Passaic

NJ

Passaic County, New Jersey

Population 521K |Median income $87,522 |2 hospitals

Population
521,012
Passaic County
Median Income
$87,522
+29% vs avg
Median Home Value
$459,500
+102% vs avg
Median Age
38.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
521K+4%
Median Income
$87,522+52%
Median Home Value
$459,500+31%
Poverty Rate
13%-20%
Unemployment
8%-23%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,621/mo
Poverty Rate
13% -8% vs avg
Unemployment 8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 30.9%
Work From Home 11.5%
Public Transit 6.4%

Population

White 41.3%
African American 10.2%
Asian 5.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
37.7%
High Blood Pressure
32.4%
Physical Inactivity
31.2%
Obesity
31%
Lack of Health Insurance
18.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.8%
Binge Drinking
15.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.5%
Diabetes
12.7%
Current Smoking
12.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 58.1%
Annual Checkup 74.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
8.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.1%
Stroke
3.4%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
0
★★★
2
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
ST MARY'S GENERAL HOSPITAL
PASSAIC · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
ST JOSEPH'S UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER INC
PATERSON · Acute Care Hospitals
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Passaic 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 Passaic, NJ? ▼
Passaic, NJ has a population of 521,012 people, located in Passaic County, New Jersey.
What is the median household income in Passaic? ▼
The median household income in Passaic, NJ is $87,522 per year. The poverty rate is 13%.
What is the median home value in Passaic? ▼
The median home value in Passaic, NJ is $459,500. Median rent is $1,621/month.
What are the top health concerns in Passaic? ▼
The top health indicators in Passaic include Short Sleep Duration (37.7%), High Blood Pressure (32.4%), Physical Inactivity (31.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Passaic? ▼
Passaic has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Passaic? ▼
The median age in Passaic, NJ is 38.1 years. 30.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Passaic, NJ is located in Passaic County, New Jersey. With a population of 521K and a median household income of $87,522, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Passaic 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 (Passaic 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.