Rahway, NJ — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Union County · New Jersey
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Rahway based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
29,748
2023 ACS
Median Income
$90,852
2023
Median Home Value
$362,300
2023
Median Rent
$1,764
2023
Median Age
39.0
Unemployment
7.4%
Cost of Living Index
161.9
100 = national avg
Rahway is a city in Union County, New Jersey, with a population of 29,748 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Rahway is one of the communities in New Jersey.
The median household income in Rahway is $90,852, and the median home value is $362,300. The cost of living index is 161.9 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,764 per month. The unemployment rate is 7.4%, and the median age is 39.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
29,748
Male
14,094
47.4%
Female
15,654
52.6%
Median Age
39.0
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
25.3%
High School or Higher
47.2%
Foreign Born
22.4%
Veterans
3.9%
Married
36.3%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.658
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
35.1%
Foreign Born
22.4%
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
28.2%
8,380 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
71.8%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
27,538
English Only
67.7%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
5,125 speakers
Limited English
10.1%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
89.9%
Limited English Proficiency
10.1%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,164
3.9% of population
Disability Rate
35.4%
412 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$52,708
Unemployment Rate
2.3%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,017
87.4%
Female Veterans
147
12.6%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$52,708
Non-Veteran Income
$50,377
Difference
$2,331
4.6% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
412
Without Disability
752
Disability Rate
35.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
13,320
#1 Ancestry
Italian
8.9% (2,659)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
6.0% (1,777)
#3 Ancestry
Polish
5.6% (1,674)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
12,155
Family Households
7,827
64.4%
Married Couples
4,846
39.9%
Non-Family Households
4,328
35.6%
Single Mother Households
2,317
19.1%
Single Father Households
664
5.5%
Living Alone
3,759
30.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
5,565
In Married Couple
3,486
62.6%
With Single Mother
1,400
25.2%
With Single Father
679
12.2%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$117,505
Married Couple Income
$138,432
Single Mother Income
$77,847
Single Father Income
$106,571
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
691
Grandparents Responsible
264
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$90,852
+24% vs national
Per Capita Income
$43,613
+17% vs national
Poverty Rate
6.8%
-50% vs national
Gini Index
0.3944
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
7.4%
+43% vs national
SNAP Recipients
9.7%
of households
How Rahway Compares
Rahway vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Rahway is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Rahway, NJ has a median household income of $90,852, making it the 6,353rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Rahway has a higher median household income than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Rahway, NJ has a per capita income of $43,613, making it the 6,712th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Rahway has a higher per capita income than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Rahway, NJ has a poverty rate of 6.8%, making it the 21,153rd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Rahway has a higher poverty rate than 32% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Rahway, NJ has a unemployment rate of 7.4%, making it the 6,727th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Rahway has a higher unemployment rate than 78% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Rahway. The median household income here is $90,852.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
7.4%
+30% vs NJ avg
Labor Force
16,040
Employed
14,841
Mean Commute
28 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
25.3%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
47.2%
of adults 25+
Median Age
39.0
Work from Home
14.7%
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
161.9
100 = national avg
+61.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$71,216
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$168,328
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,822
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,205
per month
The median household income in Rahway, NJ is $90,852, which is 24.1% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $43,613. The poverty rate of 6.8% is lower than the NJ state average of 7.7%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3944, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 7.4%, compared to the state average of 5.7%. The labor force is 16,040. 25.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 28 minutes, with 14.7% working from home. About 60.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 161.9, which is 61.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 224.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $71,216 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$585,000
Median List Price
$559,500
Price Per Sq Ft
$355
Days on Market
68
Active Inventory
50
Months of Supply
4.5
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$521,912
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,468
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
54.5%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
21.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio
101.1%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
11
New Listings
30
Pending Sales
19
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$355
Median List $/SF
$394
Rahway vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Rahway is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Rahway, NJ has a median home value of $362,300, making it the 5,304th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Rahway has a higher median home value than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Rahway, NJ has a median rent of $1,764, making it the 2,601st highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Rahway has a higher median rent than 88% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Rahway, NJ has a price per square foot of $355, making it the 2,505th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Rahway has a higher price per square foot than 88% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Rahway, NJ has a rent burden of 23.3%, making it the 4,881st highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Rahway has a higher rent burden than 78% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$362,300
Median Rent
$1,764
Total Housing Units
12,811
Vacancy Rate
5.1%
Owner Occupied
53.4%
Renter Occupied
46.6%
Median Property Tax
$9,896
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,340
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$9,896
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.73%
of home value
Median Home Value
$362,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$9,723
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($9,896) by the median home value ($362,300). In Rahway, NJ, this works out to an effective rate of 2.73%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Rahway, NJ is $585,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 68 days on the market. 54.5% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 4.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $355. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,468/month. About 53.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1961. There are 12,811 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $9,896. The effective tax rate is 2.73%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
