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What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

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Sayreville, NJ

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

45,838population

39.9median age

This community is a community of 45,838 with a median age of 39.9. The population is predominantly White (46.9%) with a significant Hispanic/Latino community (21.2%). Median household income is $99,979. 92.5% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 36.6% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 63%, with a median home value of $444,100.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

46.9%21,485

Hispanic/Latino

21.2%9,712

Asian

16.1%7,376

Black

11.5%5,280

Two or More

3.2%1,478

Other

0.7%322

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.3%157

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0.1%28

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

3.7%1,225

High School Diploma

29.5%9,670

Some College (<1 yr)

6.2%2,031

Some College (1+ yr)

9.7%3,164

Associate's Degree

6.8%2,228

Bachelor's Degree

24.5%8,029

Master's Degree

10.5%3,439

Professional Degree

1.1%371

Doctorate

0.4%133

HS or Higher

92.5%

BA or Higher

36.6%

Graduate+

12%

Housingi

$444,100median home value

$1,711median rent

63%homeownership

17,782total units

3.3%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 63%

Renter 37%

Home Values

Under $50K

4.6%495

$50K–$100K

1.7%188

$100K–$150K

0.9%93

$150K–$200K

1.5%159

$200K–$300K

6.4%696

$300K–$500K

49.4%5,348

$500K–$1M

34.5%3,740

$1M+

1%107

Rent Distribution

Under $500

187

$500–$750

$750–$1,000

$1,000–$1,250

386

$1,250–$1,500

1,273

$1,500–$2,000

2,666

$2,000+

1,564

Year Built

2020 or later

0.4%78

2010–2019

4.7%842

2000–2009

8.4%1,502

1990–1999

7.4%1,317

1980–1989

17.7%3,144

1970–1979

15.7%2,793

1960–1969

17.9%3,179

1950–1959

16.8%2,994

1940–1949

2.8%498

1939 or earlier

8.1%1,435

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

81.9%14,078

Electricity

11.4%1,958

Fuel Oil

4.2%726

Bottled/LP Gas

1.2%209

No Fuel

0.7%118

Other

0.5%93

Wood

0%5

Household Economyi

$99,979median household income

$46,069per capita income

6.2%poverty rate

5.8%unemployment

25,859labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

2.5%438

$10K–$15K

1.7%288

$15K–$20K

1.4%233

$20K–$25K

2.8%483

$25K–$30K

2.5%435

$30K–$35K

2.1%367

$35K–$40K

3.2%548

$40K–$45K

3.1%527

$45K–$50K

2.8%475

$50K–$60K

6.5%1,114

$60K–$75K

7.8%1,335

$75K–$100K

13.7%2,354

$100K–$125K

11.1%1,908

$125K–$150K

9%1,544

$150K–$200K

12.9%2,218

$200K+

17%2,920

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

633

Residentsi

1,161

Avg. Tenant Renti

$544/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

30 months

Programs in this community

Public Housing78 homes91% occupied$628/mo rent

Government-owned housing managed by local housing authorities

Housing Choice Vouchers257 homes97% occupied$601/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Project Based Section 8299 homes95% occupied$473/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $99,979/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $30K/yr

83.7%

Very low income$30K–$50K/yr

12.5%

Low income$50K–$80K/yr

3.1%

Moderate / aboveOver $80K/yr

0.7%

Who Receives This Housing

74.5% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

52.9% of subsidized households are minority

22.9% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

52.3% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

15,28133.3%

By Region

Top Countries

India

3,477

Poland

1,543

Philippines

540

China

217

United Kingdom

185

Mexico

169

Korea

147

Germany

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

23,793

Avg. Commutei

30.8 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

24,318

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

901(2.5% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

91.8%Insured

8.2%Uninsured

Sayreville, NJ Population, Income & Demographics 2026