East Orange, NJ

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East Orange Overview

68,879
TOTAL POPULATION
31,325
MALE POPULATION
37,554
FEMALE POPULATION
83.41
MALES / 100 FEMALES
119.89
FEMALES / 100 MALES
35.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,503
PER CAPITA INCOME
$73,510
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$58,659
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
4.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
95.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,046
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
36,056
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
11.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

East Orange Zip Codes

East Orange Area Codes

Race in East Orange

The most populous races in East Orange are Black / African American (55,532 | 80.6%), Hispanic or Latino (7,895 | 11.5%), and Some other Race (5,692 | 8.3%).
Race in East Orange
Race# Population% Population
Asian1,0851.6%
Black / African American55,53280.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific700.1%
Hispanic or Latino7,89511.5%
Native / Alaskan1450.2%
White / Caucasian2,0443.0%
Two or more Races4,3116.3%
Some other Race5,6928.3%
Total68,879100.0%

Ancestry in East Orange

The most populous ancestries reported in East Orange are Subsaharan African (4,762 | 6.9%), Jamaican (4,400 | 6.4%), Haitian (3,961 | 5.8%), Guyanese (3,606 | 5.2%), and Dominican (2,923 | 4.2%), together accounting for 28.5% of all East Orange residents.
Ancestry in East Orange
Ancestry# Population% Population
African9521.4%
American2,1613.1%
Apache150.0%
Arab1280.2%
Bahamian170.0%
Barbadian4760.7%
Belizean310.1%
Bermudan750.1%
Bhutanese80.0%
Blackfeet160.0%
Brazilian410.1%
British1560.2%
British West Indian6621.0%
Burmese220.0%
Cambodian330.1%
Cape Verdean70.0%
Central American4590.7%
Central American Indian280.0%
Cherokee1740.3%
Choctaw180.0%
Colombian3060.4%
Cuban1180.2%
Delaware1270.2%
Dominican2,9234.2%
Eastern European160.0%
Ecuadorian5220.8%
English1870.3%
Ethiopian170.0%
Fijian400.1%
Filipino130.0%
French850.1%
German4390.6%
Ghanaian8751.3%
Greek50.0%
Guatemalan2010.3%
Guyanese3,6065.2%
Haitian3,9615.8%
Indian (Asian)640.1%
Irish4250.6%
Italian4190.6%
Jamaican4,4006.4%
Kenyan140.0%
Korean1250.2%
Liberian920.1%
Mexican4180.6%
Moroccan940.1%
Nigerian1,8052.6%
Panamanian2430.4%
Paraguayan110.0%
Peruvian1920.3%
Polish440.1%
Portuguese740.1%
Puerto Rican2,5773.7%
Russian710.1%
Salvadoran150.0%
Scottish1160.2%
Seminole510.1%
Sierra Leonean240.0%
Slavic390.1%
Slovak160.0%
South African170.0%
South American1,2321.8%
South American Indian150.0%
Spaniard60.0%
Spanish90.0%
Sri Lankan860.1%
Subsaharan African4,7626.9%
Sudanese770.1%
Thai9521.4%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian1,2401.8%
U.S. Virgin Islander1820.3%
Ugandan140.0%
Uruguayan740.1%
Venezuelan1210.2%
West Indian5020.7%
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Immigrants in East Orange

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in East Orange came from Latin America (16,319 | 23.7%), Caribbean (11,676 | 17.0%), Jamaica (4,057 | 5.9%), South America (3,999 | 5.8%), and Africa (3,506 | 5.1%), together accounting for 57.4% of all East Orange residents.
Immigrants in East Orange
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa3,5065.1%
Asia5240.8%
Austria390.1%
Barbados1210.2%
Belize450.1%
Brazil1460.2%
Cameroon2410.4%
Canada80.0%
Caribbean11,67617.0%
Central America6440.9%
China520.1%
Colombia450.1%
Cuba20.0%
Dominica2360.3%
Dominican Republic1,8472.7%
Eastern Africa1960.3%
Eastern Asia740.1%
Ecuador3550.5%
El Salvador150.0%
England210.0%
Ethiopia170.0%
Europe2360.3%
Germany160.0%
Ghana6781.0%
Grenada1700.3%
Guatemala1390.2%
Guyana3,2254.7%
Haiti3,3274.8%
Honduras150.0%
India2390.4%
Israel200.0%
Italy10.0%
Jamaica4,0575.9%
Kenya550.1%
Korea220.0%
Latin America16,31923.7%
Liberia830.1%
Mexico3510.5%
Middle Africa2720.4%
Morocco450.1%
Nigeria1,1131.6%
Northern Africa870.1%
Northern Europe1350.2%
Panama790.1%
Peru910.1%
Philippines1180.2%
Portugal120.0%
Scotland150.0%
Senegal1870.3%
Sierra Leone830.1%
South Africa170.0%
South America3,9995.8%
South Central Asia2720.4%
South Eastern Asia1580.2%
Southern Europe460.1%
Spain330.1%
Sri Lanka330.1%
St. Vincent and the Grenadines580.1%
Sudan320.1%
Trinidad and Tobago1,2101.8%
Uganda70.0%
Uruguay340.1%
Venezuela820.1%
Vietnam400.1%
West Indies840.1%
Western Africa2,6223.8%
Western Asia200.0%
Western Europe550.1%
Zaire310.1%
Zimbabwe900.1%
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Sex and Age in East Orange

Sex and Age in East Orange

The most populous age groups in East Orange are 30 to 34 Years (3,065 | 9.8%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (3,456 | 9.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in East Orange
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2,636 (8.4%)2,281 (6.1%)
5 to 9 Years2,317 (7.4%)2,495 (6.6%)
10 to 14 Years1,935 (6.2%)2,328 (6.2%)
15 to 19 Years1,749 (5.6%)1,949 (5.2%)
20 to 24 Years2,007 (6.4%)2,070 (5.5%)
25 to 29 Years2,776 (8.9%)3,456 (9.2%)
30 to 34 Years3,065 (9.8%)3,229 (8.6%)
35 to 39 Years1,987 (6.3%)2,479 (6.6%)
40 to 44 Years2,320 (7.4%)2,119 (5.6%)
45 to 49 Years1,602 (5.1%)2,447 (6.5%)
50 to 54 Years1,817 (5.8%)2,311 (6.1%)
55 to 59 Years2,026 (6.5%)2,209 (5.9%)
60 to 64 Years1,630 (5.2%)1,984 (5.3%)
65 to 69 Years1,181 (3.8%)1,984 (5.3%)
70 to 74 Years960 (3.1%)1,410 (3.7%)
75 to 79 Years722 (2.3%)978 (2.6%)
80 to 84 Years351 (1.1%)886 (2.4%)
85 Years and over244 (0.8%)939 (2.5%)
Total31,325 (100.0%)37,554 (100.0%)

Families and Households in East Orange

Median Family Size in East Orange

The median family size in East Orange is 3.57 persons per family, with married-couple families (6,131 | 42.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.9 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (2,074 | 14.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.90 persons per family.
Median Family Size in East Orange
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple6,131 (42.3%)3.90
Single Male/Father2,074 (14.3%)2.90
Single Female/Mother6,301 (43.4%)3.46
Total Families14,506 (100.0%)3.57

Median Household Size in East Orange

The median household size in East Orange is 2.57 persons per household, with married-couple households (6,131 | 23.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.93 persons per household. non-family households (11,853 | 45.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
Median Household Size in East Orange
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple6,131 (23.3%)3.93
Single Male/Father2,074 (7.9%)3.31
Single Female/Mother6,301 (23.9%)3.65
Non-family11,853 (45.0%)1.17
Total Households26,359 (100.0%)2.57

Household Size by Marriage Status in East Orange

Out of a total of 26,359 households in East Orange, 14,506 (55.0%) are family households, while 11,853 (45.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 5,520, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 10,274.
Household Size by Marriage Status in East Orange
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-10,274 (39.0%)
2-Person Households5,520 (20.9%)1,308 (5.0%)
3-Person Households3,428 (13.0%)79 (0.3%)
4-Person Households2,640 (10.0%)179 (0.7%)
5-Person Households1,468 (5.6%)13 (0.1%)
6-Person Households699 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households751 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total14,506 (55.0%)11,853 (45.0%)

