East Orange, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 6/10
directions_bus Transit 6/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Moderately Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but walking may be limited by distance, infrastructure, or availability of nearby amenities.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
69,183 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,872 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$315,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,286 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,256 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
25.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Essex County
6
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
4
New Jersey
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Essex County
4
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New Jersey
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 30
Feb 3 8 33
Mar 4 4 41
Apr 4 1 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 5 35

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 90% of residents leaning left and 7% leaning right.

Liberal (91%) (7%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 5%
Hillary Clinton 94%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, NJ State Senate District 34, NJ Assembly District 34, NJ
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Schools

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Colleges

Best Care College
<1 miles, NW
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Hospitals

East Orange General Hospital
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
The University Hospital
2 miles, S • 1.4 star
Clara Maass Medical Center
2 miles, E • 3.2 star
Saint Michael's Medical Center
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Laguardia Airport
18 miles, E • 4.6 star
John F Kennedy International Airport
24 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Westchester County Airport
34 miles, E • 1.4 star
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