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Newark is a city located in Essex County New Jersey. Newark has a 2024 population of 300,075. Newark is currently declining at a rate of -0.87% annually and its population has decreased by -3.39% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 310,613 in 2020.
The average household income in Newark is $64,251 with a poverty rate of 24.44%. The median age in Newark is 34.7 years: 33.5 years for males, and 36.2 years for females.
Newark is notable for many reasons, beginning with its history dating back to the 1600s. Newark is one of the oldest cities in the US. The city is also home to one of the busiest airports in the US and has a significant number of company headquarters and higher educations institutions that are known nationwide.
Newark Population Statistics
Despite revitalization, poverty remains a problem and has led to residents moving to other areas, resulting in population losses.
Newark Population Growth
Newark saw population growth through the 1800s into the 1930s. However, losses in the population were recorded during the 1940 census. Racial tensions contributed to further losses throughout the years, with the population dropping from over 442,000 in 1930 to over 281,000 today. Population losses have slowed in recent years, and growth was recorded between the 2000 and 2010 census, although it was just 1.3%. Since the last poll was taken, the numbers have increased by 1.7%, suggesting that perhaps the population is on an upswing again.
Newark is one of the oldest cities in the United States. It was first settled by Puritans in 1666. In 1693, it was designated as a township. It was not incorporated as a city until 1836.
It is believed that the name was derived from “New Ark” or “New Work,” although others believe that the name was derived from the English city of Newark-on-Trent due to the influence of the pastor Abraham Pierson. During the 19th and 20th centuries, the city saw explosive population growth. However, in the latter part of the 20th century, the Newark riots led to a decline in population. However, the city has since rebounded following its revitalization efforts that began during the 1990s.
The city is divided into five different political wards: East, West, North South and Central. There are multiple neighborhoods throughout each district showcasing the diversity of this city, which is home to the oldest county park in the nation and is also the location of headquarters of international corporations including Panasonic, Audible.com, IDT, and Prudential. The city is also known for its colleges and universities, including Rutgers and the New Jersey Institute of Technology.
Newark Demographics
According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Newark was:
- Black or African American: 47.03%
- Other race: 19.78%
- White: 19.65%
- Two or more races: 11.09%
- Asian: 2.01%
- Native American: 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.03%
State
New Jersey
County
Essex County
Land Area (mi²)
24.1
sq mi
Density (mi²)
12,428.90
/sq mi
Growth Since 2020
-3.39% (
-10,538
)
The current population of Newark, New Jersey is 300,075 based on our projections of the latest US Census estimates.The last official US Census in 2020 recorded the population at 310,613.
Population by Race
Black or African American
Other race
White
Two or more races
Asian
Native American
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander
Newark Population by Race
Newark Population Pyramid 2024
Newark Median Age
34.7
Total
33.5
Male
36.2
Female
Newark Adults
There are 233,343 adults, (33,503 of whom are seniors) in Newark.
Newark Sex Ratio
| Female | 155,029 | 50.44% |
| Male | 152,326 | 49.56% |
Newark Population by Age
Newark Renter vs Owner Occupied by Household Type
Household Type | Count | Average Size | Owner | Renter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 112,635 | 2.61 | 23.9 | 76.1 |
| Non Family | 44,538 | 1.17 | 17.3 | 82.7 |
| Married | 31,700 | 3.63 | 38.8 | 61.2 |
| Female | 26,984 | 3.54 | 18 | 82 |
| Male | 9,413 | 3.32 | 22.2 | 77.8 |
3.41
Average Family Size
2.61
Average Household Size
23.9%
Rate of Home Ownership
Married
Male
Female
NonFamily
owner
renter
Newark Households and Families
Male
Female
Less Than 9th Grade
9th to 12th Grade
High School Graduate
Some College
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Graduate Degree
Newark Educational Attainment by Sex (over 25)
Newark Educational Attainment by Race
High School Graduation Rate
Bachelors Rate
The highest rate of high school graduation is among black people with a rate of 85.3%.
The highest rate of bachelors degrees is among islander people with a rate of 80%.
Newark Educational Attainment by Race
All
Male
Female
$35,680
Average Earnings
$40,988
Average Male
$30,802
Average Female
Newark Earnings by Educational Attainment
Newark Language by Age
Only English
Spanish
Other Indo-European Languages
Asian and Pacific Island Languages
Other Languages
Newark Language
49.47% of Newark residents speak only English, while 50.53% speak other languages. The non-English language spoken by the largest group is Spanish, which is spoken by 32.8% of the population.
Newark Language
Newark Poverty by Race
rate
24.44%
Overall Poverty Rate
21.75%
Male Poverty Rate
26.98%
Female Poverty Rate
Poverty in Newark
The race most likely to be in poverty in Newark is Asian, with 26.6% below the poverty level.