Female Fertility in East Orange

Fertility by Age in East Orange

Average fertility rate in East Orange is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 58.9% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in East Orange
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years507 (58.9%)58.0
35 to 50 years354 (41.1%)48.0
Total861 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in East Orange

46.2% of women with births (861) in East Orange are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 58.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 46.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in East Orange
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years209 (41.2%)298 (58.8%)
35 to 50 years189 (53.4%)165 (46.6%)
Total398 (46.2%)463 (53.8%)

Fertility by Education in East Orange

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in East Orange
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School168 (19.5%)62.0
High School Diploma334 (38.8%)61.0
College or Associate's Degree259 (30.1%)46.0
Bachelor's Degree100 (11.6%)33.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total861 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in East Orange

53.8% of women with births in East Orange are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 67.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 67.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in East Orange
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School110 (65.5%)58 (34.5%)
High School Diploma138 (41.3%)196 (58.7%)
College or Associate's Degree83 (32.1%)176 (67.9%)
Bachelor's Degree67 (67.0%)33 (33.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total398 (46.2%)463 (53.8%)

Income in East Orange

Income Overview in East Orange

Per Capita Income in East Orange is $30,503, while median incomes of families and households are $73,510 and $58,659 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income68,879$30,503
Median Family Income14,506$73,510
Mean Family Income14,506$88,238
Median Household Income26,359$58,659
Mean Household Income26,359$75,197
Income Deficit14,506$12,046
Wage / Income Gap (%)68,8794.14%
Wage / Income Gap ($)68,87995.86¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index68,8790.46

Earnings by Sex in East Orange

Average Earnings in East Orange are $37,920, $38,984 for men and $37,371 for women, a difference of 4.1%.
Earnings by Sex in East Orange
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male16,554 (46.2%)$38,984
Female19,257 (53.8%)$37,371
Total35,811 (100.0%)$37,920

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in East Orange

The most common earnings brackets in East Orange are $100,000+ for men (1,740 | 10.5%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (1,827 | 9.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in East Orange
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less594 (3.6%)1,091 (5.7%)
$2,500 to $4,999583 (3.5%)742 (3.8%)
$5,000 to $7,499636 (3.8%)337 (1.8%)
$7,500 to $9,999188 (1.1%)509 (2.6%)
$10,000 to $12,499527 (3.2%)543 (2.8%)
$12,500 to $14,999627 (3.8%)487 (2.5%)
$15,000 to $17,499350 (2.1%)583 (3.0%)
$17,500 to $19,999482 (2.9%)363 (1.9%)
$20,000 to $22,499498 (3.0%)826 (4.3%)
$22,500 to $24,999318 (1.9%)536 (2.8%)
$25,000 to $29,9991,028 (6.2%)1,420 (7.4%)
$30,000 to $34,9991,258 (7.6%)1,687 (8.8%)
$35,000 to $39,9991,349 (8.2%)1,372 (7.1%)
$40,000 to $44,999912 (5.5%)1,055 (5.5%)
$45,000 to $49,999674 (4.1%)801 (4.2%)
$50,000 to $54,999606 (3.7%)933 (4.8%)
$55,000 to $64,9991,547 (9.3%)1,827 (9.5%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,368 (8.3%)1,141 (5.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,269 (7.7%)1,726 (9.0%)
$100,000+1,740 (10.5%)1,278 (6.6%)
Total16,554 (100.0%)19,257 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in East Orange

Average earnings in East Orange are $42,177 for men and $39,201 for women, a difference of 7.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $69,494, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $32,598. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,860, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,229.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in East Orange
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$32,598$23,229
High School Diploma$42,267$30,556
College or Associate's Degree$42,602$41,152
Bachelor's Degree$47,004$57,688
Graduate Degree$69,494$63,860
Total$42,177$39,201

