Orange, MA

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Orange Overview

3,731
TOTAL POPULATION
1,830
MALE POPULATION
1,901
FEMALE POPULATION
96.27
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.88
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,526
PER CAPITA INCOME
$71,985
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$55,558
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
3.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
96.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,452
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,828
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
59.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
13.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Orange Area Codes

Race in Orange

The most populous races in Orange are White / Caucasian (3,407 | 91.3%), Two or more Races (257 | 6.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (206 | 5.5%).
Race in Orange
Race# Population% Population
Asian210.6%
Black / African American350.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2065.5%
Native / Alaskan110.3%
White / Caucasian3,40791.3%
Two or more Races2576.9%
Some other Race00.0%
Total3,731100.0%

Ancestry in Orange

The most populous ancestries reported in Orange are Irish (531 | 14.2%), French Canadian (430 | 11.5%), English (406 | 10.9%), American (308 | 8.3%), and Italian (289 | 7.7%), together accounting for 52.6% of all Orange residents.
Ancestry in Orange
Ancestry# Population% Population
African300.8%
American3088.3%
Armenian140.4%
Austrian441.2%
British641.7%
Cherokee80.2%
Colombian1393.7%
Dutch411.1%
English40610.9%
European962.6%
Finnish210.6%
French2506.7%
French American Indian20.1%
French Canadian43011.5%
German1052.8%
Greek130.4%
Irish53114.2%
Italian2897.7%
Lithuanian671.8%
Mexican140.4%
Norwegian350.9%
Polish1072.9%
Portuguese50.1%
Puerto Rican210.6%
Russian140.4%
Scotch-Irish340.9%
Scottish481.3%
South American1453.9%
Spaniard260.7%
Sri Lankan210.6%
Subsaharan African300.8%
Swedish240.6%
Swiss100.3%
Thai230.6%
Turkish140.4%
U.S. Virgin Islander100.3%
Ukrainian170.5%
Venezuelan60.2%
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Immigrants in Orange

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Orange came from Latin America (76 | 2.0%), South America (76 | 2.0%), Europe (69 | 1.8%), Colombia (67 | 1.8%), and Western Europe (32 | 0.9%), together accounting for 8.6% of all Orange residents.
Immigrants in Orange
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa50.1%
Asia210.6%
Australia140.4%
Austria150.4%
Brazil90.2%
Canada130.4%
Colombia671.8%
Czechoslovakia110.3%
Eastern Asia210.6%
Eastern Europe110.3%
Europe691.8%
Germany170.5%
Ghana50.1%
Japan210.6%
Latin America762.0%
Northern Europe130.4%
Oceania140.4%
South America762.0%
Southern Europe130.4%
Spain130.4%
Western Africa50.1%
Western Europe320.9%
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Sex and Age in Orange

Sex and Age in Orange

The most populous age groups in Orange are 30 to 34 Years (186 | 10.2%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (207 | 10.9%) for women.
Sex and Age in Orange
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years82 (4.5%)96 (5.1%)
5 to 9 Years110 (6.0%)59 (3.1%)
10 to 14 Years81 (4.4%)190 (10.0%)
15 to 19 Years139 (7.6%)87 (4.6%)
20 to 24 Years113 (6.2%)82 (4.3%)
25 to 29 Years112 (6.1%)155 (8.2%)
30 to 34 Years186 (10.2%)128 (6.7%)
35 to 39 Years67 (3.7%)129 (6.8%)
40 to 44 Years100 (5.5%)112 (5.9%)
45 to 49 Years184 (10.1%)201 (10.6%)
50 to 54 Years109 (6.0%)33 (1.7%)
55 to 59 Years72 (3.9%)127 (6.7%)
60 to 64 Years142 (7.8%)207 (10.9%)
65 to 69 Years182 (10.0%)127 (6.7%)
70 to 74 Years87 (4.8%)86 (4.5%)
75 to 79 Years30 (1.6%)16 (0.8%)
80 to 84 Years27 (1.5%)28 (1.5%)
85 Years and over7 (0.4%)38 (2.0%)
Total1,830 (100.0%)1,901 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Orange

