Little Ferry

NJ

Bergen County, New Jersey

Population 962K |Median income $124,884 |7 hospitals

Population
962,316
Bergen County
Median Income
$124,884
+84% vs avg
Median Home Value
$623,000
+174% vs avg
Median Age
42
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
962K+5%
Median Income
$124,884+49%
Median Home Value
$623,000+38%
Poverty Rate
6.8%-6%
Unemployment
5.8%-24%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,914/mo
Poverty Rate
6.8% -52% vs avg
Unemployment 5.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 53.1%
Work From Home 18.5%
Public Transit 10.4%

Population

White 55.1%
Asian 16.9%
African American 5.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
38.7%
High Blood Pressure
32.5%
Obesity
25.6%
Physical Inactivity
21.7%
Binge Drinking
15.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
13.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
10.5%
Lack of Health Insurance
9.8%
Diabetes
9.7%
Current Smoking
8.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79%
Dental Visit 69.7%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
8%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.2%
Stroke
2.8%

Hospitals 7 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
3
★★★
1
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
7
With ER
5
HACKENSACK UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
HACKENSACK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
HOLY NAME MEDICAL CENTER
TEANECK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
ENGLEWOOD HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER
ENGLEWOOD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH PASCACK VALLEY MEDICAL
WESTWOOD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
VALLEY HOSPITAL
PARAMUS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Little Ferry Area 6

FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises, Inc. Recalls Premium Food Bubble Gum Over Undeclared Colors

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises Recalls Premium Food Jordan Almonds Over Undeclared Wheat and Colors

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls

Italianway Import, Inc. Recalls Vergani 1944 Milano Gluten-Free Pandoro Due to Potential Teflon Contamination

FDA · 4d ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Coastal Waters Between Manasquan Inlet and Great Egg Inlet NJ

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for New Jersey Coastal Waters Until 11:00 PM EDT

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Multiple Southern New Jersey Counties Until 9:45 PM

NOAA · Mar 22, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Little Ferry, NJ? ▼
Little Ferry, NJ has a population of 962,316 people, located in Bergen County, New Jersey.
What is the median household income in Little Ferry? ▼
The median household income in Little Ferry, NJ is $124,884 per year. The poverty rate is 6.8%.
What is the median home value in Little Ferry? ▼
The median home value in Little Ferry, NJ is $623,000. Median rent is $1,914/month.
What are the top health concerns in Little Ferry? ▼
The top health indicators in Little Ferry include Short Sleep Duration (38.7%), High Blood Pressure (32.5%), Obesity (25.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Little Ferry? ▼
Little Ferry has 7 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 5 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Little Ferry? ▼
The median age in Little Ferry, NJ is 42 years. 53.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Little Ferry, NJ is located in Bergen County, New Jersey. With a population of 962K and a median household income of $124,884, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 7 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Little Ferry area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Bergen County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.