Family Income in East Orange

Family Income Brackets in East Orange

According to the East Orange family income data, there are 3,235 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 261 families (1.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in East Orange
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0009436.5%
$10,000 to $14,9992611.8%
$15,000 to $24,9999726.7%
$25,000 to $34,9991,0447.2%
$35,000 to $49,9991,74112.0%
$50,000 to $74,9992,58217.8%
$75,000 to $99,9991,74112.0%
$100,000 to $149,9993,23522.3%
$150,000 to $199,9991,0307.1%
$200,000+9576.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in East Orange

7+ person families (566 | 3.9%) account for the highest median family income in East Orange with $143,600 per family, while 2-person families (6,239 | 43.0%) have the highest median income of $30,120 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in East Orange
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families6,239 (43.0%)$60,239
3-Person Families3,208 (22.1%)$75,833
4-Person Families2,494 (17.2%)$74,828
5-Person Families1,321 (9.1%)$85,673
6-Person Families678 (4.7%)$104,015
7+ Person Families566 (3.9%)$143,600
Total14,506 (100.0%)$73,510

Family Income by Number of Earners in East Orange

The median family income in East Orange is $73,510, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,993) having the highest median family income of $143,738, while families with no earners (1,390) have the lowest median family income of $24,038, accounting for 13.7% and 9.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in East Orange
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,390 (9.6%)$24,038
1 Earner5,713 (39.4%)$47,425
2 Earners5,410 (37.3%)$98,026
3+ Earners1,993 (13.7%)$143,738
Total14,506 (100.0%)$73,510

Household Income in East Orange

Household Income Brackets in East Orange

With 4,824 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in East Orange, accounting for 18.3% of all households. In contrast, only 1,239 households (4.7%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in East Orange
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002,3999.1%
$10,000 to $14,9991,5555.9%
$15,000 to $24,9992,4789.4%
$25,000 to $34,9991,9247.3%
$35,000 to $49,9993,00511.4%
$50,000 to $74,9994,82418.3%
$75,000 to $99,9993,11011.8%
$100,000 to $149,9994,42816.8%
$150,000 to $199,9991,2394.7%
$200,000+1,3715.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in East Orange

The median household income in East Orange is $58,659, with the highest median household income of $69,854 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 9,670 households (36.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $38,006, with 887 households (3.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in East Orange
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years887 (3.4%)$38,006
25 to 44 Years9,237 (35.0%)$59,529
45 to 64 Years9,670 (36.7%)$69,854
65+ Years6,565 (24.9%)$40,336
Total26,359 (100.0%)$58,659

Poverty in East Orange

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in East Orange

With 17.7% poverty level for males and 19.0% for females among the residents of East Orange, 12 to 14 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 458 males (40.3%) and 772 females (27.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in East Orange
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years747 (30.0%)521 (23.2%)
5 Years183 (39.5%)126 (25.6%)
6 to 11 Years542 (22.0%)772 (27.8%)
12 to 14 Years458 (40.3%)260 (18.5%)
15 Years124 (29.7%)102 (17.9%)
16 and 17 Years226 (32.0%)140 (19.0%)
18 to 24 Years587 (22.4%)678 (25.1%)
25 to 34 Years584 (10.0%)1,267 (19.0%)
35 to 44 Years486 (11.3%)774 (16.9%)
45 to 54 Years381 (11.3%)740 (15.7%)
55 to 64 Years596 (16.7%)443 (10.7%)
65 to 74 Years302 (14.8%)754 (22.5%)
75 Years and over207 (16.8%)464 (17.8%)
Total5,423 (17.7%)7,041 (19.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in East Orange

According to the poverty statistics in East Orange, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 55 to 64 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 90.0% of males and 89.3% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in East Orange
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,739 (70.0%)1,721 (76.8%)
5 Years280 (60.5%)367 (74.4%)
6 to 11 Years1,927 (78.0%)2,007 (72.2%)
12 to 14 Years679 (59.7%)1,143 (81.5%)
15 Years294 (70.3%)467 (82.1%)
16 and 17 Years480 (68.0%)598 (81.0%)
18 to 24 Years2,038 (77.6%)2,029 (75.0%)
25 to 34 Years5,248 (90.0%)5,418 (81.0%)
35 to 44 Years3,801 (88.7%)3,816 (83.1%)
45 to 54 Years2,989 (88.7%)3,985 (84.3%)
55 to 64 Years2,981 (83.3%)3,702 (89.3%)
65 to 74 Years1,731 (85.2%)2,602 (77.5%)
75 Years and over1,023 (83.2%)2,146 (82.2%)
Total25,210 (82.3%)30,001 (81.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in East Orange

