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Linden Overview

43,478
TOTAL POPULATION
21,332
MALE POPULATION
22,146
FEMALE POPULATION
96.32
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.82
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$36,207
PER CAPITA INCOME
$95,897
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$86,801
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
34.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
65.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,628
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
24,725
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
70.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Linden Zip Codes

Linden Area Codes

Race in Linden

The most populous races in Linden are White / Caucasian (18,154 | 41.7%), Hispanic or Latino (14,968 | 34.4%), and Black / African American (12,319 | 28.3%).
Race in Linden
Race# Population% Population
Asian1,4383.3%
Black / African American12,31928.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino14,96834.4%
Native / Alaskan1130.3%
White / Caucasian18,15441.7%
Two or more Races6,12414.1%
Some other Race5,33012.3%
Total43,478100.0%

Ancestry in Linden

The most populous ancestries reported in Linden are South American (5,559 | 12.8%), Polish (3,483 | 8.0%), Puerto Rican (3,236 | 7.4%), Italian (3,005 | 6.9%), and Colombian (2,827 | 6.5%), together accounting for 41.6% of all Linden residents.
Ancestry in Linden
Ancestry# Population% Population
African5751.3%
Albanian190.0%
American1,0502.4%
Arab1890.4%
Argentinean2530.6%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac70.0%
Australian1140.3%
Austrian1280.3%
Bolivian70.0%
Brazilian5011.1%
British300.1%
Bulgarian50.0%
Burmese40.0%
Central American1,6003.7%
Central American Indian2310.5%
Cherokee450.1%
Chilean640.2%
Colombian2,8276.5%
Costa Rican2660.6%
Croatian290.1%
Cuban6771.6%
Czech1050.2%
Czechoslovakian160.0%
Danish170.0%
Delaware220.1%
Dominican1,6833.9%
Dutch360.1%
Eastern European180.0%
Ecuadorian1,4853.4%
Egyptian1530.4%
English3410.8%
European3100.7%
French1380.3%
German1,3193.0%
Ghanaian170.0%
Greek2190.5%
Guatemalan1460.3%
Guyanese3670.8%
Haitian2,5565.9%
Honduran1950.4%
Hungarian1600.4%
Indian (Asian)5071.2%
Irish2,0294.7%
Israeli270.1%
Italian3,0056.9%
Jamaican1480.3%
Jordanian360.1%
Korean5681.3%
Liberian90.0%
Lithuanian1340.3%
Mexican1,1432.6%
Mexican American Indian220.1%
Nicaraguan380.1%
Nigerian3530.8%
Norwegian310.1%
Pakistani130.0%
Paraguayan70.0%
Peruvian7201.7%
Polish3,4838.0%
Portuguese2,3595.4%
Puerto Rican3,2367.4%
Romanian210.1%
Russian1380.3%
Salvadoran9552.2%
Scotch-Irish360.1%
Scottish570.1%
Serbian150.0%
Slavic920.2%
Slovak4701.1%
Slovene80.0%
South American5,55912.8%
South American Indian750.2%
Spaniard5381.2%
Spanish280.1%
Sri Lankan570.1%
Subsaharan African9782.2%
Swedish270.1%
Thai3620.8%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian750.2%
Ukrainian3960.9%
Uruguayan740.2%
Venezuelan970.2%
Vietnamese690.2%
Welsh510.1%
West Indian370.1%
Yugoslavian120.0%
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Immigrants in Linden

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Linden came from Latin America (9,087 | 20.9%), Europe (4,469 | 10.3%), South America (4,003 | 9.2%), Caribbean (3,331 | 7.7%), and Eastern Europe (2,549 | 5.9%), together accounting for 53.9% of all Linden residents.
Immigrants in Linden
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa5931.4%
Albania100.0%
Argentina770.2%
Asia9082.1%
Austria60.0%
Bangladesh1060.2%
Brazil1590.4%
Bulgaria100.0%
Caribbean3,3317.7%
Central America1,7534.0%
Chile220.1%
China1450.3%
Colombia1,7324.0%
Costa Rica2540.6%
Croatia190.0%
Cuba2170.5%
Czechoslovakia3910.9%
Dominican Republic7601.8%
Eastern Africa120.0%
Eastern Asia1680.4%
Eastern Europe2,5495.9%
Ecuador9552.2%
Egypt1530.4%
El Salvador5781.3%
England240.1%
Europe4,46910.3%
France190.0%
Germany270.1%
Ghana170.0%
Greece1240.3%
Guatemala680.2%
Guyana3490.8%
Haiti2,1555.0%
Honduras2080.5%
India2510.6%
Ireland70.0%
Italy1970.4%
Jamaica1050.2%
Jordan360.1%
Kenya120.0%
Korea230.1%
Latin America9,08720.9%
Latvia200.1%
Liberia1310.3%
Lithuania1020.2%
Mexico5251.2%
Middle Africa100.0%
Nicaragua1200.3%
Nigeria2210.5%
Northern Africa1820.4%
Northern Europe590.1%
Pakistan460.1%
Peru5341.2%
Philippines2690.6%
Poland1,7984.1%
Portugal1,2662.9%
Romania80.0%
Russia80.0%
Serbia150.0%
South America4,0039.2%
South Central Asia4030.9%
South Eastern Asia3010.7%
Southern Europe1,8094.2%
Spain2220.5%
Sudan290.1%
Thailand130.0%
Trinidad and Tobago940.2%
Ukraine1680.4%
Uruguay720.2%
Venezuela610.1%
Vietnam190.0%
Western Africa3890.9%
Western Asia360.1%
Western Europe520.1%
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Sex and Age in Linden