1.80
per 1,000 residents
-31% vs national
Property Crime Rate
8.10
per 1,000 residents
-53% vs national
Total Crimes
302
2024
Violent Clearance
49%
cases solved
Property Clearance
11%
cases solved
YoY Change
+7.5%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Rahway Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Rahway vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Rahway 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)Rahway police solve 67% of aggravated assault cases but only 0% of rape 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 | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 9 | 0.29 | 0.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 10 | 0.33 | 30.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 36 | 1.18 | 66.7% |
| Burglary | Property | 31 | 1.02 | 19.4% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 179 | 5.87 | 7.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 37 | 1.21 | 21.6% |
Rahway, NJ reported 55 violent crimes and 247 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 1.80 per 1,000 residents is 30.7% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 49% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 179 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 16.7% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 55 | 247 | 1.80 | 8.10 |
| 2023 | 50 | 313 | 1.68 | 10.50 |
| 2022 | 42 | 295 | 1.39 | 9.78 |
| 2021 | 48 | 190 | 1.53 | 6.06 |
| 2020 | 43 | 201 | 1.43 | 6.67 |
| 2019 | 32 | 157 | 1.06 | 5.22 |
| 2018 | 34 | 245 | 1.13 | 8.14 |
| 2017 | 38 | 295 | 1.27 | 9.86 |
| 2016 | 37 | 348 | 1.24 | 11.68 |
| 2015 | 54 | 337 | 1.88 | 11.72 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
95.5
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
94.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
55.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
30.3
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
$95.9M
Individual Assistance
$274.8M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
9 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | $37.4M | $87.3M |
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $16.1M | $15.1M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Severe Storm | Mar 2016 | $2.7M | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | $27.0M | $20.5M |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Severe Storm → | Severe Storm | Nov 2011 | $3.0M | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $7.8M | $33.6M |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Feb 2011 | $2.0M | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2010 | — | $1.2M |
| Severe Storms and Inland and Coastal Flo… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2007 | — | $2.0M |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Power Outage → | Other | Sep 2003 | — | — |
| 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 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 41 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
7,498
Total Claims Paid
$163,682,831
Avg Claim Payout
$21,830
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
37
Federal Funding
$9,449,245
Properties Protected
40
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.60
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 19 | $1,179,300 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 4 | $4,698,705 |
| 601.1: Generators | 3 | $275,000 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular; 602.1: Other Equipment Purchase and Installation | 2 | $292,448 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $489,990 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Rahway 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, lightning. The area has had 30 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (9 declarations). 7,498 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $95,918,629 in public assistance recovery funding. $274,830,841 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 37 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
30.3%
5.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
14.5%
9.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.1%
0.8pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.9%
3.3pp 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
36.4%
Arthritis
19.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.1%
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
15.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
14.5%
Loneliness
34.5%
Lack of Support
28.0%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
24.9%
Mobility
11.2%
Cognitive
12.1%
Hearing
4.9%
Vision
5.2%
Self-Care
3.6%
Independent Living
7.0%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Rahway has an obesity rate of 30.3%, which is 5.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 14.5%, 9.0pp below the national average. About 13.9% of adults lack health insurance. 77.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
In city
Robert Wood Johnson University...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital At Rahway | In city | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Raritan Bay Medical Center | 6.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Newark Beth Israel Medical Center | 8.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Overlook Medical Center | 8.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Summit Oaks Hospital | 8.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
27,300
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| RAHWAY WATER DEPARTMENT | 27,300 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
2
Total CO₂e
601.0K MT
Top Emitter
UNION COUNTY RESOURCE RECOVERY FACILITY
512.7K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
UNION COUNTY RESOURCE RECOVERY FACILITY Covanta Holding Corp | Waste | 512,672 |
MERCK SHARP & DOHME LLC - RAHWAY Merck & Co Inc | Chemicals | 88,290 |
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. 2 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 601.0K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
28 min
+18% vs national
Drive Alone
60.5%
-23% vs national
Public Transit
10.9%
+1112% vs national
Work From Home
14.7%
+58% vs national
Carpool
11.3%
Walk / Bike
0.7%
combined
How Rahway's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
3
2023
4-Year Avg
3
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
2
Nighttime
2
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Rahway, NJ is 28 minutes, which is 17.9% above the national average of 23 minutes. 60.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 14.7% work from home, which is above the NJ state average of 12.2%. Public transit is used by 10.9% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 11.3% of workers carpool. In 2023, there were 3 traffic fatalities from 3 fatal crashes. 2 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
89.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
71.8%
of households
No Internet
8.6%
of households
Total Households
12,155
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
89.9%
of households
Smartphone
86.7%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
80.0%
of households
Tablet
63.4%
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
+1% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
14.6¢
per kWh
-5% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
11.9¢
per kWh
+0% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$128
residential
-13% vs 25,000 - 50,000 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).
