New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
NY · 837 cities · 17,464,095 population
Largest Cities in New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro
New York, NY
Newark, NJ
Jersey City, NJ
Yonkers, NY
Paterson, NJ
Elizabeth, NJ
Stamford, CT
Toms River, NJ
Clifton, NJ
New Rochelle, NY
Mount Vernon, NY
Bayonne, NJ
The New York-Newark-Jersey City metropolitan area is the 1st largest metro area in the United States, with a total population of 17,464,095 spread across 837 cities and towns in NY. Anchored by New York, this metro area is a significant economic and cultural hub that draws residents and businesses from across the region.
Residents of the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area earn an average household income of $137,100, while the average home value sits at $675,862. Renters in the area pay an average of $2,137 per month, making the cost of living moderate compared to the national average. About 51.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the area's highly educated workforce.
The New York-Newark-Jersey City metro reports an average violent crime rate of 136.6 per 1,000 residents, which is above the national average. Property crime averages 1,779.1 per 1,000 residents across the metro. The area experiences an average annual temperature of 53.0°F, with distinct four-season weather. The average poverty rate across cities in this metro is 5.5%, indicating strong economic conditions.
With 837 distinct communities ranging from major urban centers to smaller suburban towns, the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area offers a wide variety of living options. The sheer number of cities provides prospective residents with diverse choices in terms of housing, schools, commute times, and neighborhood character. Explore the full list of cities below to find detailed data on population, income, housing costs, and more.
Metro Area Overview
Climate
| Avg Annual Temperature | 53.0°F |
| Avg January Temp | 31.1°F |
| Avg July Temp | 75.1°F |
| Avg Annual Precipitation | 47.0" |
Safety
| Avg Violent Crime Rate | 136.6 per 1K |
| Avg Property Crime Rate | 1779.1 per 1K |
Economy
| Avg Unemployment Rate | 5.4% |
| Avg Poverty Rate | 5.5% |
| Avg Median Age | 44.4 |