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in East Orange show that 5.3% or 328 of the total 6,131 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 12.5%, comprising of 102 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in East Orange
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children3,166 (96.3%)122 (3.7%)
1 or 2 Children1,880 (94.8%)104 (5.2%)
3 or 4 Children716 (87.5%)102 (12.5%)
5 or more Children41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,803 (94.7%)328 (5.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in East Orange

According to the poverty data in East Orange, 19.4% or 403 single-father households and 22.0% or 1,384 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 112 households (74.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 338 households (45.9%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in East Orange
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children117 (10.6%)82 (3.5%)
1 or 2 Children174 (21.2%)964 (30.7%)
3 or 4 Children112 (74.7%)338 (45.9%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total403 (19.4%)1,384 (22.0%)

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

The poverty data for East Orange shows that 328 of the married-couple family households (5.3%) and 1,787 of the single-parent households (21.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 102 households (12.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 450 household (50.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in East Orange
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children122 (3.7%)199 (5.7%)
1 or 2 Children104 (5.2%)1,138 (28.8%)
3 or 4 Children102 (12.5%)450 (50.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total328 (5.3%)1,787 (21.3%)

Employment Characteristics in East Orange

Employment by Class of Employer in East Orange

Among the 30,781 employed individuals in East Orange, private company employees (21,025 | 68.3%), not-for-profit organizations (2,627 | 8.5%), and local government employees (2,325 | 7.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in East Orange
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees21,02568.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)5911.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1,1813.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations2,6278.5%
Local Government Employees2,3257.5%
State Government Employees2,0766.7%
Federal Government Employees8972.9%
Unpaid Family Workers590.2%
Total30,781100.0%

Employment Status by Age in East Orange

According to the labor force statistics for East Orange, out of the total population over 16 years of age (53,896), 66.9% or 36,056 individuals are in the labor force, with 11.6% or 4,182 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 85.0% or 7,569 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 37.8% or 308 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in East Orange
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years815 (30.1%)308 (37.8%)
20 to 24 Years2,964 (72.7%)907 (30.6%)
25 to 29 Years5,222 (83.8%)809 (15.5%)
30 to 34 Years5,300 (84.2%)535 (10.1%)
35 to 44 Years7,569 (85.0%)477 (6.3%)
45 to 54 Years6,926 (84.7%)706 (10.2%)
55 to 59 Years3,028 (71.5%)269 (8.9%)
60 to 64 Years2,223 (61.5%)91 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years1,838 (33.2%)94 (5.1%)
75 Years and over173 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total36,056 (66.9%)4,182 (11.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in East Orange

According to labor force statistics for East Orange, 80.8% of individuals (30,265) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (37,457) are in the labor force, with 9.5% or 2,875 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 91.2% or 7,685 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.9% or 449 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in East Orange
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School2,826 (65.3%)688 (15.9%)
High School Diploma9,882 (76.7%)1,507 (11.7%)
College / Associate Degree9,880 (83.6%)981 (8.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7,685 (91.2%)506 (6.0%)
Total30,265 (80.8%)3,558 (9.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in East Orange

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in East Orange are Community & Social Service (2,978 | 9.3%), Management (2,127 | 6.7%), Business & Financial (1,575 | 5.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,508 | 4.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (1,446 | 4.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in East Orange