Sex and Age in Linden

The most populous age groups in Linden are 55 to 59 Years (1,746 | 8.2%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (1,772 | 8.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Linden
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,025 (4.8%)1,429 (6.5%)
5 to 9 Years1,398 (6.6%)1,335 (6.0%)
10 to 14 Years1,435 (6.7%)1,079 (4.9%)
15 to 19 Years1,319 (6.2%)1,228 (5.6%)
20 to 24 Years1,250 (5.9%)1,454 (6.6%)
25 to 29 Years1,582 (7.4%)1,501 (6.8%)
30 to 34 Years1,196 (5.6%)1,620 (7.3%)
35 to 39 Years1,493 (7.0%)1,364 (6.2%)
40 to 44 Years1,669 (7.8%)1,643 (7.4%)
45 to 49 Years1,683 (7.9%)1,626 (7.3%)
50 to 54 Years1,633 (7.7%)1,339 (6.0%)
55 to 59 Years1,746 (8.2%)1,772 (8.0%)
60 to 64 Years1,436 (6.7%)1,249 (5.6%)
65 to 69 Years968 (4.5%)974 (4.4%)
70 to 74 Years578 (2.7%)945 (4.3%)
75 to 79 Years432 (2.0%)727 (3.3%)
80 to 84 Years263 (1.2%)373 (1.7%)
85 Years and over226 (1.1%)488 (2.2%)
Total21,332 (100.0%)22,146 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Linden

Median Family Size in Linden

The median family size in Linden is 3.37 persons per family, with married-couple families (6,871 | 63.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.45 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (1,143 | 10.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.08 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Linden
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple6,871 (63.7%)3.45
Single Male/Father1,143 (10.6%)3.08
Single Female/Mother2,768 (25.7%)3.31
Total Families10,782 (100.0%)3.37

Median Household Size in Linden

The median household size in Linden is 2.84 persons per household, with single female/mother households (2,768 | 18.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.67 persons per household. non-family households (4,437 | 29.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Linden
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple6,871 (45.2%)3.49
Single Male/Father1,143 (7.5%)3.36
Single Female/Mother2,768 (18.2%)3.67
Non-family4,437 (29.1%)1.19
Total Households15,219 (100.0%)2.84

Household Size by Marriage Status in Linden

Out of a total of 15,219 households in Linden, 10,782 (70.9%) are family households, while 4,437 (29.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 3,212, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,678.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Linden
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-3,678 (24.2%)
2-Person Households3,212 (21.1%)720 (4.7%)
3-Person Households2,771 (18.2%)28 (0.2%)
4-Person Households2,708 (17.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households1,331 (8.7%)11 (0.1%)
6-Person Households425 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households335 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total10,782 (70.9%)4,437 (29.1%)

Female Fertility in Linden

Fertility by Age in Linden

Average fertility rate in Linden is 60.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 105.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 74.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Linden
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years479 (74.5%)105.0
35 to 50 years164 (25.5%)33.0
Total643 (100.0%)60.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Linden

60.7% of women with births (643) in Linden are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 46.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 17.7% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Linden
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years255 (53.2%)224 (46.8%)
35 to 50 years135 (82.3%)29 (17.7%)
Total390 (60.7%)253 (39.4%)

Fertility by Education in Linden

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Linden
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma91 (14.1%)35.0
College or Associate's Degree363 (56.5%)93.0
Bachelor's Degree131 (20.4%)69.0
Graduate Degree58 (9.0%)61.0
Total643 (100.0%)60.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Linden

39.4% of women with births in Linden are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 83.2% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 87.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Linden
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma11 (12.1%)80 (87.9%)
College or Associate's Degree229 (63.1%)134 (36.9%)
Bachelor's Degree109 (83.2%)22 (16.8%)
Graduate Degree41 (70.7%)17 (29.3%)
Total390 (60.7%)253 (39.4%)

Income in Linden

Income Overview in Linden

Per Capita Income in Linden is $36,207, while median incomes of families and households are $95,897 and $86,801 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income43,478$36,207
Median Family Income10,782$95,897
Mean Family Income10,782$110,009
Median Household Income15,219$86,801
Mean Household Income15,219$101,356
Income Deficit10,782$10,628
Wage / Income Gap (%)43,47834.18%
Wage / Income Gap ($)43,47865.82¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index43,4780.38

Earnings by Sex in Linden

Average Earnings in Linden are $44,051, $53,114 for men and $34,960 for women, a difference of 34.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Linden
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male12,849 (51.9%)$53,114
Female11,911 (48.1%)$34,960
Total24,760 (100.0%)$44,051

