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New Jersey District 12

Congressional District in NJ • 4 Counties

New Jersey's 12th congressional district is represented by Bonnie Watson Coleman, a Democratic U.S. representative. Coleman won the 2024 general election with 61.2% of the vote. The district has 778,950 residents, a median household income of $113,235 and a median age of 40.0, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

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Bonnie Watson Coleman

Representative for New Jersey District 12
Democratic11 years in office
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2026 election

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District Boundaries

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Demographics

778,950

Total Population

$113,235

Median Household Income

40.0

Median Age

26.0%

College Educated

9.0%

Poverty Rate

Racial & Ethnic Composition

40.8% Whi
15.7% Bla
22.8% His
20.0% Asi

Age Distribution

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Median age: 40.0 years

Household Income Distribution

Median household income: $113,235 | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Racial & Ethnic Composition

2024 Election Results

Bonnie Watson Coleman Democratic61.2%
Darius Mayfield Republican36.4%
Kim Meudt Other1.4%

Other candidates: 0.9%

Bonnie Watson Coleman won by 24.8%

321,660 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

Bonnie Watson Coleman

Major Counties

Mercer, Middlesex, Somerset and 1 more

Major Cities

Trenton, Princeton, Franklin Township

Neighboring Districts

Sources and method

· ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who represents New Jersey District 12?
Bonnie Watson Coleman (Democrat) currently represents New Jersey District 12 in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What counties are in New Jersey District 12?
New Jersey District 12 includes 4 counties: Mercer, Middlesex, Somerset, Union.
What are the major cities in New Jersey District 12?
The major cities in this district include Trenton, Princeton, Franklin Township.
What is the population of New Jersey District 12?
New Jersey District 12 has a population of approximately 778,950 residents.