Median Family Size in Orange

The median family size in Orange is 3.33 persons per family, with single male/father families (36 | 4.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.67 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (185 | 20.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.35 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Orange
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple664 (75.0%)3.59
Single Male/Father36 (4.1%)3.67
Single Female/Mother185 (20.9%)2.35
Total Families885 (100.0%)3.33

Median Household Size in Orange

The median household size in Orange is 2.52 persons per household, with single male/father households (36 | 2.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.67 persons per household. non-family households (580 | 39.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Orange
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple664 (45.3%)3.63
Single Male/Father36 (2.5%)3.67
Single Female/Mother185 (12.6%)2.49
Non-family580 (39.6%)1.18
Total Households1,465 (100.0%)2.52

Household Size by Marriage Status in Orange

Out of a total of 1,465 households in Orange, 885 (60.4%) are family households, while 580 (39.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 317, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 481.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Orange
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-481 (32.8%)
2-Person Households317 (21.6%)85 (5.8%)
3-Person Households309 (21.1%)14 (1.0%)
4-Person Households153 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households51 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households31 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households24 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total885 (60.4%)580 (39.6%)

Female Fertility in Orange

Fertility by Age in Orange

Average fertility rate in Orange is 121.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 296.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Orange
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years108 (100.0%)296.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total108 (100.0%)121.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Orange

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Orange
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years108 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total108 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Orange

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Orange
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma90 (83.3%)233.0
College or Associate's Degree8 (7.4%)32.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree10 (9.3%)204.0
Total108 (100.0%)121.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Orange

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Orange
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total108 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Orange

Income Overview in Orange

Per Capita Income in Orange is $28,526, while median incomes of families and households are $71,985 and $55,558 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,731$28,526
Median Family Income885$71,985
Mean Family Income885$79,613
Median Household Income1,465$55,558
Mean Household Income1,465$68,729
Income Deficit885$11,452
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,7313.33%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,73196.67¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,7310.38

Earnings by Sex in Orange

Average Earnings in Orange are $38,039, $39,010 for men and $37,711 for women, a difference of 3.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Orange
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male907 (48.5%)$39,010
Female964 (51.5%)$37,711
Total1,871 (100.0%)$38,039

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Orange

The most common earnings brackets in Orange are $2,499 or less for men (100 | 11.0%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (146 | 15.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Orange
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less100 (11.0%)28 (2.9%)
$2,500 to $4,99910 (1.1%)42 (4.4%)
$5,000 to $7,49954 (5.9%)25 (2.6%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4996 (0.7%)21 (2.2%)
$12,500 to $14,99959 (6.5%)10 (1.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49913 (1.4%)10 (1.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49931 (3.4%)51 (5.3%)
$22,500 to $24,99927 (3.0%)66 (6.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99931 (3.4%)54 (5.6%)
$30,000 to $34,99956 (6.2%)146 (15.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99976 (8.4%)94 (9.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99927 (3.0%)68 (7.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99974 (8.2%)90 (9.3%)
$50,000 to $54,99968 (7.5%)134 (13.9%)
$55,000 to $64,99942 (4.6%)30 (3.1%)
$65,000 to $74,99990 (9.9%)39 (4.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99964 (7.1%)56 (5.8%)
$100,000+79 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total907 (100.0%)964 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Orange

Average earnings in Orange are $40,536 for men and $39,049 for women, a difference of 3.7%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $71,346, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $35,553. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $46,346, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $32,951.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Orange
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$35,553$46,346
College or Associate's Degree$44,615$32,951
Bachelor's Degree$71,346$39,180
Graduate Degree$49,327$46,140
Total$40,536$39,049

