55,744
2023 ACS
Median Income
$60,248
2023
Median Home Value
$316,800
2023
Median Rent
$1,790
2023
Median Age
24.5
Unemployment
6.5%
Cost of Living Index
133.2
100 = national avg
New Brunswick is a city in Middlesex County, New Jersey, with a population of 55,744 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. New Brunswick is one of the communities in New Jersey.
The median household income in New Brunswick is $60,248, and the median home value is $316,800. The cost of living index is 133.2 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,790 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.5%, and the median age is 24.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
55,744
Male
29,041
52.1%
Female
26,703
47.9%
Median Age
24.5
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
11.8%
High School or Higher
25.2%
Foreign Born
36.5%
Veterans
1.4%
Married
21.0%
Avg Household Size
3.0
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.502
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
37.3%
Foreign Born
36.5%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
51.1%
28,502 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
48.9%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
52,421
English Only
43.5%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
24,615 speakers
Limited English
27.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
72.4%
Limited English Proficiency
27.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
768
1.4% of population
Disability Rate
19.7%
151 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$65,769
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
602
78.4%
Female Veterans
166
21.6%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$65,769
Non-Veteran Income
$24,137
Difference
$41,632
172.5% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
151
Without Disability
617
Disability Rate
19.7%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
10,361
#1 Ancestry
American
3.4% (1,893)
#2 Ancestry
Italian
2.5% (1,380)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
2.2% (1,209)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
15,905
Family Households
8,972
56.4%
Married Couples
4,178
26.3%
Non-Family Households
6,933
43.6%
Single Mother Households
3,302
20.8%
Single Father Households
1,492
9.4%
Living Alone
4,371
27.5%
Children Under 18
Total Children
9,707
In Married Couple
4,233
43.6%
With Single Mother
4,012
41.3%
With Single Father
1,462
15.1%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$58,856
Married Couple Income
$104,052
Single Mother Income
$34,091
Single Father Income
$43,382
Avg Family Size
3.0
Avg Non-Family Size
3.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,272
Grandparents Responsible
280
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$60,248
-18% vs national
Per Capita Income
$25,693
-31% vs national
Poverty Rate
31.6%
+132% vs national
Gini Index
0.5129
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.5%
+24% vs national
SNAP Recipients
20.7%
of households
How New Brunswick Compares
New Brunswick vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. New Brunswick is highlighted.
Median Household Income
New Brunswick, NJ has a median household income of $60,248, making it the 16,427th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that New Brunswick has a higher median household income than 42% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
New Brunswick, NJ has a per capita income of $25,693, making it the 21,753rd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that New Brunswick has a higher per capita income than 23% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
New Brunswick, NJ has a poverty rate of 31.6%, making it the 2,666th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that New Brunswick has a higher poverty rate than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
New Brunswick, NJ has a unemployment rate of 6.5%, making it the 8,272nd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that New Brunswick has a higher unemployment rate than 73% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in New Brunswick. The median household income here is $60,248.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.5%
+13% vs NJ avg
Labor Force
28,869
Employed
27,003
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
11.8%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
25.2%
of adults 25+
Median Age
24.5
Work from Home
10.2%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$162.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
133.2
100 = national avg
+33.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,595
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$138,498
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,978
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,486
per month
The median household income in New Brunswick, NJ is $60,248, which is 17.7% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $25,693. The poverty rate of 31.6% is higher than the NJ state average of 7.7%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5129, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.5%, compared to the state average of 5.7%. The labor force is 28,869. 11.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 41.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 133.2, which is 33.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 199.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,595 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$535,000
Median List Price
$499,450
Price Per Sq Ft
$293
Days on Market
102
Active Inventory
69
Months of Supply
5.8
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$437,558
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,785
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
58.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
7.7%
Sale-to-List Ratio
101.3%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
12
New Listings
22
Pending Sales
13
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$293
Median List $/SF
$315
New Brunswick vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. New Brunswick is highlighted.
Median Home Value
New Brunswick, NJ has a median home value of $316,800, making it the 6,599th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that New Brunswick has a higher median home value than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
New Brunswick, NJ has a median rent of $1,790, making it the 2,466th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that New Brunswick has a higher median rent than 89% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
New Brunswick, NJ has a price per square foot of $293, making it the 3,833rd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that New Brunswick has a higher price per square foot than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
New Brunswick, NJ has a rent burden of 35.7%, making it the 481st highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that New Brunswick has a higher rent burden than 98% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$316,800
Median Rent
$1,790
Total Housing Units
17,071
Vacancy Rate
6.8%
Owner Occupied
21.8%
Renter Occupied
78.2%
Median Property Tax
$6,384
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,808
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$6,384
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.02%
of home value
Median Home Value
$316,800
Estimated Mean Tax
$6,195
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($6,384) by the median home value ($316,800). In New Brunswick, NJ, this works out to an effective rate of 2.02%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in New Brunswick, NJ is $535,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 102 days on the market. 58.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 5.8 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $293. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,785/month. About 21.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1967. There are 17,071 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $6,384. The effective tax rate is 2.02%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
6.99
per 1,000 residents
+169% vs national
Property Crime Rate
26.27
per 1,000 residents
+53% vs national
Total Crimes
1,904
2024
Violent Clearance
25%
cases solved
Property Clearance
6%
cases solved
YoY Change
-25.2%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How New Brunswick Compares
Source: FBI (2024)New Brunswick vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. New Brunswick is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)New Brunswick police solve 67% of murder cases but only 3% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 9 | 0.16 | 66.7% |
| Rape | Violent | 26 | 0.45 | 7.7% |
| Robbery | Violent | 159 | 2.78 | 11.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 206 | 3.60 | 35.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 168 | 2.93 | 11.3% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,237 | 21.60 | 5.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 99 | 1.73 | 3.0% |
New Brunswick, NJ reported 400 violent crimes and 1,504 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 6.99 per 1,000 residents is 168.7% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 25% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,237 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 32.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 400 | 1,504 | 6.99 | 26.27 |
| 2023 | 528 | 1,670 | 9.33 | 29.53 |
| 2022 | 481 | 1,212 | 8.59 | 21.65 |
| 2021 | 360 | 1,083 | 6.13 | 18.45 |
| 2020 | 285 | 964 | 5.12 | 17.31 |
| 2019 | 262 | 1,111 | 4.68 | 19.84 |
| 2018 | 309 | 1,210 | 5.46 | 21.39 |
| 2017 | 360 | 1,341 | 6.26 | 23.33 |
| 2016 | 392 | 1,252 | 6.86 | 21.90 |
| 2015 | 413 | 1,279 | 7.17 | 22.21 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
97.8
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
97.3
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
47.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
45.5
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
30
Public Assistance
$892.9M
Individual Assistance
$95.9M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
9 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | $53.1M | $40.7M |
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $652.8M | $10.9M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Severe Storm | Mar 2016 | $4.2M | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | $164.4M | $15.9M |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Severe Storm → | Severe Storm | Nov 2011 | $1.7M | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $9.9M | $22.8M |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Feb 2011 | $2.8M | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2010 | $4.1M | $2.3M |
| Severe Storms and Inland and Coastal Flo… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2007 | — | $3.3M |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Mar 2003 | — | — |
| Fires and Explosions → | Fire | Sep 2001 | — | — |
| West Nile Virus → | Other | Nov 2000 | — | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Emergency Declarations → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Nov 1996 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 32 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
5,246
Total Claims Paid
$164,420,783
Avg Claim Payout
$31,342
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
45
Federal Funding
$64,525,691
Properties Protected
320
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.44
