Paterson city, New Jersey
Official LSAD Designation: Paterson city • Census GEOID: 3457000
• Passaic County
Paterson city is an incorporated city in Passaic County, New Jersey. According to official records from the Census (2025), Paterson city had an estimated population of 161,793 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Paterson city (GEOID 3457000).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Paterson
Municipal
Official Title:
Mayor
Address:
155 MARKET ST, PATERSON NJ 07505
County Of Passaic
County
Official Title:
Director
Address:
401 GRAND ST, STE 1, PATERSON NJ 07505-2023
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161,793 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $55,997 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $360,100 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 8.41 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).