Family Income in Orange

Family Income Brackets in Orange

According to the Orange family income data, there are 238 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Orange
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000202.3%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99911513.0%
$25,000 to $34,999859.6%
$35,000 to $49,999677.6%
$50,000 to $74,99917219.4%
$75,000 to $99,99912714.4%
$100,000 to $149,99923826.9%
$150,000 to $199,999364.1%
$200,000+252.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Orange

5-person families (51 | 5.8%) account for the highest median family income in Orange with $106,719 per family, while 2-person families (346 | 39.1%) have the highest median income of $35,294 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Orange
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families346 (39.1%)$70,588
3-Person Families280 (31.6%)$85,000
4-Person Families153 (17.3%)$51,360
5-Person Families51 (5.8%)$106,719
6-Person Families31 (3.5%)$0
7+ Person Families24 (2.7%)$0
Total885 (100.0%)$71,985

Family Income by Number of Earners in Orange

Family Income by Number of Earners in Orange
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners162 (18.3%)$0
1 Earner214 (24.2%)$45,278
2 Earners418 (47.2%)$111,136
3+ Earners91 (10.3%)$0
Total885 (100.0%)$71,985

Household Income in Orange

Household Income Brackets in Orange

With 319 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Orange, accounting for 21.8% of all households. In contrast, only 23 households (1.6%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Orange
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000231.6%
$10,000 to $14,999372.5%
$15,000 to $24,99924616.8%
$25,000 to $34,99918512.6%
$35,000 to $49,999956.5%
$50,000 to $74,99931921.8%
$75,000 to $99,99922715.5%
$100,000 to $149,99925517.4%
$150,000 to $199,999563.8%
$200,000+251.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Orange

The median household income in Orange is $55,558, with the highest median household income of $65,313 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 363 households (24.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 83 households (5.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Orange
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years83 (5.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years363 (24.8%)$65,313
45 to 64 Years561 (38.3%)$54,107
65+ Years458 (31.3%)$47,500
Total1,465 (100.0%)$55,558

Poverty in Orange

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Orange

With 19.1% poverty level for males and 17.7% for females among the residents of Orange, 15 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 28 males (100.0%) and 73 females (57.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Orange
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years14 (17.1%)17 (17.7%)
5 Years19 (59.4%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years61 (48.8%)73 (57.5%)
12 to 14 Years14 (42.4%)42 (34.4%)
15 Years28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years13 (8.4%)27 (21.3%)
25 to 34 Years95 (31.9%)12 (4.2%)
35 to 44 Years13 (7.8%)56 (23.2%)
45 to 54 Years68 (23.2%)24 (10.3%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)85 (25.5%)
65 to 74 Years20 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total349 (19.1%)336 (17.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Orange

According to the poverty statistics in Orange, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Orange
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years68 (82.9%)79 (82.3%)
5 Years13 (40.6%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years64 (51.2%)54 (42.5%)
12 to 14 Years19 (57.6%)80 (65.6%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years70 (100.0%)34 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years141 (91.6%)100 (78.7%)
25 to 34 Years203 (68.1%)271 (95.8%)
35 to 44 Years154 (92.2%)185 (76.8%)
45 to 54 Years225 (76.8%)210 (89.7%)
55 to 64 Years214 (100.0%)249 (74.6%)
65 to 74 Years249 (92.6%)213 (100.0%)
75 Years and over60 (93.8%)82 (100.0%)
Total1,480 (80.9%)1,565 (82.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Orange

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Orange show that 13.4% or 89 of the total 664 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 24 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Orange
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children291 (89.3%)35 (10.7%)
1 or 2 Children257 (89.5%)30 (10.4%)
3 or 4 Children27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Total575 (86.6%)89 (13.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Orange

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Orange
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)35 (27.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)35 (18.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Orange

The poverty data for Orange shows that 89 of the married-couple family households (13.4%) and 35 of the single-parent households (15.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 35 household (25.6%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Orange
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children35 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children30 (10.4%)35 (25.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total89 (13.4%)35 (15.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Orange