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 24 | $3,785,309 |
| 601.1: Generators | 4 | $1,378,513 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular; 602.1: Other Equipment Purchase and Installation | 3 | $934,490 |
| 200.2: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Coastal | 3 | $54,515,396 |
| 601.1: Generators; 602.1: Other Equipment Purchase and Installation | 2 | $473,182 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
New Brunswick has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are strong wind, winter weather, ice storm. The area has had 30 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (9 declarations). 5,246 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $892,927,259 in public assistance recovery funding. $95,946,035 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 45 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
36.6%
0.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
16.1%
7.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.1%
0.8pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
24.7%
14.1pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
30.5%
Arthritis
14.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
3.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
22.7%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
20.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
16.1%
Loneliness
41.6%
Lack of Support
29.6%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
34.2%
Mobility
12.8%
Cognitive
20.1%
Hearing
4.8%
Vision
8.8%
Self-Care
4.9%
Independent Living
10.9%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
New Brunswick has an obesity rate of 36.6%, which is 0.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 16.1%, 7.4pp below the national average. About 24.7% of adults lack health insurance. 72.2% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
In city
Robert Wood Johnson University...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital | In city | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Saint Peter'S University Hospital | In city | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Children'S Specialized Hospital | In city | Childrens | — | — |
| Raritan Bay Medical Center | 9.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Hackensack Meridian Health Carrier Clinic | 11.3 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
55,000
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| NEW BRUNSWICK W DEPT | 55,000 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
53.5K MT
Top Emitter
BRISTOL MYERS SQUIBB INC
53.5K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (50,000 - 100,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
BRISTOL MYERS SQUIBB INC Bristol-Myers Squibb Co | Chemicals | 53,542 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 1 water system serving the area. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 53.5K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
41.7%
-47% vs national
Public Transit
4.6%
+409% vs national
Work From Home
10.2%
+10% vs national
Carpool
13.7%
Walk / Bike
16.2%
combined
How New Brunswick's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
4
2023
6-Year Avg
5
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 8 | 10 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 2019 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for New Brunswick, NJ covers travel times and transportation modes. 41.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 10.2% work from home, which is below the NJ state average of 12.2%. Public transit is used by 4.6% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 13.7% of workers carpool. 14.1% walk to work. 2.1% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 4 traffic fatalities from 4 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
84.5%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
68.1%
of households
No Internet
12.5%
of households
Total Households
15,905
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
93.5%
of households
Smartphone
91.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
67.8%
of households
Tablet
56.8%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
19.3¢
per kWh
+5% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
14.6¢
per kWh
-1% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
11.9¢
per kWh
+7% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$128
residential
-12% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
13% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in New Jersey averages 19.3¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $128. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
New Brunswick vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
55,000
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW BRUNSWICK W DEPT | Community | Surface water | 55,000 | 0 |
84.5% of households in New Brunswick have broadband internet access. 68.1% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 14.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 12.5% of households have no internet access. 16.6% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 55,000 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. New Brunswick is located in Middlesex County, NJ. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in New Brunswick.
Election Overview
Source: Middlesex County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
191,802
52.5%