Rahway vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). 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
27,300
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAHWAY WATER DEPARTMENT | Community | Surface water | 27,300 | 0 |
89.4% of households in Rahway have broadband internet access. 71.8% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 15.5% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 8.6% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 27,300 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. Rahway is located in Union County, NJ. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Rahway.
Election Overview
Source: Union County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
147,327
61.2%
GOP Votes
89,063
37.0%
Total Votes
240,632
Margin
D+24.2%
Shift from 2020
R+11.3pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 147,327 | 89,063 | 240,632 | 61.2% | 37.0% | D+24.2 |
| 2020 | 170,245 | 80,002 | 254,041 | 67.0% | 31.5% | D+35.5 |
| 2016 | 145,412 | 67,582 | 219,385 | 66.3% | 30.8% | D+35.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Union County recorded 240,632 total votes. Democrats won the county with 61.2% of the vote compared to 37.0% for Republicans, a margin of D+24.2%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+11.3pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Union County has shifted 11.3 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
137
Total Assets
$426.7M
Total Income
$2.0B
Per 10K Residents
46.1
nonprofits
-25.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
16
Median Assets
$559K
Oldest Active
1946
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $416.3M of $426.7M 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 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Rahway
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFRahway, NJ has 137 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $426.7M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 24 organizations. 16 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 46.1 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1946.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
190
Total Approved
$96.3M
Jobs Supported
1,996
Per 10K Residents
63.9
SBA loans
-36.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
55
Top Lender
TD Bank, National Association
33 loans
Top Industry
Wholesale Trade
Data Span
1993–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
180
Total Amount
$82.9M
Avg Loan
$460,556
Median Loan
$195,000
SBA Guaranteed
$61.4M(74%)
Jobs Supported
1,899
Loans
10
Total Amount
$13.4M
Avg Loan
$1,343,300
Median Loan
$756,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
52
27% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$43.9M
46% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$844,340
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| A & Y Brothers Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Astro Precision Tool & Machine Llc | 2 | $4.1M |
| Rihh Llc | 2 | $3.6M |
| Bbq Trading Llc | 1 | $3.6M |
| Super Quality Trading Llc | 1 | $3.6M |
| 902 E Hazelwood Llc | 1 | $3.6M |
| Glasco Inc | 2 | $3.2M |
| Family Hospitality Llc | 1 | $3.2M |
| Cerulean Equity L.l.c. | 1 | $3.2M |
| Sunrise Pharmaceutical Inc. | 1 | $3.0M |
Rahway, NJ has received 190 SBA loans totaling $96.3M in approved funding between 1993 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 180 loans (95% of the total), supporting 1,899 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 10 loans totaling $13.4M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Wholesale Trade. The most active SBA lender in Rahway is TD Bank, National Association with 33 loans. That works out to 63.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
65
Total Population
1,707,310
Avg Median Income
-$10,143,614
Avg Home Value
-$9,728,723