Employment by Class of Employer in Orange

Among the 1,592 employed individuals in Orange, private company employees (982 | 61.7%), state government employees (198 | 12.4%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (144 | 9.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Orange
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees98261.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)110.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1449.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations1408.8%
Local Government Employees1177.3%
State Government Employees19812.4%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,592100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Orange

According to the labor force statistics for Orange, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,077), 59.4% or 1,828 individuals are in the labor force, with 13.0% or 238 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 91.8% or 245 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 36.7% or 90 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Orange
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years41 (21.6%)14 (34.1%)
20 to 24 Years174 (89.2%)44 (25.3%)
25 to 29 Years245 (91.8%)90 (36.7%)
30 to 34 Years276 (87.9%)22 (8.0%)
35 to 44 Years322 (78.9%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years383 (72.7%)18 (4.7%)
55 to 59 Years177 (88.9%)35 (19.8%)
60 to 64 Years96 (27.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years115 (23.9%)14 (12.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,828 (59.4%)238 (13.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Orange

According to labor force statistics for Orange, 72.6% of individuals (1,498) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,064) are in the labor force, with 11.0% or 165 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 94.6% or 283 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 13.9% or 75 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Orange
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School24 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma651 (67.0%)134 (13.8%)
College / Associate Degree541 (83.9%)90 (13.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher283 (94.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,498 (72.6%)227 (11.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Orange

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Orange are Community & Social Service (259 | 16.3%), Education, Arts & Media (135 | 8.5%), Management (81 | 5.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (74 | 4.6%), and Education Instruction & Library (66 | 4.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Orange

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Orange, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (71.4%), and Legal Services & Support (53.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (93.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Orange
OccupationMaleFemale
Management23 (28.4%)58 (71.6%)
Business & Financial16 (50.0%)16 (50.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science12 (30.8%)27 (69.2%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering5 (71.4%)2 (28.6%)
Life, Physical & Social Science7 (21.9%)25 (78.1%)
Community & Social Service 107 (41.3%)152 (58.7%)
Education, Arts & Media62 (45.9%)73 (54.1%)
Legal Services & Support15 (53.6%)13 (46.4%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)66 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment30 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating5 (6.8%)69 (93.2%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
Total (Category)163 (33.6%)322 (66.4%)
Total (Overall)792 (49.7%)800 (50.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Orange are Healthcare Support (115 | 7.2%), Security & Protection (100 | 6.3%), Food Preparation & Serving (81 | 5.1%), Law Enforcement (61 | 3.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (39 | 2.5%).
Services Occupations in Orange

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Orange, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), and Security & Protection (69.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (87.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (79.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Orange
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support14 (12.2%)101 (87.8%)
Security & Protection69 (69.0%)31 (31.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention8 (20.5%)31 (79.5%)
Law Enforcement61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving35 (43.2%)46 (56.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Total (Category)147 (43.1%)194 (56.9%)
Total (Overall)792 (49.7%)800 (50.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Orange are Office & Administration (113 | 7.1%), and Sales & Related (41 | 2.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Orange

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Orange
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related27 (65.8%)14 (34.2%)
Office & Administration8 (7.1%)105 (92.9%)
Total (Category)35 (22.7%)119 (77.3%)
Total (Overall)792 (49.7%)800 (50.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Orange are Construction & Extraction (82 | 5.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (61 | 3.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Orange

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Orange
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction69 (84.2%)13 (15.9%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)130 (90.9%)13 (9.1%)
Total (Overall)792 (49.7%)800 (50.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Orange are Production (287 | 18.0%), Transportation (94 | 5.9%), and Material Moving (88 | 5.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Orange

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Orange
OccupationMaleFemale
Production198 (69.0%)89 (31.0%)
Transportation87 (92.5%)7 (7.4%)
Material Moving32 (36.4%)56 (63.6%)
Total (Category)317 (67.6%)152 (32.4%)
Total (Overall)792 (49.7%)800 (50.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Orange

