West New York, NJ Local Data & Statistics

State: NJ

Total population: 52,004 Household income: $71,729 Rent: $1,716

Overview

Total population

52,004

Rent

$1,716

Year built

1966

Household income

$71,729

Per capita income

$40,965

Poverty rate

19.4%

Unemployment rate

3.6%

Household size

2.5 persons

Rent over 30% of income

53.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

New Jersey

Total population

52,004

Adults over 25

36,962

Total households

20,453

Household size

2.5 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$71,729

Per capita income

$40,965

Poverty rate

19.4%

Unemployment rate

3.6%

Rent over 30% of income

53.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,716

Year built

1966

Households that rent

77%

Households that own

23%

Rooms per home (all homes)

3.7

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

20.1%

Black

4.2%

Asian

Two or more races

32%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

75.9%

Not Hispanic or Latino

24.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

86.3%

Commute time to work

35 mins

Work from home

13.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

32.3%

High school graduate or GED

25.9%

Some college or associate degree

8.3%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

33.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of West New York, NJ with: New Jersey United States

West New York, NJ

Total population52,004

Rent$1,716

Year built1966

Household income$71,729

Per capita income$40,965

Poverty rate19.4%

Unemployment rate3.6%

New Jersey State

Total population9,343,809

Rent$1,720

Year built1970

Household income$103,556

Per capita income$54,253

Poverty rate9.7%

Unemployment rate4.5%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	TownWest New York, NJ	StateNew Jersey	CountryUnited States
Total population	52,004	9,343,809	334,922,499
Rent	$1,716	$1,720	$1,413
Year built	1966	1970	1980
Household income	$71,729	$103,556	$80,734
Per capita income	$40,965	$54,253	$44,673
Poverty rate	19.4%	9.7%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	3.6%	4.5%	4%

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Summary for West New York, NJ

West New York is located in New Jersey.

Rent & Income

In West New York, the typical monthly rent is $1,716 and the typical household income is $71,729. Rent here is similar to New Jersey and higher than the U.S., and household income is lower than both New Jersey and the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 19.4%, which is higher than in both New Jersey and national.

Housing & Affordability

Most households in this area are renters (77%), making this a heavily renter area. About 53.2% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 33.5% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is lower than both New Jersey and the national rate.

West New York, NJ — Rent vs Household Income

West New York, NJ — Poverty vs Unemployment

How West New York, NJ compares in New Jersey (17 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,716	13 / 17	from lower rent	$1,226 – $2,938
Household income	$71,729	6 / 17	from higher income	$40,546 – $180,579
Poverty rate	19.4%	9 / 17	from lower poverty	7.8% – 32%
Unemployment rate	3.6%	2 / 17	from lower unemployment	2.4% – 8.6%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in New Jersey with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for West New York, NJ

Rent

West New York ranks 13th out of 17 large places in New Jersey for rent. Statewide rents range from $1,226 in Camden, NJ to $2,938 in Hoboken, NJ.

Household income

West New York ranks 6th among 17 large places for typical household income. Statewide values run from $40,546 in Camden, NJ to $180,579 in Hoboken, NJ.

Poverty rate

Poverty levels put West New York in 9th place among 17 significant areas. Across New Jersey, poverty ranges between 7.8% and 32%.

Unemployment rate

West New York places 2nd among 17 large communities for unemployment. Statewide figures run from 2.4% to 8.6%.

💰 Rent in West New York, NJ (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,716 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in West New York, NJ

Annual Household Income: $71,729

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in West New York, NJ

Estimated Rate: 19.4%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in West New York, NJ

In West New York, NJ, households that rent: 15,759 (77%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	15,759	77%
Owner-Occupied	4,694	23%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in West New York, NJ

In West New York, NJ, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 8,386 (53.2%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	8,386	53.2%
Other renter households	7,373	46.8%
Total renter households	15,759	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in West New York, NJ

Less than High School: 11,928 people (32.3%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 9,581 people (25.9%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 3,085 people (8.3%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 12,368 people (33.5%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 36,962

📊 Unemployment Rate in West New York, NJ

Estimated Rate: 3.6%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.