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Linden

The most common earnings brackets in Linden are $100,000+ for men (2,061 | 16.0%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (1,140 | 9.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Linden
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less404 (3.1%)348 (2.9%)
$2,500 to $4,999428 (3.3%)307 (2.6%)
$5,000 to $7,499217 (1.7%)648 (5.4%)
$7,500 to $9,999226 (1.8%)341 (2.9%)
$10,000 to $12,499298 (2.3%)510 (4.3%)
$12,500 to $14,999163 (1.3%)534 (4.5%)
$15,000 to $17,499403 (3.1%)373 (3.1%)
$17,500 to $19,999144 (1.1%)276 (2.3%)
$20,000 to $22,499301 (2.3%)363 (3.0%)
$22,500 to $24,999217 (1.7%)554 (4.6%)
$25,000 to $29,999727 (5.7%)911 (7.6%)
$30,000 to $34,999622 (4.8%)798 (6.7%)
$35,000 to $39,999577 (4.5%)687 (5.8%)
$40,000 to $44,999740 (5.8%)520 (4.4%)
$45,000 to $49,999495 (3.8%)530 (4.4%)
$50,000 to $54,999866 (6.7%)586 (4.9%)
$55,000 to $64,9991,157 (9.0%)1,140 (9.6%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,205 (9.4%)591 (5.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,598 (12.4%)1,031 (8.7%)
$100,000+2,061 (16.0%)863 (7.2%)
Total12,849 (100.0%)11,911 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Linden

Average earnings in Linden are $56,014 for men and $39,946 for women, a difference of 28.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $74,426, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $49,529. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $67,634, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $25,283.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Linden
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$49,529$25,283
High School Diploma$50,798$32,096
College or Associate's Degree$58,289$36,631
Bachelor's Degree$72,424$56,163
Graduate Degree$74,426$67,634
Total$56,014$39,946

Family Income in Linden

Family Income Brackets in Linden

According to the Linden family income data, there are 2,480 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.0% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 129 families (1.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Linden
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001831.7%
$10,000 to $14,9991291.2%
$15,000 to $24,9992802.6%
$25,000 to $34,9996906.4%
$35,000 to $49,9998307.7%
$50,000 to $74,9991,63915.2%
$75,000 to $99,9991,85517.2%
$100,000 to $149,9992,48023.0%
$150,000 to $199,9991,67115.5%
$200,000+1,0359.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Linden

7+ person families (212 | 2.0%) account for the highest median family income in Linden with $179,444 per family, while 2-person families (3,570 | 33.1%) have the highest median income of $39,552 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Linden
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families3,570 (33.1%)$79,104
3-Person Families2,909 (27.0%)$89,555
4-Person Families2,560 (23.7%)$107,196
5-Person Families1,179 (10.9%)$119,097
6-Person Families352 (3.3%)$150,000
7+ Person Families212 (2.0%)$179,444
Total10,782 (100.0%)$95,897

Family Income by Number of Earners in Linden

The median family income in Linden is $95,897, with families comprising 3+ earners (2,048) having the highest median family income of $145,069, while families with no earners (916) have the lowest median family income of $48,714, accounting for 19.0% and 8.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Linden
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners916 (8.5%)$48,714
1 Earner3,017 (28.0%)$66,027
2 Earners4,801 (44.5%)$107,192
3+ Earners2,048 (19.0%)$145,069
Total10,782 (100.0%)$95,897

Household Income in Linden

Household Income Brackets in Linden

With 2,937 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Linden, accounting for 19.3% of all households. In contrast, only 350 households (2.3%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Linden
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0004412.9%
$10,000 to $14,9993502.3%
$15,000 to $24,9997154.7%
$25,000 to $34,9991,0046.6%
$35,000 to $49,9991,4469.5%
$50,000 to $74,9992,52616.6%
$75,000 to $99,9992,40515.8%
$100,000 to $149,9992,93719.3%
$150,000 to $199,9992,16114.2%
$200,000+1,2488.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Linden

The median household income in Linden is $86,801, with the highest median household income of $96,313 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 6,655 households (43.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $60,682, with 3,512 households (23.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Linden
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years128 (0.8%)$88,462
25 to 44 Years4,924 (32.4%)$90,947
45 to 64 Years6,655 (43.7%)$96,313
65+ Years3,512 (23.1%)$60,682
Total15,219 (100.0%)$86,801

Poverty in Linden

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Linden

With 6.4% poverty level for males and 9.6% for females among the residents of Linden, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 79 males (36.9%) and 66 females (22.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Linden
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years71 (6.9%)126 (9.2%)
5 Years79 (36.9%)66 (22.2%)
6 to 11 Years201 (11.9%)254 (17.7%)
12 to 14 Years38 (4.1%)84 (12.3%)
15 Years6 (3.2%)15 (4.7%)
16 and 17 Years19 (2.6%)10 (2.7%)
18 to 24 Years52 (3.2%)159 (8.0%)
25 to 34 Years196 (7.1%)291 (9.3%)
35 to 44 Years163 (5.1%)379 (12.6%)
45 to 54 Years192 (5.8%)162 (5.5%)
55 to 64 Years207 (6.6%)218 (7.2%)
65 to 74 Years125 (8.1%)148 (7.8%)
75 Years and over10 (1.1%)200 (13.4%)
Total1,359 (6.4%)2,112 (9.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Linden

According to the poverty statistics in Linden, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.9% of males and 97.3% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Linden
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years954 (93.1%)1,243 (90.8%)
5 Years135 (63.1%)232 (77.8%)
6 to 11 Years1,484 (88.1%)1,180 (82.3%)
12 to 14 Years892 (95.9%)598 (87.7%)
15 Years179 (96.8%)306 (95.3%)
16 and 17 Years709 (97.4%)356 (97.3%)
18 to 24 Years1,587 (96.8%)1,836 (92.0%)
25 to 34 Years2,582 (92.9%)2,830 (90.7%)
35 to 44 Years2,999 (94.9%)2,628 (87.4%)
45 to 54 Years3,114 (94.2%)2,798 (94.5%)
55 to 64 Years2,945 (93.4%)2,793 (92.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,410 (91.9%)1,747 (92.2%)
75 Years and over897 (98.9%)1,289 (86.6%)
Total19,887 (93.6%)19,836 (90.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Linden

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Linden show that 4.3% or 297 of the total 6,871 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 12.0%, comprising of 60 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Linden
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children3,621 (95.4%)175 (4.6%)
1 or 2 Children2,507 (97.6%)62 (2.4%)
3 or 4 Children440 (88.0%)60 (12.0%)
5 or more Children6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,574 (95.7%)297 (4.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Linden

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Linden
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)16 (1.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)204 (16.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)94 (31.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)314 (11.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Linden

The poverty data for Linden shows that 297 of the married-couple family households (4.3%) and 314 of the single-parent households (8.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 60 households (12.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 94 household (21.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Linden
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children175 (4.6%)16 (0.9%)
1 or 2 Children62 (2.4%)204 (12.6%)
3 or 4 Children60 (12.0%)94 (21.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total297 (4.3%)314 (8.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Linden

Employment by Class of Employer in Linden

Among the 21,946 employed individuals in Linden, private company employees (15,347 | 69.9%), local government employees (2,126 | 9.7%), and not-for-profit organizations (1,391 | 6.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Linden
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees15,34769.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1,0134.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)7083.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations1,3916.3%
Local Government Employees2,1269.7%
State Government Employees9024.1%
Federal Government Employees4592.1%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total21,946100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Linden

According to the labor force statistics for Linden, out of the total population over 16 years of age (35,271), 70.1% or 24,725 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.9% or 1,953 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 94.1% or 2,901 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 24.0% or 505 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Linden
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years543 (26.6%)66 (12.2%)
20 to 24 Years2,106 (77.9%)505 (24.0%)
25 to 29 Years2,901 (94.1%)226 (7.8%)
30 to 34 Years2,441 (86.7%)68 (2.8%)
35 to 44 Years5,386 (87.3%)490 (9.1%)
45 to 54 Years5,571 (88.7%)312 (5.6%)
55 to 59 Years2,807 (79.8%)135 (4.8%)
60 to 64 Years1,775 (66.1%)92 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years891 (25.7%)31 (3.5%)
75 Years and over299 (11.9%)31 (10.4%)
Total24,725 (70.1%)1,953 (7.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Linden

According to labor force statistics for Linden, 85.0% of individuals (20,869) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (24,552) are in the labor force, with 6.3% or 1,315 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 91.3% or 5,578 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.0% or 200 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Linden
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School1,997 (72.8%)274 (10.0%)
High School Diploma6,550 (81.4%)612 (7.6%)
College / Associate Degree6,758 (88.3%)452 (5.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher5,578 (91.3%)250 (4.1%)
Total20,869 (85.0%)1,547 (6.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Linden

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Linden are Community & Social Service (2,448 | 10.8%), Management (2,065 | 9.1%), Education Instruction & Library (1,512 | 6.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,220 | 5.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (1,071 | 4.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Linden

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Linden, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (93.4%), Computers & Mathematics (89.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (84.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Technologists (90.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (83.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Linden
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1,213 (58.7%)852 (41.3%)
Business & Financial235 (31.1%)520 (68.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science905 (84.5%)166 (15.5%)
Computers & Mathematics439 (89.8%)50 (10.2%)
Architecture & Engineering395 (93.4%)28 (6.6%)
Life, Physical & Social Science71 (44.7%)88 (55.3%)
Community & Social Service 697 (28.5%)1,751 (71.5%)
Education, Arts & Media186 (36.5%)323 (63.5%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)154 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library330 (21.8%)1,182 (78.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment181 (66.3%)92 (33.7%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating207 (17.0%)1,013 (83.0%)
Health Technologists60 (9.9%)544 (90.1%)
Total (Category)3,257 (43.1%)4,302 (56.9%)
Total (Overall)11,947 (52.5%)10,803 (47.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Linden are Healthcare Support (1,078 | 4.7%), Security & Protection (846 | 3.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (758 | 3.3%), Food Preparation & Serving (693 | 3.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (676 | 3.0%).
Services Occupations in Linden