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07001 | 17,143 | $95,935 | $351,200 | $1,839 | 3.7 |
| 07002 | 70,468 | $81,285 | $446,100 | $1,593 | 5.8 |
| 07008 | 25,220 | $87,712 | $370,100 | $2,012 | 4.4 |
| 07016 | 23,841 | $148,629 | $635,800 | $2,116 | 4.8 |
| 07023 | 7,714 | $176,667 | $610,600 | $2,368 | 1.3 |
| 07027 | 4,688 | $100,948 | $509,800 | $1,603 | 0.7 |
| 07033 | 8,339 | $126,295 | $521,100 | $2,119 | 2.1 |
| 07036 | 45,101 | $89,942 | $385,100 | $1,622 | 10.9 |
| 07040 | 25,406 | $167,428 | $684,600 | $2,184 | 3.9 |
| 07041 | 7,610 | $220,923 | $935,900 | $1,969 | 1.3 |
| 07060 | 47,560 | $72,882 | $369,400 | $1,629 | 5.0 |
| 07062 | 15,018 | $92,711 | $374,200 | $1,794 | 1.9 |
| 07063 | 14,533 | $89,840 | $363,000 | $1,742 | 1.8 |
| 07064 | 3,742 | $143,194 | $415,500 | N/A | 1.3 |
| 07065 | 29,748 | $90,852 | $362,300 | $1,764 | 3.9 |
| 07066 | 15,410 | $122,610 | $570,400 | $1,793 | 4.4 |
| 07067 | 18,294 | $134,301 | $473,200 | $1,964 | 4.0 |
| 07069 | 6,545 | $166,693 | $838,000 | $2,571 | 6.3 |
| 07076 | 24,667 | $173,564 | $696,900 | $1,816 | 9.0 |
| 07077 | 3,196 | $106,926 | $414,900 | $1,382 | 1.5 |
| 07078 | 14,183 | $250,001 | $1,627,300 | $3,363 | 8.0 |
| 07079 | 18,369 | $184,769 | $808,100 | $2,067 | 2.9 |
| 07080 | 24,215 | $126,161 | $444,100 | $1,928 | 8.2 |
| 07081 | 16,984 | $146,059 | $590,600 | $2,135 | 5.2 |
| 07083 | 57,036 | $118,106 | $425,600 | $1,938 | 8.7 |
| 07088 | 3,083 | $92,041 | $343,700 | $2,046 | 0.3 |
| 07090 | 30,760 | $212,700 | $930,500 | $2,211 | 6.7 |
| 07092 | 6,967 | $210,100 | $755,600 | $3,501 | 4.0 |
| 07095 | 20,086 | $99,718 | $361,200 | $2,077 | 4.6 |
| 07106 | 35,999 | $48,105 | $321,400 | $1,221 | 1.4 |
| 07108 | 28,317 | $33,960 | $326,900 | $1,098 | 1.4 |
| 07111 | 60,334 | $59,232 | $291,500 | $1,324 | 2.9 |
| 07112 | 27,633 | $55,171 | $306,100 | $1,334 | 1.4 |
| 07114 | 12,658 | $34,167 | $384,700 | $616 | 7.9 |
| 07201 | 27,725 | $62,026 | $413,000 | $1,476 | 6.4 |
| 07202 | 44,638 | $68,071 | $358,000 | $1,508 | 2.3 |
| 07203 | 22,455 | $82,967 | $336,500 | $1,499 | 2.6 |
| 07204 | 13,965 | $104,418 | $405,800 | $1,585 | 1.2 |
| 07205 | 22,179 | $98,558 | $363,200 | $1,712 | 2.8 |
| 07206 | 31,120 | $60,992 | $339,200 | $1,543 | 1.8 |
| 07208 | 32,404 | $61,873 | $425,600 | $1,364 | 1.8 |
| 07901 | 24,502 | $177,986 | $958,700 | $2,209 | 6.3 |
| 07922 | 11,971 | $179,006 | $697,000 | $1,986 | 5.6 |
| 07974 | 12,737 | $168,860 | $726,000 | $2,042 | 4.0 |
| 08817 | 47,924 | $109,734 | $411,100 | $1,946 | 10.6 |
| 08820 | 39,392 | $168,453 | $597,700 | $1,925 | 10.4 |
| 08830 | 19,151 | $112,615 | $394,200 | $2,051 | 3.2 |
| 08832 | 2,793 | $65,948 | $328,100 | $1,643 | 2.2 |
| 08837 | 19,954 | $107,948 | $432,500 | $1,778 | 9.1 |
| 08840 | 17,934 | $150,938 | $517,700 | $1,994 | 3.2 |
| 08861 | 58,264 | $60,464 | $340,900 | $1,623 | 5.1 |
| 08863 | 13,052 | $116,250 | $414,100 | $1,976 | 1.7 |
| 08879 | 23,263 | $98,000 | $377,700 | $1,633 | 7.1 |
| 10301 | 39,799 | $84,937 | $657,000 | $1,697 | 3.8 |
| 10302 | 19,693 | $76,089 | $586,300 | $1,800 | 1.2 |
| 10303 | 25,993 | $79,429 | $457,600 | $1,520 | 3.2 |
| 10304 | 45,843 | $71,506 | $659,900 | $1,516 | 3.5 |
| 10306 | 57,249 | $97,746 | $675,400 | $1,743 | 7.2 |
| 10307 | 14,821 | $138,807 | $799,100 | $1,618 | 1.6 |
| 10308 | 29,996 | $122,654 | $648,800 | $1,729 | 2.2 |
| 10309 | 34,918 | $123,638 | $745,500 | $1,907 | 7.3 |
| 10310 | 25,824 | $106,118 | $623,300 | $1,638 | 1.8 |
| 10311 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 10312 | 63,345 | $111,434 | $698,900 | $1,911 | 6.9 |
| 10314 | 93,539 | $104,655 | $665,500 | $1,726 | 13.0 |
Rahway, NJ has 65 ZIP codes with a combined population of 1,707,310. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$10,143,614. The average median home value is -$9,728,723. The average median monthly rent is -$20,511,051.
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