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New Jersey District 2

Congressional District in NJ • 4 Counties

New Jersey's 2nd congressional district is represented by Jefferson Van Drew, a Republican U.S. representative. Drew won the 2024 general election with 58.1% of the vote. The district has 783,815 residents, a median household income of $85,261 and a median age of 43.0, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

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Jefferson Van Drew

Representative for New Jersey District 2
Republican7 years in office
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2026 election

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District Boundaries

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Demographics

783,815

Total Population

$85,261

Median Household Income

43.0

Median Age

20.2%

College Educated

11.4%

Poverty Rate

Racial & Ethnic Composition

65.9% Whi
11.0% Bla
18.0% His
3.8% Asi

Age Distribution

Median age: 43.0 years | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Household Income Distribution

Median household income: $85,261 | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Racial & Ethnic Composition

2024 Election Results

Jefferson Van Drew Republican58.1%
Joseph F. Salerno Democratic41.2%
Thomas Cannavo Other0.7%

Jefferson Van Drew won by 16.9%

371,620 total votes cast

Source: MIT Election Data + Science Lab (MEDSL)

Employment by Occupation

Civilian employed population 16+ | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Federal Spending

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Quick Facts

Representative

Jefferson Van Drew

Major Counties

Atlantic, Cape May, Cumberland and 1 more

Major Cities

Atlantic City, Vineland, Cape May

Neighboring Districts

Sources and method

· ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who represents New Jersey District 2?
Jefferson Van Drew (Republican) currently represents New Jersey District 2 in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What counties are in New Jersey District 2?
New Jersey District 2 includes 4 counties: Atlantic, Cape May, Cumberland, Salem.
What are the major cities in New Jersey District 2?
The major cities in this district include Atlantic City, Vineland, Cape May.
What is the population of New Jersey District 2?
New Jersey District 2 has a population of approximately 783,815 residents.