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Gloucester County, New Jersey
Gloucester County, New Jersey. Gloucester County had 312,638 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 3.4% since 2020, faster than New Jersey (+2.8%). It holds 41 places (11 cities, villages and boroughs, 13 towns and townships and 17 census-designated) and 69 census tracts. GEOID 34015.
Gloucester County is one of the 11 counties of the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
312,638
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 302,294 · ACS 2020-2024: 306,954
Median household income
$105,115
±$2,579 (90% margin)
New Jersey: $103,556
Median home value
$310,400
±$4,245 (90% margin)
New Jersey: $454,400
Median gross rent
$1,531
±$56 (90% margin)
New Jersey: $1,720
How many people live in Gloucester County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 302,294 residents in Gloucester County. The Census Bureau estimates 312,638 for July 1, 2025, up 3.4% since 2020, faster than New Jersey (+2.8%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 306,954 over 322 square miles of land.
| Measure | Gloucester County | New Jersey | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 306,954 | 9,343,809 | +15,789 |
| Households | 112,545±623 | 3,507,701 | +7,637 |
| Average household size | 2.67±0.01 | 2.62 | −0.06 |
| Housing units | 117,915±117 | 3,791,354 | +4,430 |
Gloucester County's population since 2000
From 254,673 in 2000 to 312,638 in 2025: up 22.8%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Gloucester County?
Gloucester County holds 41 places: 11 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 13 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 17 census-designated places. The largest is Washington Township, Gloucester County with 49,840 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Washington Township, Gloucester County | 48,677 | $114,249 |
|---|---|---|
| Monroe Township, Gloucester County | 37,117 | $96,980 |
| Deptford Township | 31,977 | $91,706 |
| Glassboro | 23,149 | $87,278 |
| West Deptford Township | 22,197 | $93,895 |
| Franklin Township, Gloucester County | 16,380 | $110,197 |
| Mantua Township | 15,235 | $121,875 |
| Williamstown | 15,082 | $89,414 |
| Harrison Township | 13,641 | $165,927 |
| Woolwich Township | 12,577 | $157,778 |
| East Greenwich Township | 11,706 | $148,814 |
| Woodbury | 9,963 | $77,028 |
| Clayton | 8,807 | $90,274 |
| Pitman | 8,780 | $98,489 |
| Paulsboro | 6,196 | $64,239 |
| Logan Township | 6,000 | $114,355 |
| Greenwich Township, Gloucester County | 4,917 | $92,128 |
| Beckett | 4,834 | $115,363 |
| Mullica Hill | 4,698 | $131,250 |
| Elk Township | 4,424 | $141,382 |
| Westville | 4,264 | $70,639 |
| Gibbstown | 3,822 | $91,250 |
| Turnersville | 3,594 | $145,104 |
| RichwoodGEOID 3462820 | 3,577 | $216,196 |
| Oak Valley | 3,497 | $93,472 |
| South Harrison Township | 3,395 | $139,773 |
| SewellGEOID 3466750 | 3,346 | $140,600 |
| Woodbury Heights | 3,098 | $123,083 |
| National Park | 3,026 | $82,838 |
| Thorofare | 2,806 | $88,438 |
| Swedesboro | 2,711 | $88,542 |
| MickletonGEOID 3445780 | 2,285 | $113,463 |
| Wenonah | 2,283 | $131,667 |
| Victory LakesGEOID 3475920 | 1,999 | $89,907 |
| FranklinvilleGEOID 3425050 | 1,927 | $122,179 |
| Newfield | 1,774 | $104,107 |
| MalagaGEOID 3442840 | 1,475 | $107,553 |
| Mount RoyalGEOID 3449200 | 777 | not published |
| GrenlochGEOID 3428380 | 863 | $148,068 |
| BridgeportGEOID 3407570 | 389 | $156,583 |
| HarrisonvilleGEOID 3430270 | 306 | $75,455 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Gloucester County?
The median resident of Gloucester County is 40.1 years old; 21.3% are under 18 and 16.9% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 74.3%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 10.2%. 6.1% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Gloucester County | New Jersey | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40.1±0.3 | 40.1 | −0.4 |
| Under 18 years | 21.3%±0.1 pts | 21.8% | – |
| 65 years and over | 16.9%±0.1 pts | 17.2% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 8.3% | 22.5% | +2.1 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 74.3%±0.2 pts | 50.9% | −4.2 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 10.2%±0.3 pts | 12.2% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 3.1%±0.1 pts | 10.0% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.6%±0.4 pts | 3.5% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.1 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 6.1%±0.4 pts | 23.9% | +0.6 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 10.1%±0.6 pts | 33.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 5.6%±0.4 pts | 3.7% | – |
| With a disability | 13.3%±0.6 pts | 10.8% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 4.0%±0.4 pts | 7.5% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 94.0%±0.5 pts | 90.7% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 36.8%±0.8 pts | 43.6% | +3.8 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 12.6%±0.7 pts | 17.6% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.7%±0.2 pts | 1.8% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Gloucester County earn?
Half of Gloucester County's 112,545 households earn less than $105,115 a year (±$2,579), against $103,556 in New Jersey. In 2015-2019 it was $107,419 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Gloucester County | New Jersey | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $105,115±$2,579 | $103,556 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $129,419±$2,699 | $143,363 | – |
| Per capita income | $48,631±$915 | $54,253 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 7.7%±0.6 pts | 9.7% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 8.9%±1.6 pts | 13.0% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 6.6%±0.6 pts | 9.1% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 93.0%±0.7 pts | 92.8% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Gloucester County?
Owners occupy 80.1% of Gloucester County's occupied homes and renters 19.9%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $310,400 by its owner (±$4,245). The median renter pays $1,531 a month including utilities, and 43.9% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Gloucester County | New Jersey | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $310,400±$4,245 | $454,400 | +$40,017 |
| Median gross rent | $1,531±$56 | $1,720 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 43.9%±2.9 pts | 42.7% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $2,330±$22 | $2,829 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 80.1%±0.8 pts | 63.8% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 117,915±117 | 3,791,354 | +4,430 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.5%±0.2 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 3.9%±1.1 pts | 3.5% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 73.1%±0.8 pts | 52.6% | – |
| Mobile homes | 2.3%±0.3 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.1%±0.2 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 10.0%±0.7 pts | 17.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Gloucester County building?
Builders took permits for 921 new housing units across Gloucester County in 2025 (706 single-family), 2.9 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Gloucester County get to work?
74.6% of Gloucester County's workers drive alone and 14.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 28.2 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.3%.
| Measure | Gloucester County | New Jersey | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 66.3%±0.7 pts | 66.4% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.3%±0.4 pts | 6.3% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 74.6%±1.1 pts | 62.2% | – |
| Carpooled | 6.3%±0.6 pts | 7.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 1.3%±0.3 pts | 8.1% | – |
| Walked | 1.6%±0.3 pts | 2.6% | – |
| Worked from home | 14.9%±0.9 pts | 16.8% | +10.9 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 28.2 min±0.6 | 30.5 min | −2.5 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Gloucester County's census tracts?
Gloucester County is divided into 69 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $44,167 (Tract 5010.02) to $203,360 (Tract 5006.02).
All 69 census tracts of Gloucester County, with their figures
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Gloucester County compare with New Jersey's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 14th of 21 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 5th of 21 |
| Residents per square mile | 13th of 21 |
| Median household income | 9th of 21 |
| Median home value | 17th of 21 |
| Median gross rent | 14th of 21 |
| Poverty rate | 14th of 21 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 14th of 21 |
| Median age | 13th of 21 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
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