GOP Votes
162,459
44.5%
Total Votes
365,187
Margin
D+8.0%
Shift from 2020
R+14.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 191,802 | 162,459 | 365,187 | 52.5% | 44.5% | D+8.0 |
| 2020 | 226,250 | 143,467 | 375,692 | 60.2% | 38.2% | D+22.0 |
| 2016 | 164,887 | 108,981 | 282,668 | 58.3% | 38.6% | D+19.8 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Middlesex County recorded 365,187 total votes. Democrats won the county with 52.5% of the vote compared to 44.5% for Republicans, a margin of D+8.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+14.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Middlesex County has shifted 11.8 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
254
Total Assets
$2.8B
Total Income
$2.2B
Per 10K Residents
45.6
nonprofits
-1.9% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
51
Median Assets
$684K
Oldest Active
1942
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $2.5B of $2.8B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in New Brunswick
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNew Brunswick, NJ has 254 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $2.8B. The most common category is Education, with 34 organizations. 51 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 45.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1942.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
273
Total Approved
$136.2M
Jobs Supported
2,385
Per 10K Residents
49.0
SBA loans
-28.5% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
67
Top Lender
Bank of America, National Association
30 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
256
Total Amount
$105.7M
Avg Loan
$413,020
Median Loan
$150,000
SBA Guaranteed
$80.8M(76%)
Jobs Supported
2,158
Loans
17
Total Amount
$30.5M
Avg Loan
$1,793,647
Median Loan
$1,605,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
48
18% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$29.5M
22% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$614,269
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Procedyne Corp. | 5 | $19.0M |
| Henry's United Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Real Essentials Corp | 1 | $4.9M |
| Clinton Industrial Management Llc | 1 | $4.8M |
| Lawrence Blatterfein | 2 | $4.6M |
| Midwood Distributors Inc. | 1 | $3.0M |
| Kumkang Fruit & Vegetable Corp | 1 | $2.9M |
| Elizabeth Property Management Limited Liability Company | 1 | $2.7M |
| Vhf 594 Llc | 1 | $2.6M |
| 29 Dennis Street Associates Llc | 1 | $2.4M |
New Brunswick, NJ has received 273 SBA loans totaling $136.2M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 256 loans (94% of the total), supporting 2,158 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 17 loans totaling $30.5M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in New Brunswick is Bank of America, National Association with 30 loans. That works out to 49.0 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
38
Total Population
877,400
Avg Median Income
-$17,433,167
Avg Home Value
-$17,131,186
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07060 | 47,560 | $72,882 | $369,400 | $1,629 | 5.0 |
| 07063 | 14,533 | $89,840 | $363,000 | $1,742 | 1.8 |
| 07067 | 18,294 | $134,301 | $473,200 | $1,964 | 4.0 |
| 07080 | 24,215 | $126,161 | $444,100 | $1,928 | 8.2 |
| 07095 | 20,086 | $99,718 | $361,200 | $2,077 | 4.6 |
| 08805 | 14,153 | $84,201 | $393,900 | $1,859 | 2.9 |
| 08810 | 8,241 | $141,308 | $471,700 | $1,969 | 5.5 |
| 08812 | 14,177 | $119,534 | $435,300 | $1,557 | 5.1 |
| 08816 | 48,965 | $141,731 | $502,600 | $2,079 | 20.2 |
| 08817 | 47,924 | $109,734 | $411,100 | $1,946 | 10.6 |
| 08820 | 39,392 | $168,453 | $597,700 | $1,925 | 10.4 |
| 08823 | 8,873 | $109,182 | $279,400 | $2,242 | 3.5 |
| 08824 | 13,866 | $180,888 | $602,500 | $1,963 | 4.3 |
| 08828 | 2,317 | $104,143 | $321,400 | $2,081 | 0.8 |
| 08830 | 19,151 | $112,615 | $394,200 | $2,051 | 3.2 |
| 08832 | 2,793 | $65,948 | $328,100 | $1,643 | 2.2 |
| 08835 | 10,870 | $93,872 | $321,100 | $1,837 | 2.3 |
| 08836 | 4,326 | $237,935 | $786,500 | N/A | 4.5 |
| 08837 | 19,954 | $107,948 | $432,500 | $1,778 | 9.1 |
| 08840 | 17,934 | $150,938 | $517,700 | $1,994 | 3.2 |
| 08846 | 14,518 | $107,063 | $414,600 | $1,493 | 3.5 |
| 08850 | 8,442 | $127,331 | $436,600 | $1,520 | 2.3 |
| 08852 | 17,333 | $121,771 | $489,100 | $1,897 | 13.3 |
| 08854 | 60,405 | $126,331 | $423,900 | $1,929 | 18.9 |
| 08857 | 40,409 | $101,192 | $459,400 | $1,462 | 24.1 |
| 08859 | 24,284 | $96,593 | $407,100 | $1,625 | 4.8 |
| 08861 | 58,264 | $60,464 | $340,900 | $1,623 | 5.1 |
| 08863 | 13,052 | $116,250 | $414,100 | $1,976 | 1.7 |
| 08872 | 20,040 | $97,204 | $404,300 | $1,594 | 9.5 |
| 08873 | 55,862 | $117,866 | $438,600 | $1,942 | 32.1 |
| 08879 | 23,263 | $98,000 | $377,700 | $1,633 | 7.1 |
| 08880 | 4,833 | $102,019 | $345,300 | $1,822 | 0.7 |
| 08882 | 16,007 | $101,853 | $382,500 | $1,599 | 2.8 |
| 08884 | 8,133 | $101,125 | $358,100 | $1,097 | 2.3 |
| 08890 | 38 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 08901 | 56,766 | $60,248 | $316,800 | $1,790 | 6.3 |
| 08902 | 43,146 | $117,671 | $402,400 | $2,055 | 13.2 |
| 08904 | 14,981 | $101,991 | $463,600 | $1,881 | 1.8 |
New Brunswick, NJ has 38 ZIP codes with a combined population of 877,400. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$17,433,167. The average median home value is -$17,131,186. The average median monthly rent is -$35,086,003.
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