The race least likely to be in poverty in Newark is White, with 17.34% below the poverty level.
The poverty rate among those that worked full-time for the past 12 months was 3.98%. Among those working part-time, it was 24.17%, and for those that did not work, the poverty rate was 39.35%.
Newark Poverty
rate
Newark Poverty Rate by Education
rate
Newark Poverty Rate by Employment Status and Sex
Newark Income by Household Type
Households
Families
MarriedFamilies
NonFamilies
mean
median
Income by Household Type
Newark Marital Status
Married
Widowed
Divorced
Separated
NeverMarried
Marriage Rates
31.0%
Overall Marriage Rate
33.7%
Male Marriage Rate
28.5%
Female Marriage Rate
Newark Married by Age and Sex
male
female
Newark Marriage
The age group where males are most likely to be married is 45-54, while the female age group most likely to be married is 45-54.
Newark Marital Status by Race
Married
Widowed
Divorced
Separated
NeverMarried
Newark Marital Status
Second Gulf War
First Gulf War
Vietnam
Korea
World War II
Newark Veterans by War
count
Newark Veterans by Age
count
Newark Veterans by Race
Newark Veterans by Education
Less Than 9th Grade
High School Graduate
Some College
Bachelors or Greater
17.6%
Veteran Poverty Rate
30.1%
Veteran Disability Rate
Newark Veterans by Education
LaborForceParticipation
Newark Employment by Age
LaborForceParticipation
Newark Employment by Race
LaborForceParticipation
Newark Employment by Education
Origin of Non-Citizens
Non citizens include legal permanent residents (green card holders), international students, temporary workers, humanitarian migrants, and illegal immigrants.
Origin of Naturalized Citizens
Europe
Asia
Africa
Oceania
Latin America
North America
47.28%
Born in Newark
65.29%
Native Born
34.71%
Foreign Born
20.38%
Non Citizen
14.33%
Naturalized
Place of Birth
65.29% of Newark residents were born in the United States, with 47.28% having been born in New Jersey. 20.38% of residents are not US citizens. Of those not born in the United States, the largest percentage are from Latin America.
Newark Place of Birth
Note: data after 2022 is projected based on recent change
Year | Population | Growth | Growth Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2029 | 286,902 | -2,635 | -0.91% |
| 2028 | 289,537 | -2,634 | -0.9% |
| 2027 | 292,171 | -2,635 | -0.89% |
| 2026 | 294,806 | -2,634 | -0.89% |
| 2025 | 297,440 | -2,635 | -0.88% |
| 2024 | 300,075 | -2,634 | -0.87% |
| 2023 | 302,709 | -2,635 | -0.86% |
| 2022 | 305,344 | -1,968 | -0.64% |
| 2021 | 307,312 | -3,301 | -1.06% |
| 2020 | 310,613 | 27,710 | 9.79% |
| 2019 | 282,903 | 680 | 0.24% |
| 2018 | 282,223 | 883 | 0.31% |
| 2017 | 281,340 | 728 | 0.26% |
| 2016 | 280,612 | 1,128 | 0.4% |
| 2015 | 279,484 | 719 | 0.26% |
| 2014 | 278,765 | 824 | 0.3% |
| 2013 | 277,941 | 518 | 0.19% |
| 2012 | 277,423 | 13 | 0% |
| 2011 | 277,410 | 421 | 0.15% |
| 2010 | 276,989 | 0 | 0% |
| 2000 | 273,546 | -1,675 | -0.61% |
| 1990 | 275,221 | -54,027 | -16.41% |
| 1980 | 329,248 | -52,682 | -13.79% |
| 1970 | 381,930 | -23,290 | -5.75% |
| 1960 | 405,220 | -33,556 | -7.65% |
| 1950 | 438,776 | 9,016 | 2.1% |
| 1940 | 429,760 | -12,577 | -2.84% |
| 1930 | 442,337 | 27,813 | 6.71% |
| 1920 | 414,524 | 67,055 | 19.3% |
| 1910 | 347,469 | 101,399 | 41.21% |
| 1900 | 246,070 | 64,240 | 35.33% |
| 1890 | 181,830 | 45,322 | 33.2% |
| 1880 | 136,508 | 31,449 | 29.93% |
| 1870 | 105,059 | 33,118 | 46.03% |
| 1860 | 71,941 | 33,047 | 84.97% |
| 1850 | 38,894 | 21,604 | 124.95% |
| 1840 | 17,290 | 6,337 | 57.86% |
| 1830 | 10,953 | -275,949 | -96.18% |
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