Rutherford borough, New Jersey
Rutherford borough profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Rutherford borough is a geographic entity located in Bergen County, New Jersey. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 19,132. The land area covers 2.78 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 19,132 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 40 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,875 | ±281 | 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 | 7,129 | ±290 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,875 | ±281 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 254 | ±121 |
| Median Home Value | $603,600 | ±$25,619 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,966 | ±$139 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $143,153 | ±$13,176 |
| Per Capita Income | $62,187 | ±$2,899 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.5% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,014 | ±365 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.2% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 10,306 | ±531 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.5% | ±2.8% |
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: 19,214 (2024)
ID: 130823
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: BOROUGH ADMINISTRATOR
176 PARK AVE, RUTHERFORD NJ 07070-2399
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GUS Population: 978,641 (2024)
ID: 170097
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
1 BERGEN COUNTY PLZ, RM 580, HACKENSACK NJ 07601-7061
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | ASTORIA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | NEW YORK, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | NEW YORK, NY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKLYN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BROOKLYN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BRONX, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BRONX, NY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | LONG ISLAND CITY, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKLYN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKLYN, NY |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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New Jersey City University
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College | 7.7 mi away | 2039 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ, 07305 |
2012002000
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WEST BERGEN BRANCH
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 546 WEST SIDE AVE., JERSEY CITY, NJ, 07304 |
(201) 547-4554
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Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-New York
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College Vocational | 8.4 mi away | 233 Spring St, New York, NY, 10013 |
2128071492
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MILLER BRANCH
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 489 BERGEN AVE., JERSEY CITY, NJ, 07304 |
(201) 547-4551
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CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College
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College | 8.6 mi away | 199 Chambers St, New York, NY, 10007 |
2122208000
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JERSEY CITY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 472 JERSEY AVENUE, JERSEY CITY, NJ, 07302 |
(201) 547-4500
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IE New York College
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College | 8.6 mi away | 64 Wooster Street, New York, NY, 10012 |
6467685300
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JERSEY CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 472 JERSEY AVENUE, JERSEY CITY, NJ, 07302 |
(201) 547-4500
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New York Academy of Art
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College | 8.8 mi away | 111 Franklin St, New York, NY, 10013-2911 |
2129660300
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GLENN D. CUNNINGHAM BRANCH
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 275 MARTIN LUTHER KING DR., JERSEY CITY, NJ, 07305 |
(201) 547-4555
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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 TETERBORO AP, NJ US, located 3.1 miles from Rutherford borough. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.9° | 25.7° | 32.8° | 3.28" | — |
| February | 42.8° | 27.0° | 34.9° | 2.82" | — |
| March | 50.6° | 34.0° | 42.3° | 4.09" | — |
| April | 62.5° | 43.7° | 53.1° | 3.97" | — |
| May | 73.1° | 53.3° | 63.2° | 3.94" | — |
| June | 82.0° | 63.1° | 72.5° | 4.25" | — |
| July | 87.0° | 68.9° | 78.0° | 4.45" | — |
| August | 85.1° | 67.3° | 76.2° | 4.25" | — |
| September | 78.4° | 59.9° | 69.2° | 4.11" | — |
| October | 66.8° | 47.9° | 57.4° | 3.73" | — |
| November | 55.5° | 38.3° | 46.9° | 3.30" | — |
| December | 44.9° | 30.8° | 37.9° | 4.10" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rutherford borough | Borough | 0.0 mi | — |
| East Rutherford borough | Borough | 1.1 mi | — |
| Wallington borough | Borough | 2.3 mi | — |
| Wood-Ridge borough | Borough | 2.3 mi | — |
| Carlstadt borough | Borough | 2.4 mi | — |
| North Arlington borough | Borough | 2.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3400365280. • 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.