New 2020 census data is in, and it’s good news for Hudson County. The county’s population grew from 634,266 in 2010 to 724,854 in 2020. One of the most populous counties in New Jersey, it is also one of the most diverse in the state and nation.

Hispanics and Latinos are the largest racial and ethnic group at 40.4%. The white population is the second largest with 28.5%. Asians are third with 17%; Blacks or African Americans are fourth with 9.8%; Those who are of two or more races represent 2.8%; those of another race are 1.3%; and American Indians or Alaska Natives make up 0.1%.

City of Jersey

Jersey City leads in population growth, growing from 247,597 in 2010 to 292,449 in 2020. It trails behind Newark, New Jersey’s largest city.

According to 2019 American Community Survey (ACS) data presented with 2020 census data, 50.4% of the population were female; 28.5% were Hispanic or Latino; 25.1% were Asian; 22.9% were black or African American; and 21.9% were white. 3.8% were from two or more races and 0.3% were American Indian and Alaska Native.

“Over the past decade, it’s clear that Jersey City has been recognized by people in the United States and abroad as a great place to live, work and raise families,” Mayor Steve Fulop said in a statement. a statement. “I think 50,000 new residents during this time from different ethnicities and races confirms that.

“While so many cities across the country have witnessed leaks due to the pandemic, we haven’t seen this. In fact, with a number of major transformative projects underway within our borders, I think our growth will continue and that even bigger days for our city are in the near future.

Bayonne

Bayonne ranks second, increasing by almost 9,000 inhabitants since the 2010 census, which is equivalent to a 14% increase.

At the 2010 census, Bayonne had 63,024 inhabitants. In 2020, there were 71,686.

“Bayonne has just experienced our the strongest population growth since the 1920s, when we added 12,225 people to our population,” said Mayor James Davis. “Bayonne has reached a population we haven’t had since the 1970s. After decades of population loss, we are experiencing a period of significant growth.

Davis said Bayonne has seen an increase in population over the past three censuses.

“Our city government is growth-friendly,” Davis said. “We have attracted property developers and new residents to Bayonne. The former Military Ocean Terminal is being redeveloped. New apartment buildings have been built throughout the community. New immigrants came from all over the world, especially from Latin America, Egypt, Asia and Poland. Commuters have moved here from other parts of the metro area, attracted by light rail and more affordable rents than those found in New York City.

According to 2019 ACS data, 51.1% of the population were female; 44.3% were white; 33.5% were Hispanic or Latino; 10.6% were black or African American; 9.9% were Asian; 4.2% were two or more races; 0.3% were Native American; and 0.3% were Pacific Islanders.

“As we look to 2030, we can expect more residential development in Bayonne,” Davis said. “The future ferry and other transportation options will attract more residents in the years to come. »

Hoboken

Hoboken is fifth, rising from 50,005 in 2010 to 60,419 in 2020.

According to 2019 ACS data, 50.4% of the population were female; 69.4% were white; 16% were Hispanic or Latino; 9.8% were Asian; 3.9% were two or more races; and 3.4% were black or African American.

“The census results prove what the people of Hoboken knew all along, which is that this town is an incredibly vibrant and welcoming community to call home,” Hoboken spokeswoman Marilyn Baer said. “The census data ensures that Hoboken will receive increased federal funding and provides crucial information for future planning.”

The rest of Hudson

Union City is the third largest municipality, which grew from 66,455 in 2010 to 68,589 in 2020.

North Bergen is fourth, dropping from 60,773 in 2010 to 63,361 in 2020.

West New York is sixth, dropping from 49,708 in 2010 to 52,912 in 2020.

Kearny is seventh, dropping from 40,684 in 2010 to 41,999 in 2020.

Secaucus is eighth, dropping from 16,264 in 2010 to 22,181 in 2020.

Harrison is ninth, dropping from 13,620 in 2010 to 19,450 in 2020.

Weehawken is tenth, dropping from 12,554 in 2010 to 17,197 in 2020.

Guttenberg has gone from 11,176 in 2010 to 12,017 in 2020.

East Newark is the county’s smallest municipality. Since the town has a population of less than 5,000, demographic data was not available.

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