Paterson, New Jersey

US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates ยท 2022

NJMajor City

Paterson Demographics Overview

Total Population
157,864
ACS 2022 estimate
Median Household Income
$52,092
Annual household income
โ–ผ 30% vs US avg
Median Home Value
$314,100
Owner-occupied homes
โ–ฒ 11% vs US avg
Median Gross Rent
$1,392
Monthly rent (incl. utilities)
โ–ฒ 20% vs US avg
Median Age
33.1 years
Median age of residents
โ–ผ 15% vs US avg

Income & Economy

Median Household Income
$52,092
US avg: $74,580
vs. National Median-30.2%

Housing

Median Home Value
$314,100
US avg: $281,900
Median Gross Rent
$1,392/mo
US avg: $1,163/mo
Rent vs. National Avg+19.7%

Population

Total Population157,864
Median Age
33.1 years
US avg: 38.9 yrs

Data Source

Data for Paterson comes from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, covering the period 2018โ€“2022.

The ACS 5-Year estimates provide the most reliable demographic statistics available, especially for smaller communities, by pooling 5 years of survey data.

Learn more about the ACS โ†’

Paterson, NJ โ€” Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Paterson demographics

What is the population of Paterson, New Jersey?

According to the US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2022), the population of Paterson, New Jersey is 157,864.

What is the median household income in Paterson?

The median household income in Paterson, New Jersey is $52,092 per year, according to the 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates. The US national median household income is approximately $74,580.

What is the cost of living in Paterson?

Key cost indicators for Paterson, New Jersey:. Median home value: $314,100. Median gross rent: $1,392/month. Median household income: $52,092/year

What is the median home value in Paterson?

The median home value in Paterson, New Jersey is $314,100, compared to the national median of approximately $281,900.

What is the average age in Paterson?

The median age in Paterson, New Jersey is 33.1 years, compared to the US national median age of approximately 38.9 years.

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Paterson, NJ Demographics - Population, Income & Housing (2022)