East Orange, NJ Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | East Orange | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 66,113 | 9,029,857 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 16832.9 | 1036.4 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 0.97% | 0.55% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 37.7 | 40.2 | 37.1 |
| Households | 28,088 | 3,476,039 | 128,459,983 |
Population in East Orange grew by 4.1% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 68,951 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
East Orange has a the economy index of D, which means it is barely prosperous.
| Metric | East Orange | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $59,783 | $101,200 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 6.26% | 4.63% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 10.3% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
The median household income in East Orange is about 41% lower than in New Jersey.
Housing
| Metric | East Orange | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $207,215 | $359,215 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,371 | $1,653 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 27.4% | 63.7% | 65.1% |
The median home price in East Orange is about 12.6 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,371 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
The most common departure window is 07:00 AM – 07:29 AM , followed by 08:00 AM – 08:29 AM .
| Metric | East Orange | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute time (min) | 30.9 | 26.6 | 22.5 |
| Work from home | 8.1% | 15.0% | 13.4% |
The average commute time in East Orange is 31 minutes, longer than the 27 minutes in New Jersey.
Education & Households
East Orange has a education index of D, which means it is barely educated.
| Metric | East Orange | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 20.8% | 39.6% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.41 | 2.61 | 2.54 |
Health
East Orange has a health index of C, which means it is somewhat healthy.
| Metric | East Orange | New Jersey Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 75.8 | 79.4 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 18.5% | 12.9% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 18.3% | 14.2% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Orange, New Jersey.
What is the population of East Orange, New Jersey?
The population of East Orange, New Jersey is 66,113, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of East Orange, New Jersey?
The population density of East Orange, New Jersey is 16832.9 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in East Orange, New Jersey?
The median household income in East Orange, New Jersey is $59,783, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in East Orange, New Jersey?
The median home price in East Orange, New Jersey is $207,215, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in East Orange, New Jersey?
The unemployment rate in East Orange, New Jersey is 10.3%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.