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Linden, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (72.8%), Law Enforcement (67.1%), and Security & Protection (61.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (81.4%), Personal Care & Service (68.7%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Linden
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support201 (18.6%)877 (81.4%)
Security & Protection522 (61.7%)324 (38.3%)
Firefighting & Prevention408 (60.4%)268 (39.6%)
Law Enforcement114 (67.1%)56 (32.9%)
Food Preparation & Serving345 (49.8%)348 (50.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance552 (72.8%)206 (27.2%)
Personal Care & Service210 (31.3%)461 (68.7%)
Total (Category)1,830 (45.2%)2,216 (54.8%)
Total (Overall)11,947 (52.5%)10,803 (47.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Linden are Office & Administration (3,126 | 13.7%), and Sales & Related (1,982 | 8.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Linden

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Linden
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related967 (48.8%)1,015 (51.2%)
Office & Administration910 (29.1%)2,216 (70.9%)
Total (Category)1,877 (36.7%)3,231 (63.2%)
Total (Overall)11,947 (52.5%)10,803 (47.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Linden are Construction & Extraction (1,305 | 5.7%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,264 | 5.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Linden

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Linden
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction1,265 (96.9%)40 (3.1%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair1,236 (97.8%)28 (2.2%)
Total (Category)2,501 (97.4%)68 (2.6%)
Total (Overall)11,947 (52.5%)10,803 (47.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Linden are Transportation (1,401 | 6.2%), Production (1,162 | 5.1%), and Material Moving (905 | 4.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Linden

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Linden
OccupationMaleFemale
Production690 (59.4%)472 (40.6%)
Transportation1,338 (95.5%)63 (4.5%)
Material Moving454 (50.2%)451 (49.8%)
Total (Category)2,482 (71.6%)986 (28.4%)
Total (Overall)11,947 (52.5%)10,803 (47.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Linden

Employment Industries in Linden

The major employment industries in Linden include Health Care & Social Assistance (3,356 | 14.7%), Retail Trade (2,440 | 10.7%), Transportation & Warehousing (2,437 | 10.7%), Construction (1,981 | 8.7%), and Educational Services (1,979 | 8.7%).
Employment Industries in Linden

Employment Industries by Sex in Linden

The Linden industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (88.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (85.1%), Educational Services (67.8%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (61.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Linden
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction1,757 (88.7%)224 (11.3%)
Manufacturing1,130 (67.1%)553 (32.9%)
Wholesale Trade346 (56.4%)267 (43.6%)
Retail Trade1,249 (51.2%)1,191 (48.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing1,761 (72.3%)676 (27.7%)
Utilities56 (82.4%)12 (17.6%)
Information322 (77.2%)95 (22.8%)
Finance & Insurance497 (45.3%)601 (54.7%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing143 (38.2%)231 (61.8%)
Professional & Scientific645 (53.8%)554 (46.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support692 (65.6%)363 (34.4%)
Educational Services637 (32.2%)1,342 (67.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance500 (14.9%)2,856 (85.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation185 (53.2%)163 (46.8%)
Accommodation & Food Services497 (49.2%)513 (50.8%)
Public Administration674 (54.7%)558 (45.3%)
Total11,947 (52.5%)10,803 (47.5%)

Education in Linden

School Enrollment in Linden

The most common levels of schooling among the 10,577 students in Linden are college / undergraduate (2,451 | 23.2%), elementary school (2,196 | 20.8%), and middle school (2,089 | 19.8%).
School Enrollment in Linden
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool5074.8%
Kindergarten6015.7%
Elementary School2,19620.8%
Middle School2,08919.8%
High School2,08519.7%
College / Undergraduate2,45123.2%
Graduate / Professional6486.1%
Total10,577100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Linden

Out of a total of 10,577 students who are enrolled in schools in Linden, 1,713 (16.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 8,864 (83.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 254 (30.1% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,254 (90.8% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Linden
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds355 (74.3%)123 (25.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old2,330 (89.0%)287 (11.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds2,254 (90.8%)228 (9.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1,366 (85.2%)238 (14.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds548 (75.2%)181 (24.8%)
20 to 24 Year Olds903 (78.0%)255 (22.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds514 (77.3%)151 (22.7%)
35 Years and over590 (69.9%)254 (30.1%)
Total8,864 (83.8%)1,713 (16.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Linden

Business (1,818 | 23.9%), education (842 | 11.1%), social sciences (779 | 10.2%), science & technology (694 | 9.1%), and arts & humanities (550 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 7,621 individuals in Linden who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Linden
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics3424.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural3875.1%
Physical & Health Sciences1301.7%
Psychology3885.1%
Social Sciences77910.2%
Engineering5417.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies520.7%
Science & Technology6949.1%
Business1,81823.9%
Education84211.1%
Literature & Languages2273.0%
Liberal Arts & History3624.8%
Visual & Performing Arts2212.9%
Communications2883.8%
Arts & Humanities5507.2%
Total7,621100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Linden