Employment Industries in Orange

The major employment industries in Orange include Health Care & Social Assistance (357 | 22.4%), Manufacturing (332 | 20.8%), Educational Services (192 | 12.1%), Construction (141 | 8.9%), and Retail Trade (123 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries in Orange

Employment Industries by Sex in Orange

The Orange industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Construction (90.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Educational Services (79.7%), and Accommodation & Food Services (73.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Orange
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction128 (90.8%)13 (9.2%)
Manufacturing203 (61.1%)129 (38.9%)
Wholesale Trade4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade73 (59.4%)50 (40.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing26 (35.6%)47 (64.4%)
Utilities10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information21 (60.0%)14 (40.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific26 (49.1%)27 (50.9%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support61 (78.2%)17 (21.8%)
Educational Services39 (20.3%)153 (79.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance99 (27.7%)258 (72.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation19 (70.4%)8 (29.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services17 (27.0%)46 (73.0%)
Public Administration61 (89.7%)7 (10.3%)
Total792 (49.7%)800 (50.2%)

Education in Orange

School Enrollment in Orange

The most common levels of schooling among the 683 students in Orange are middle school (216 | 31.6%), high school (136 | 19.9%), and college / undergraduate (112 | 16.4%).
School Enrollment in Orange
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool507.3%
Kindergarten8011.7%
Elementary School8111.9%
Middle School21631.6%
High School13619.9%
College / Undergraduate11216.4%
Graduate / Professional81.2%
Total683100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Orange

Out of a total of 683 students who are enrolled in schools in Orange, 106 (15.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 577 (84.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 25 (67.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 18 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Orange
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds12 (32.4%)25 (67.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old118 (78.7%)32 (21.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds259 (99.6%)1 (0.4%)
15 to 17 Year Olds70 (79.5%)18 (20.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds31 (63.3%)18 (36.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over22 (64.7%)12 (35.3%)
Total577 (84.5%)106 (15.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Orange

Arts & humanities (66 | 14.3%), business (62 | 13.4%), social sciences (59 | 12.8%), education (56 | 12.1%), and psychology (55 | 11.9%) are the most common fields of study among 462 individuals in Orange who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Orange
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics183.9%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural71.5%
Physical & Health Sciences40.9%
Psychology5511.9%
Social Sciences5912.8%
Engineering173.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies102.2%
Science & Technology337.1%
Business6213.4%
Education5612.1%
Literature & Languages306.5%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts235.0%
Communications224.8%
Arts & Humanities6614.3%
Total462100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Orange

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Orange

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Orange are males with 2 vehicles (350, accounting for 44.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (448, making up 43.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Orange
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle4 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle184 (23.2%)130 (16.3%)
2 Vehicles350 (44.2%)448 (56.0%)
3 Vehicles94 (11.9%)127 (15.9%)
4 Vehicles146 (18.4%)40 (5.0%)
5 or more Vehicles14 (1.8%)55 (6.9%)
Total792 (100.0%)800 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Orange

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Orange are 5 to 9 minutes (235 commuters, 15.3%), 30 to 34 minutes (203 commuters, 13.3%), and 15 to 19 minutes (186 commuters, 12.1%).
Commute Time in Orange
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes342.2%
5 to 9 Minutes23515.3%
10 to 14 Minutes18311.9%
15 to 19 Minutes18612.1%
20 to 24 Minutes16510.8%
25 to 29 Minutes805.2%
30 to 34 Minutes20313.3%
35 to 39 Minutes724.7%
40 to 44 Minutes1469.5%
45 to 59 Minutes946.1%
60 to 89 Minutes624.1%
90 or more Minutes724.7%

