New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
East Orange is a mid-size city in New Jersey with a population of 69,183. Residents earn $59,872 per year, which is 20% below the national average.
Based on current data, East Orange receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, long commute times. East Orange has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in East Orange is $59,872, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in East Orange is $315,500, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,372 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
With 707 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,699 per 100,000, near the national average.
22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
East Orange experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches, including 28.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 77.3% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 22.7% |
| 69% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $59,872 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,796 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,699 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $112,115 |
| Unemployment | 6.8% |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.8% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 23,692 |
| County GDP | $76,180M |
| Restaurants | 1,759 |
| Healthcare | 2,593 |
| Retail | 2,565 |
| Manufacturing | 603 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $16,276 |
| 365% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.16% |
| Commute Time | 35.5 min |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |
| Census Median | $315,500 |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $468,068 |
| Median List Price | $575,000 |
| Median List Price | $575,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $296 |
| Homes Sold | 22 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 105.5% |
| Price Drops | 4.8% |
| Inventory | 125 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,372 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,082 |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 27.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $16,276 |
| 365% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.16% |
| Obesity | 35.5% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.2% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.0% |
| Depression | 15.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,341/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,593 |
| Total Violent | 707.3/100K |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Murder | 3.1/100K |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Rape | 23.2/100K |
| Robbery | 288.8/100K |
| Assault | 392.2/100K |
| Total Property | 1,698.6/100K |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 480.3/100K |
| Theft | 849.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 369.1/100K |
| Arson | 21.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 51 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 54.8°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.4 inches |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 28.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 187 ft (57 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 17,604/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7651°N, 74.2117°W |
| County FIPS | 34013 |
Winner: Democrat by 44.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.9% |
| 32% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.5% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 17,604/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 34 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,593 |
| Restaurants | 1,759 |
| Retail Stores | 2,565 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 51 |
| Avg Commute | 35.5 min |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |