Demographics in Newark, NJ

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Newark?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

307,188

Male

151,849

49.4%

Female

155,339

50.6%

Median Age

34.8

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

16.5%

Black

46.7%

Hispanic

37.2%

Asian

1.9%

Two or More

13.8%

Other

20.4%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

11.3%

High School or Higher

35.7%

Foreign Born

34.9%

Veterans

1.9%

Married

26.6%

Avg Household Size

2.6

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Newark, NJ has a population of 307,188 with a median age of 34.8. The racial makeup is 16.5% White, 37.2% Hispanic, 46.7% Black, 1.9% Asian. About 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 34.9%.