Teaneck, New Jersey

Teaneck is a township located in Bergen County, New Jersey, and is a suburb of New York City. As of the 2000 census, the township had a total population of 39,260.

Demographics

2000 Census

As of the census {{GR|2}} of 2000, there are 39,260 people, 13,418 households, and 10,076 families residing in the township. The population density is 2,505.5/km² (6,486.2/mi²). There are 13,719 housing units at an average density of 875.5/km² (2,266.5/mi²). The racial makeup of the township is 56.25% White, 28.78% African American, 0.15% Native American, 7.13% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 4.16% from other races, and 3.51% from two or more races. 10.45% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.

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Census - Population density - White - African American - Native American - Asian - Pacific Islander - Other races - Hispanic - Latino

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There are 13,418 households out of which 34.9% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.3% are married couples living together, 12.3% have a female householder with no husband present, and 24.9% are non-families. 21.2% of all households are made up of individuals and 10.5% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 2.86 and the average family size is 3.34.

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In the township the population is spread out with 25.8% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 26.1% from 25 to 44, 25.3% from 45 to 64, and 14.2% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 38 years. For every 100 females there are 89.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 84.9 males.

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The median income for a household in the township is $74,903, and the median income for a family is $84,791. Males have a median income of $53,327 versus $40,085 for females. The per capita income for the township is $32,212. 4.2% of the population and 2.4% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 3.7% of those under the age of 18 and 6.7% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.

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Per capita income - Poverty line

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Historical population data

After its founding as a township, Teaneck saw rapid growth in its population during the first half of the 20th century. As Teaneck changed from a sparsely populated rural area into a suburb, particularly after development of property that had been part of the Phelps estate started in the late 1920's, Teaneck's population grew rapidly, far outpacing the growth of Bergen County.

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After World War II, the 1950 census showed growth in Teaneck (33.6%) pacing Bergen County overall (31.6%). Starting in 1960, a substantial decline in the rate of growth compared to Bergen County occured as Teaneck reached the limits of developable land, and the township neared its peak population. Population growth in the 1970 census was small, but positive, with Teaneck reaching its historical maximum of 42,355. Absolute declines in population followed in both the 1980 (-7.9%) and 1990 (-3.0%) data. The 2000 census showed recovery in Teaneck's population to 39,260, though growth (3.8%) was smaller than in Bergen County overall (7.1%)

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With almost no land left to develop for housing, Teaneck's population is likely to remain stable for the forseeable future. A reluctance to permit high-rise development as a means to increase population density also places a limit on growth. Changes in family size are one of the few influences that may affect population over time.

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