Commute Time by Sex in Orange

The most common commute times in Orange are 5 to 9 minutes (113 commuters, 14.4%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (144 commuters, 19.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Orange
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes13 (1.7%)21 (2.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes113 (14.4%)122 (16.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes98 (12.5%)85 (11.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes42 (5.3%)144 (19.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes110 (14.0%)55 (7.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes60 (7.6%)20 (2.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes69 (8.8%)134 (17.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes65 (8.3%)7 (0.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes74 (9.4%)72 (9.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes86 (11.0%)8 (1.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes16 (2.0%)46 (6.2%)
90 or more Minutes39 (5.0%)33 (4.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Orange

The most frequent times of departure to work in Orange are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (150, 19.1%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (190, 25.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Orange
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM47 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM105 (13.4%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM22 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM91 (11.6%)7 (0.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM63 (8.0%)34 (4.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM91 (11.6%)140 (18.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM42 (5.3%)81 (10.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM29 (3.7%)190 (25.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM20 (2.5%)22 (2.9%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM21 (2.7%)119 (15.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM5 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM150 (19.1%)89 (11.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM99 (12.6%)65 (8.7%)
Total785 (100.0%)747 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Orange

Occupancy by Ownership in Orange

Of the total 1,465 dwellings in Orange, owner-occupied units account for 1,010 (68.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 455 (31.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Orange
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,01068.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units45531.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,465100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Orange

Occupancy by Household Size in Orange
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household48132.8%
2-Person Household40227.4%
3-Person Household32322.1%
4+ Person Household25917.7%
Total Housing Units1,465100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Orange

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Orange
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household250 (52.0%)231 (48.0%)
2-Person Household288 (71.6%)114 (28.4%)
3-Person Household221 (68.4%)102 (31.6%)
4+ Person Household251 (96.9%)8 (3.1%)
Total Housing Units1,010 (68.9%)455 (31.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Orange

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Orange
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School29 (58.0%)21 (42.0%)
High School Diploma325 (55.9%)256 (44.1%)
College/Associate Degree457 (73.7%)163 (26.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher199 (93.0%)15 (7.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Orange

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Orange
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years28019.1%
35 to 44 Years16611.3%
45 to 54 Years21914.9%
55 to 64 Years34223.3%
65 to 74 Years35324.1%
75 to 84 Years604.1%
85 Years and Over453.1%
Total1,465100.0%

Housing Finances in Orange

Median Income by Occupancy in Orange

Median Income by Occupancy in Orange
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,010 (68.9%)$74,459
Renter-Occupied455 (31.1%)$32,557
Average1,465 (100.0%)$55,558

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Orange

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Orange
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00013 (1.3%)10 (2.2%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99912 (1.2%)24 (5.3%)
$15,000 to $19,99958 (5.7%)51 (11.2%)
$20,000 to $24,99939 (3.9%)98 (21.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999118 (11.7%)66 (14.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99943 (4.3%)52 (11.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999230 (22.8%)89 (19.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999222 (22.0%)5 (1.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999205 (20.3%)50 (11.0%)
$150,000 or more70 (6.9%)10 (2.2%)
Total1,010 (100.0%)455 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Orange

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Orange
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30010 (1.0%)9 (2.0%)
$300 to $49971 (7.0%)32 (7.0%)
$500 to $79986 (8.5%)79 (17.4%)
$800 to $999167 (16.5%)106 (23.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499280 (27.7%)126 (27.7%)
$1,500 to $1,999216 (21.4%)68 (14.9%)
$2,000 to $2,499108 (10.7%)22 (4.8%)
$2,500 to $2,99939 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more33 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,010 (100.0%)455 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Orange

Housing Structures in Orange

Housing Structures in Orange
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached96766.0%
Single Unit, Attached70.5%
2 Unit Apartments15310.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments16611.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments16411.2%
10 or more Apartments40.3%
Mobile Home / Other40.3%
Total1,465100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Orange