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Linden

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Linden are males with 2 vehicles (4,643, accounting for 39.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,609, making up 45.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Linden
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle568 (4.9%)561 (5.4%)
1 Vehicle2,684 (23.1%)2,703 (26.2%)
2 Vehicles4,643 (39.9%)3,609 (35.0%)
3 Vehicles2,388 (20.5%)2,346 (22.8%)
4 Vehicles974 (8.4%)722 (7.0%)
5 or more Vehicles369 (3.2%)373 (3.6%)
Total11,626 (100.0%)10,314 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Linden

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Linden are 30 to 34 minutes (3,198 commuters, 15.3%), 15 to 19 minutes (2,758 commuters, 13.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (2,331 commuters, 11.2%).
Commute Time in Linden
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2441.2%
5 to 9 Minutes1,7128.2%
10 to 14 Minutes2,33111.2%
15 to 19 Minutes2,75813.2%
20 to 24 Minutes2,28711.0%
25 to 29 Minutes1,6357.8%
30 to 34 Minutes3,19815.3%
35 to 39 Minutes5772.8%
40 to 44 Minutes1,0154.9%
45 to 59 Minutes2,20710.6%
60 to 89 Minutes1,8889.0%
90 or more Minutes1,0154.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Linden

The most common commute times in Linden are 30 to 34 minutes (1,914 commuters, 17.2%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (1,474 commuters, 15.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Linden
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes89 (0.8%)155 (1.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes695 (6.3%)1,017 (10.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,093 (9.9%)1,238 (12.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,284 (11.6%)1,474 (15.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes1,566 (14.1%)721 (7.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes862 (7.8%)773 (7.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes1,914 (17.2%)1,284 (13.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes258 (2.3%)319 (3.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes501 (4.5%)514 (5.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,253 (11.3%)954 (9.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes1,072 (9.7%)816 (8.4%)
90 or more Minutes511 (4.6%)504 (5.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Linden

The most frequent times of departure to work in Linden are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (1,342, 12.1%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (1,815, 18.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Linden
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM545 (4.9%)420 (4.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM790 (7.1%)79 (0.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM654 (5.9%)89 (0.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM1,342 (12.1%)484 (5.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1,313 (11.8%)863 (8.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,142 (10.3%)1,378 (14.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM1,069 (9.6%)1,161 (11.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1,334 (12.0%)1,815 (18.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM272 (2.5%)903 (9.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM841 (7.6%)726 (7.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM420 (3.8%)174 (1.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM152 (1.4%)160 (1.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM846 (7.6%)917 (9.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM378 (3.4%)600 (6.1%)
Total11,098 (100.0%)9,769 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Linden

Occupancy by Ownership in Linden

Of the total 15,219 dwellings in Linden, owner-occupied units account for 9,136 (60.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 6,083 (40.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Linden
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units9,13660.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units6,08340.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units15,219100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Linden

Occupancy by Household Size in Linden
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3,67824.2%
2-Person Household3,93225.8%
3-Person Household2,79918.4%
4+ Person Household4,81031.6%
Total Housing Units15,219100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Linden

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Linden
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,823 (49.6%)1,855 (50.4%)
2-Person Household2,413 (61.4%)1,519 (38.6%)
3-Person Household1,642 (58.7%)1,157 (41.3%)
4+ Person Household3,258 (67.7%)1,552 (32.3%)
Total Housing Units9,136 (60.0%)6,083 (40.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Linden

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Linden
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School1,085 (60.2%)718 (39.8%)
High School Diploma2,673 (55.1%)2,181 (44.9%)
College/Associate Degree2,958 (59.7%)1,997 (40.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,420 (67.1%)1,187 (32.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Linden

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Linden
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,74711.5%
35 to 44 Years3,30521.7%
45 to 54 Years3,39122.3%
55 to 64 Years3,26421.4%
65 to 74 Years2,03113.4%
75 to 84 Years1,0767.1%
85 Years and Over4052.7%
Total15,219100.0%

Housing Finances in Linden

Median Income by Occupancy in Linden

Median Income by Occupancy in Linden
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied9,136 (60.0%)$107,263
Renter-Occupied6,083 (40.0%)$63,621
Average15,219 (100.0%)$86,801

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Linden

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Linden
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000157 (1.7%)159 (2.6%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)122 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99953 (0.6%)298 (4.9%)
$15,000 to $19,999175 (1.9%)323 (5.3%)
$20,000 to $24,99993 (1.0%)131 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999567 (6.2%)433 (7.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999726 (8.0%)714 (11.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,045 (11.4%)1,477 (24.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,353 (14.8%)1,049 (17.2%)
$100,000 to $149,9992,047 (22.4%)893 (14.7%)
$150,000 or more2,920 (32.0%)484 (8.0%)
Total9,136 (100.0%)6,083 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Linden

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Linden
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300104 (1.1%)189 (3.1%)
$300 to $499152 (1.7%)102 (1.7%)
$500 to $799252 (2.8%)130 (2.1%)
$800 to $999305 (3.3%)206 (3.4%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,687 (18.5%)1,878 (30.9%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,507 (16.5%)2,449 (40.3%)
$2,000 to $2,4991,299 (14.2%)818 (13.5%)
$2,500 to $2,9991,711 (18.7%)185 (3.0%)
$3,000 or more2,119 (23.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,136 (100.0%)6,083 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Linden

