The Census Bureau's 2010 Census provides information on the population of Old Tappan City, New Jersey. The most recent report shows that the city has 10,469 residents. Most of these people commute by car, but a few also use public transportation. In addition, there are 683 part-time workers and 556 unemployed people. The most common age groups in Old Tappan are males, aged 45-54, and females, aged 35-44. There are also some non-citizen residents living in the city, including international students, humanitarian migrants, and temporary workers.
Murder rates are lower in Old Tappan than in other cities in New Jersey. As a result, it is a good choice for families with children. In addition, the city has a highly ranked public school system, and many of the residents are college-educated. Many of these residents live in single-family homes that offer ample space for children to play. The city's crime rate is also quite low.
The City of Old Tappan is a national center, located at the mouth of the Hudson River. The city experiences warm weather in June, September, and August. The coldest months are January and February. Old Tappan is part of the New York metropolitan area, which is the fourth largest metro area in the United States. It includes the island of Manhattan, as well as the eight-county area directly north.
The Census Bureau's 2006-2010 American Community Survey reports that the borough's median household income is $125,435 in 2010 inflation-adjusted dollars. Males made up 73.1% of the households, while females made up 16.1% of all households. Ten percent of households included senior citizens living alone.