Paterson, NJ Demographics & ZIP Codes
Paterson, New Jersey demographics and median household income by ZIP code (in Passaic County) — 9 ZIP codes — population 157,626 — median income $55,341 — avg. home value $332,763. Compare income, housing, and population across ZIP codes on US5.
Paterson demographics
Paterson, New Jersey covers 9 ZIP codes primarily in Passaic County, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 157,626.
Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 34.3 years.
Median household income in Paterson
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Paterson, New Jersey is about $55,341 — about 53% below the NJ ZIP average ($118,570), and about 26% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 07502 is near the top at about $68,649, while 07505 is near the bottom at about $33,311.
Housing in Paterson
For housing in Paterson, New Jersey, the average median home value is about $332,763 and the average median rent is about $1,262.
The most populous ZIP in this set is 07501 (about 35,321 residents). Use the table below to compare population, income, and home values across codes.
ZIP codes in Paterson
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07501 | Paterson | Passaic County | NJ | 35,321 | $40,699 | $304,400 |
| 07522 | Paterson | Passaic County | NJ | 22,599 | $48,002 | $264,000 |
| 07503 | Paterson | Passaic County | NJ | 19,567 | $60,295 | $314,900 |
| 07514 | Paterson | Passaic County | NJ | 18,912 | $65,492 | $314,400 |
| 07502 | Paterson | Passaic County | NJ | 17,488 | $68,649 | $347,200 |
| 07524 | Paterson | Passaic County | NJ | 14,676 | $50,033 | $360,200 |
| 07504 | Paterson | Passaic County | NJ | 13,485 | $67,269 | $369,600 |
| 07513 | Paterson | Passaic County | NJ | 10,961 | $64,320 | $387,400 |
| 07505 | Paterson | Passaic County | NJ | 4,617 | $33,311 | — |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Paterson?
Paterson, New Jersey has a combined ZIP-area population of about 157,626 across 9 ZIP codes (primarily Passaic County). Browse the ZIP table below for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Paterson?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Paterson, New Jersey is about $55,341, about 53% below the state ZIP average ($118,570), and about 26% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $332,763. Among ZIPs with data, 07502 is near the top ($68,649) and 07505 is near the bottom ($33,311).
How many ZIP codes are in Paterson?
Paterson, New Jersey includes 9 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Paterson?
This page lists ZIP codes in Paterson, New Jersey with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.