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Orange
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached868 (89.8%)99 (10.2%)
Single Unit, Attached7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments100 (65.4%)53 (34.6%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments22 (13.3%)144 (86.8%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments9 (5.5%)155 (94.5%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,010 (68.9%)455 (31.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Orange

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Orange
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms27 (2.7%)140 (30.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms161 (15.9%)183 (40.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms461 (45.6%)83 (18.2%)
8 or more Rooms361 (35.7%)49 (10.8%)
Total1,010 (100.0%)455 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Orange

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Orange
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas23 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas21 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity41 (4.1%)134 (29.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene839 (83.1%)279 (61.3%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels86 (8.5%)42 (9.2%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,010 (100.0%)455 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Orange

Household Vehicle Usage in Orange
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle50 (5.0%)86 (18.9%)
1 Vehicle243 (24.1%)250 (54.9%)
2 Vehicles464 (45.9%)111 (24.4%)
3 or more Vehicles253 (25.1%)8 (1.8%)
Total1,010 (100.0%)455 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Orange

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Orange

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units273737
Median Property Value$172,800$208,800
Median Household Income$56,708$51
Monthly Housing Costs$677$33
Real Estate Taxes$3,186$20

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Orange

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Orange
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00016 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99910 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999220 (80.6%)615 (83.5%)
$300,000 to $499,99927 (9.9%)75 (10.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)47 (6.4%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total273 (100.0%)737 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Orange

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Orange
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)18 (2.4%)
$10,000 to $24,99942 (15.4%)13 (1.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99974 (27.1%)67 (9.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)44 (6.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99967 (24.5%)43 (5.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99935 (12.8%)163 (22.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99936 (13.2%)187 (25.4%)
$150,000 or more19 (7.0%)169 (22.9%)
Total273 (100.0%)737 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Orange

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Orange
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x46 (16.9%)82,344 (11,172.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x105 (38.5%)282 (38.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x14 (5.1%)143 (19.4%)
4.0x or more108 (39.6%)55 (7.5%)
Total273 (100.0%)737 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Orange

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Orange
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80022 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)7 (0.9%)
$800 to $1,499251 (91.9%)9 (1.2%)
Total273 (100.0%)737 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Orange

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orange

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orange
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years210 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years557 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years315 (96.0%)13 (4.0%)
26 to 34 Years524 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years408 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years506 (96.0%)21 (4.0%)
55 to 64 Years525 (95.8%)23 (4.2%)
65 to 74 Years482 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older146 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,673 (98.5%)57 (1.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Orange

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Orange
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born210 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen557 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen315 (96.0%)13 (4.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Orange

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Orange
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000523 (97.2%)15 (2.8%)
$25,000 to $49,999571 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999975 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999495 (98.4%)8 (1.6%)
$100,000 and over1,071 (96.9%)34 (3.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orange

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Orange
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 692 (43.8%)191 (90.9%)
6 to 18 Years374 (67.1%)357 (64.1%)
19 to 25 Years159 (48.5%)242 (73.8%)
25 to 34 Years165 (31.5%)364 (69.5%)
35 to 44 Years98 (24.0%)336 (82.4%)
45 to 54 Years212 (40.2%)350 (66.4%)
55 to 64 Years161 (29.4%)433 (79.0%)
65 to 74 Years431 (89.4%)328 (68.0%)
75 Years and over146 (100.0%)86 (58.9%)
Total1,838 (49.3%)2,687 (72.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Orange

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Orange
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years90 (31.2%)70 (24.0%)
18 to 34 Years136 (30.1%)69 (16.8%)
35 to 64 Years136 (20.2%)142 (17.5%)
65 to 74 Years130 (48.3%)52 (24.4%)
75 Years and over27 (42.2%)13 (15.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Orange