Housing Structures in Linden

Housing Structures in Linden
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached7,34748.3%
Single Unit, Attached5113.4%
2 Unit Apartments3,94625.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1,1347.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments4312.8%
10 or more Apartments1,83212.0%
Mobile Home / Other180.1%
Total15,219100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Linden

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Linden
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached6,649 (90.5%)698 (9.5%)
Single Unit, Attached424 (83.0%)87 (17.0%)
2 Unit Apartments1,585 (40.2%)2,361 (59.8%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments121 (10.7%)1,013 (89.3%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments68 (15.8%)363 (84.2%)
10 or more Apartments280 (15.3%)1,552 (84.7%)
Mobile Home / Other9 (50.0%)9 (50.0%)
Total9,136 (60.0%)6,083 (40.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Linden

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Linden
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room20 (0.2%)394 (6.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms313 (3.4%)1,260 (20.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms2,602 (28.5%)3,117 (51.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms3,799 (41.6%)1,239 (20.4%)
8 or more Rooms2,402 (26.3%)73 (1.2%)
Total9,136 (100.0%)6,083 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Linden

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Linden
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas7,319 (80.1%)4,232 (69.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas331 (3.6%)167 (2.8%)
Electricity474 (5.2%)1,093 (18.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene936 (10.2%)111 (1.8%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels76 (0.8%)87 (1.4%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)393 (6.5%)
Total9,136 (100.0%)6,083 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Linden

Household Vehicle Usage in Linden
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle440 (4.8%)1,069 (17.6%)
1 Vehicle2,676 (29.3%)2,637 (43.3%)
2 Vehicles3,364 (36.8%)1,999 (32.9%)
3 or more Vehicles2,656 (29.1%)378 (6.2%)
Total9,136 (100.0%)6,083 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Linden

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Linden

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,6896,447
Median Property Value$351,400$359,400
Median Household Income$86,193$2,353
Monthly Housing Costs$1,286$2,068
Real Estate Taxes$10,001$174

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Linden

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Linden
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00087 (3.2%)238 (3.7%)
$50,000 to $99,99925 (0.9%)33 (0.5%)
$100,000 to $299,999852 (31.7%)1,901 (29.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9991,490 (55.4%)3,335 (51.7%)
$500,000 to $749,999204 (7.6%)900 (14.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9999 (0.3%)21 (0.3%)
$1,000,000 or more22 (0.8%)19 (0.3%)
Total2,689 (100.0%)6,447 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Linden

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Linden
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00086 (3.2%)199 (3.1%)
$10,000 to $24,999169 (6.3%)71 (1.1%)
$25,000 to $34,999235 (8.7%)152 (2.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999380 (14.1%)332 (5.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999321 (11.9%)346 (5.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999468 (17.4%)724 (11.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999463 (17.2%)885 (13.7%)
$150,000 or more567 (21.1%)1,584 (24.6%)
Total2,689 (100.0%)6,447 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Linden

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Linden
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x401 (14.9%)117,228 (1,818.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x539 (20.0%)1,664 (25.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x355 (13.2%)1,441 (22.4%)
4.0x or more1,331 (49.5%)1,252 (19.4%)
Total2,689 (100.0%)6,447 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Linden

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Linden
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80020 (0.7%)40 (0.6%)
$800 to $1,49910 (0.4%)113 (1.8%)
$800 to $1,4992,472 (91.9%)44 (0.7%)
Total2,689 (100.0%)6,447 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Linden

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Linden

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Linden
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years2,769 (93.4%)197 (6.6%)
6 to 18 Years6,295 (92.6%)500 (7.4%)
19 to 25 Years3,264 (88.9%)407 (11.1%)
26 to 34 Years4,216 (78.2%)1,172 (21.7%)
35 to 44 Years5,114 (82.9%)1,055 (17.1%)
45 to 54 Years5,405 (86.3%)861 (13.7%)
55 to 64 Years5,480 (88.9%)683 (11.1%)
65 to 74 Years3,394 (99.0%)36 (1.1%)
75 Years and older2,341 (97.7%)55 (2.3%)
Total38,278 (88.5%)4,966 (11.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Linden

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Linden
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born2,769 (93.4%)197 (6.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen6,295 (92.6%)500 (7.4%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen3,264 (88.9%)407 (11.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Linden

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Linden
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0002,254 (89.9%)254 (10.1%)
$25,000 to $49,9994,630 (88.7%)588 (11.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9994,987 (81.0%)1,172 (19.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9995,894 (85.9%)967 (14.1%)
$100,000 and over20,487 (91.2%)1,984 (8.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Linden

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Linden
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,044 (35.2%)1,803 (60.8%)
6 to 18 Years2,141 (31.5%)4,272 (62.9%)
19 to 25 Years1,120 (30.5%)2,151 (58.6%)
25 to 34 Years638 (11.8%)3,689 (68.5%)
35 to 44 Years1,018 (16.5%)4,193 (68.0%)
45 to 54 Years755 (12.0%)4,764 (76.0%)
55 to 64 Years1,186 (19.2%)4,494 (72.9%)
65 to 74 Years3,105 (90.5%)1,878 (54.7%)
75 Years and over2,331 (97.3%)1,190 (49.7%)
Total13,338 (30.8%)28,434 (65.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Linden

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Linden
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years155 (4.1%)8 (0.3%)
18 to 34 Years138 (3.1%)130 (2.5%)
35 to 64 Years761 (7.9%)1,099 (12.2%)
65 to 74 Years352 (22.9%)438 (23.1%)
75 Years and over437 (48.2%)725 (48.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Linden

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Linden: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years8 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)17 (0.3%)
35 to 64 Years80 (0.8%)71 (0.8%)
65 to 74 Years56 (3.6%)121 (6.4%)
75 Years and over166 (18.3%)239 (16.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Linden: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years7 (0.2%)8 (0.3%)
18 to 34 Years34 (0.8%)11 (0.2%)
35 to 64 Years125 (1.3%)184 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years33 (2.1%)144 (7.6%)
75 Years and over89 (9.8%)171 (11.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Linden: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years135 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years86 (1.9%)71 (1.4%)
35 to 64 Years300 (3.1%)345 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years90 (5.9%)149 (7.9%)
75 Years and over84 (9.3%)251 (16.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Linden: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years11 (0.3%)30 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years419 (4.4%)832 (9.3%)
65 to 74 Years261 (17.0%)303 (16.0%)
75 Years and over355 (39.1%)596 (40.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Linden: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years10 (0.2%)30 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years163 (1.7%)122 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years104 (6.8%)155 (8.2%)
75 Years and over97 (10.7%)326 (21.9%)

Technology Access in Linden

Computing Device Access in Linden

Computing Device Access in Linden
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop12,53082.3%
Smartphone13,38487.9%
Tablet10,17166.8%
No Computing Device7494.9%
Total15,219100.0%

Internet Access in Linden

Internet Access in Linden
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet90.1%
Broadband Home12,34281.1%
Cellular Data Only1,3128.6%
Satellite Internet7294.8%
No Internet1,2808.4%
Total15,219100.0%

Linden Summary

Linden, New Jersey is a city located in Union County, New Jersey. It is situated on the banks of the Rahway River and is part of the New York metropolitan area. The city has a population of approximately 40,499 people, according to the 2010 United States Census.

Geography

Linden is located at 40°37'N 74°14'W (40.619, -74.233). It is bordered by Elizabeth to the north, Rahway to the east, Clark to the south, and Roselle Park to the west. The city has a total area of 5.8 square miles, all of which is land.

History

The area that is now Linden was originally inhabited by the Lenape Native Americans. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 17th century. The area was originally part of Elizabethtown, but was incorporated as a separate town in 1861. The town was named after the linden trees that grew in the area.
In 1925, Linden was incorporated as a city. During World War II, the city was home to a large military base, which was used to train soldiers for the war effort. After the war, the base was closed and the city began to experience a period of growth and development.

Economy

Linden has a diverse economy, with a variety of industries represented. The city is home to several large companies, including Merck & Co., Honeywell International, and PSE&G. The city also has a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.
The city is also home to a number of industrial parks, which provide employment opportunities for many of the city's residents. The city is also home to a number of transportation companies, including UPS, FedEx, and DHL.

Demographics

According to the 2010 United States Census, the population of Linden was 40,499. The racial makeup of the city was 57.2% White, 28.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 5.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 5.3% from other races, and 3.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 15.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $50,945, and the median income for a family was $60,945. The per capita income for the city was $23,945. About 11.2% of families and 13.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Linden is a diverse city, with a variety of cultures and backgrounds represented. The city is home to a large Italian-American population, as well as a large Hispanic population. The city also has a large African-American population, as well as a growing Asian population.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Linden?
Total Population of Linden is 43,478.
What is the Total Male Population of Linden?
Total Male Population of Linden is 21,332.
What is the Total Female Population of Linden?
Total Female Population of Linden is 22,146.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Linden?
There are 96.32 Males per 100 Females in Linden.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Linden?
There are 103.82 Females per 100 Males in Linden.
What is the Median Population Age in Linden?
Median Population Age in Linden is 40.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Linden
Average Family Size in Linden is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Linden
Average Household Size in Linden is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Linden?
Per Capita income in Linden is $36,207.
What is the Median Family Income in Linden?
Median Family Income in Linden is $95,897.
What is the Median Household income in Linden?
Median Household Income in Linden is $86,801.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Linden?
Income or Wage Gap in Linden is 34.2%.
Women in Linden earn 65.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Linden?
Family Income Deficit in Linden is $10,628.
Families that are below poverty line in Linden earn $10,628 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Linden?
Inequality or Gini Index in Linden is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Linden?
There are 24,725 People in the Labor Forcein in Linden.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Linden?
70.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Linden.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Linden?
Unemployment Rate in Linden is 7.9%.