New Brunswick city, New Jersey
New Brunswick city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
New Brunswick city is a geographic entity located in Middlesex County, New Jersey. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 57,133. The land area covers 5.23 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 57,133 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 24.8 yrs | ±0.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 15,676 | ±808 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 16,854 | ±766 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 15,676 | ±808 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,178 | ±279 |
| Median Home Value | $353,800 | ±$13,158 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,814 | ±$56 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,810 | ±$10,751 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,416 | ±$1,674 |
| Poverty Rate | 32% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 15,509 | ±1,702 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.1% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 27,841 | ±1,148 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.1% | ±1.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 57,487 (2024)
ID: 193736
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST
78 BAYARD STREET, NEW BRUNSWICK NJ 08901
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GUS Population: 890,119 (2024)
ID: 170104
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR
75 BAYARD ST, NEW BRUNSWICK NJ 08901-2112
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School New Brunswick | KG-08 | New Brunswick, NJ | |
| Regular School New Brunswick | 09-12 | New Brunswick, NJ | |
| Regular School New Brunswick | 06-08 | New Brunswick, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ | |
| Alternative School Nearby | N | AVENEL, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ROSELLE, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | ELIZABETH, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | HILLSIDE, NJ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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CHILDREN'S SPECIALIZED HOSPITAL
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Childrens | City address association | 200 SOMERSET ST, NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ, 08901 |
(732) 258-7050
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Rutgers University-New Brunswick
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College | 0.8 mi away | 83 Somerset St, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901-1281 |
8484454636
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NEW BRUNSWICK FREE PUB. LIB.
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 60 LIVINGSTON AVENUE, NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ, 08901 |
(201) 745-5108
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ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | ONE ROBERT WOOD JOHNSON PLACE, NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ, 08901 |
(732) 828-3000
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New Brunswick Theological Seminary
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College | 1.0 mi away | 35 Seminary Place, New Brunswick, NJ, 08901-1107 |
7322475241
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HIGHLAND PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 31 N. FIFTH AVENUE, HIGHLAND PARK, NJ, 08904 |
(201) 572-2750
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SAINT PETER'S UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 254 EASTON AVE, NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ, 08901 |
(732) 745-8600
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Chamberlain University-New Jersey
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College | 1.5 mi away | 630 U.S. Highway One, North Brunswick, NJ, 08902 |
7328751300
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NO. BRUNSWICK FREE PUB. LIB.
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 880 HERMANN ROAD, NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ, 08902 |
(201) 246-3545
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Rabbi Jacob Joseph School
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College | 2.6 mi away | One Plainfield Ave, Edison, NJ, 08817-4494 |
7329856533
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at NEW BRUNSWICK 3 SE, NJ US, located 1.5 miles from New Brunswick city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.3° | 22.9° | 31.6° | 3.74" | 8.3" |
| February | 42.8° | 24.0° | 33.4° | 2.97" | 9.3" |
| March | 50.6° | 31.0° | 40.8° | 4.40" | 5.2" |
| April | 62.5° | 40.8° | 51.7° | 3.89" | 0.6" |
| May | 72.1° | 50.6° | 61.3° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.2° | 60.4° | 70.8° | 4.83" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.5° | 65.6° | 76.1° | 4.83" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.7° | 64.0° | 74.3° | 4.66" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.4° | 56.5° | 67.4° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.5° | 44.2° | 55.4° | 4.11" | 0.2" |
| November | 55.5° | 35.2° | 45.4° | 3.40" | 0.5" |
| December | 45.4° | 28.4° | 36.9° | 4.49" | 4.9" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Brunswick city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Highland Park borough | Borough | 1.3 mi | — |
| East Franklin CDP | CDP | 1.5 mi | — |
| Rutgers University-Livingston Campus CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| Voorhees CDP | CDP | 2.5 mi | — |
| Milltown borough | Borough | 2.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3402351210. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.