New Jersey · Metropolitan Area
East Rutherford is a small city in New Jersey with a population of 10,154. Residents earn $91,789 per year, which is 22% above the national average.
Based on current data, East Rutherford receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. East Rutherford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in East Rutherford is $91,789, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in East Rutherford is $453,500, making it a premium housing market at 61% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,867 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
East Rutherford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 49.8% |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 50.2% |
| 275% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $91,789 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $48,209 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,825 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $95,813 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.1% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 19,208 |
| County GDP | $65,736M |
| Restaurants | 1,717 |
| Healthcare | 1,603 |
| Retail | 2,080 |
| Manufacturing | 335 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,434 |
| 198% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.30% |
| Commute Time | 33.2 min |
| Work from Home | 15.4% |
| Census Median | $453,500 |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $618,650 |
| Median List Price | $799,000 |
| Median List Price | $799,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $329 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.8% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 8 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,867 |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,893 |
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
| Owner-Occupied | 35.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,434 |
| 198% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.30% |
| Obesity | 26.7% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.1% |
| Asthma | 8.4% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.8% |
| Depression | 15.3% |
| Mental Distress | 15.7% |
| Physical Distress | 10.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,244/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,603 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Annual Average | 55.4°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.3 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 4 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,737/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8171°N, 74.0850°W |
| County FIPS | 34017 |
Winner: Democrat by 28.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 45.0% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.1% |
| School Test Score | 6.24 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,737/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 25 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,603 |
| Restaurants | 1,717 |
| Retail Stores | 2,080 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 15 |
| Avg Commute | 33.2 min |
| Work from Home | 15.4% |