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Orange: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years62 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years12 (1.8%)20 (2.5%)
65 to 74 Years61 (22.7%)11 (5.2%)
75 Years and over24 (37.5%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Orange: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years9 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)21 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Orange: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years64 (22.2%)28 (9.6%)
18 to 34 Years33 (7.3%)69 (16.8%)
35 to 64 Years84 (12.5%)61 (7.5%)
65 to 74 Years24 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Orange: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years24 (8.3%)8 (2.8%)
18 to 34 Years6 (1.3%)5 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years44 (6.5%)78 (9.6%)
65 to 74 Years54 (20.1%)27 (12.7%)
75 Years and over10 (15.6%)13 (15.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Orange: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years24 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)5 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years14 (2.1%)29 (3.6%)
65 to 74 Years42 (15.6%)14 (6.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)13 (15.9%)

Technology Access in Orange

Computing Device Access in Orange

Computing Device Access in Orange
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,06872.9%
Smartphone1,14878.4%
Tablet82656.4%
No Computing Device1117.6%
Total1,465100.0%

Internet Access in Orange

Internet Access in Orange
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,22983.9%
Cellular Data Only886.0%
Satellite Internet372.5%
No Internet14810.1%
Total1,465100.0%

Orange Summary

Orange, Massachusetts is a small town located in the north-central part of the state, about 40 miles northwest of Boston. It is part of the Franklin County region and is bordered by the towns of Athol, Royalston, Warwick, and Erving. The town has a population of about 8,000 people and covers an area of about 24 square miles.

History

The area that is now Orange was originally inhabited by the Nipmuc tribe, who called the area Quabaug, meaning “place of many rocks”. The first European settlers arrived in the area in 1746, and the town was officially incorporated in 1783. The town was named after William of Orange, the Prince of Orange and the King of England at the time.
In the 19th century, Orange was an agricultural community, with many farms producing dairy, apples, and other crops. The town also had several mills, including a grist mill, a saw mill, and a paper mill. The town was also home to several factories, including a shoe factory, a woolen mill, and a paper mill.

Geography

Orange is located in north-central Massachusetts, about 40 miles northwest of Boston. The town is bordered by the towns of Athol, Royalston, Warwick, and Erving. The town is located in the Connecticut River Valley, and is surrounded by hills and mountains. The highest point in the town is the summit of Mount Toby, which is 1,092 feet above sea level.
The town is drained by several rivers, including the Millers River, the Quinebaug River, and the Ware River. The town is also home to several ponds, including Lake Mattawa, Lake Rohunta, and Lake Wyola.

Economy

Orange is a rural town, and the economy is largely based on agriculture and tourism. The town is home to several farms, which produce dairy, apples, and other crops. The town is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a shoe factory, and a woolen mill. The town is also home to several technology companies, including a software development company and a medical device manufacturer.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Orange was 8,000 people. The racial makeup of the town was 94.3% White, 1.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median household income in Orange was $60,000, and the median family income was $68,000. The per capita income was $25,000. About 8.5% of the population was below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Orange?
Total Population of Orange is 3,731.
What is the Total Male Population of Orange?
Total Male Population of Orange is 1,830.
What is the Total Female Population of Orange?
Total Female Population of Orange is 1,901.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Orange?
There are 96.27 Males per 100 Females in Orange.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Orange?
There are 103.88 Females per 100 Males in Orange.
What is the Median Population Age in Orange?
Median Population Age in Orange is 41.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Orange
Average Family Size in Orange is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Orange
Average Household Size in Orange is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Orange?
Per Capita income in Orange is $28,526.
What is the Median Family Income in Orange?
Median Family Income in Orange is $71,985.
What is the Median Household income in Orange?
Median Household Income in Orange is $55,558.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Orange?
Income or Wage Gap in Orange is 3.3%.
Women in Orange earn 96.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Orange?
Family Income Deficit in Orange is $11,452.
Families that are below poverty line in Orange earn $11,452 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Orange?
Inequality or Gini Index in Orange is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Orange?
There are 1,828 People in the Labor Forcein in Orange.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Orange?
59.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Orange.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Orange?
Unemployment Rate in Orange is 13.0%.