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in East Orange, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (90.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (78.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (71.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Health Technologists (80.2%), and Education, Arts & Media (79.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in East Orange
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1,035 (48.7%)1,092 (51.3%)
Business & Financial606 (38.5%)969 (61.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science922 (78.0%)260 (22.0%)
Computers & Mathematics435 (71.6%)173 (28.4%)
Architecture & Engineering487 (90.0%)54 (10.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 845 (28.4%)2,133 (71.6%)
Education, Arts & Media188 (20.1%)749 (79.9%)
Legal Services & Support83 (43.5%)108 (56.5%)
Education Instruction & Library336 (23.2%)1,110 (76.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment238 (58.9%)166 (41.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating400 (26.5%)1,108 (73.5%)
Health Technologists143 (19.8%)581 (80.2%)
Total (Category)3,808 (40.6%)5,562 (59.4%)
Total (Overall)14,936 (46.9%)16,902 (53.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in East Orange are Healthcare Support (2,569 | 8.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (1,974 | 6.2%), Personal Care & Service (1,514 | 4.8%), Security & Protection (1,453 | 4.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (1,167 | 3.7%).
Services Occupations in East Orange

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in East Orange, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (72.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (59.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (54.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (87.8%), Personal Care & Service (79.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (54.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in East Orange
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support314 (12.2%)2,255 (87.8%)
Security & Protection772 (53.1%)681 (46.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention476 (45.6%)569 (54.4%)
Law Enforcement296 (72.6%)112 (27.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving1,074 (54.4%)900 (45.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance693 (59.4%)474 (40.6%)
Personal Care & Service311 (20.5%)1,203 (79.5%)
Total (Category)3,164 (36.5%)5,513 (63.5%)
Total (Overall)14,936 (46.9%)16,902 (53.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in East Orange are Office & Administration (4,199 | 13.2%), and Sales & Related (2,883 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in East Orange

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in East Orange
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related1,508 (52.3%)1,375 (47.7%)
Office & Administration949 (22.6%)3,250 (77.4%)
Total (Category)2,457 (34.7%)4,625 (65.3%)
Total (Overall)14,936 (46.9%)16,902 (53.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in East Orange are Construction & Extraction (986 | 3.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (441 | 1.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (14 | 0.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in East Orange

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in East Orange
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction958 (97.2%)28 (2.8%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair431 (97.7%)10 (2.3%)
Total (Category)1,403 (97.4%)38 (2.6%)
Total (Overall)14,936 (46.9%)16,902 (53.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in East Orange are Transportation (2,237 | 7.0%), Material Moving (2,139 | 6.7%), and Production (892 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in East Orange

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in East Orange
OccupationMaleFemale
Production706 (79.1%)186 (20.8%)
Transportation1,817 (81.2%)420 (18.8%)
Material Moving1,581 (73.9%)558 (26.1%)
Total (Category)4,104 (77.9%)1,164 (22.1%)
Total (Overall)14,936 (46.9%)16,902 (53.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in East Orange

Employment Industries in East Orange

The major employment industries in East Orange include Health Care & Social Assistance (6,874 | 21.6%), Retail Trade (4,075 | 12.8%), Transportation & Warehousing (3,698 | 11.6%), Educational Services (2,239 | 7.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (1,933 | 6.1%).
Employment Industries in East Orange

Employment Industries by Sex in East Orange

The East Orange industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (88.8%), and Manufacturing (82.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (79.7%), and Utilities (66.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in East Orange
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction1,100 (88.8%)138 (11.2%)
Manufacturing1,128 (82.8%)235 (17.2%)
Wholesale Trade374 (51.0%)359 (49.0%)
Retail Trade2,321 (57.0%)1,754 (43.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing2,515 (68.0%)1,183 (32.0%)
Utilities6 (33.3%)12 (66.7%)
Information422 (56.6%)323 (43.4%)
Finance & Insurance404 (40.4%)597 (59.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing260 (55.3%)210 (44.7%)
Professional & Scientific667 (49.5%)680 (50.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support816 (45.1%)992 (54.9%)
Educational Services967 (43.2%)1,272 (56.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1,393 (20.3%)5,481 (79.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation276 (56.4%)213 (43.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services946 (48.9%)987 (51.1%)
Public Administration852 (44.5%)1,063 (55.5%)
Total14,936 (46.9%)16,902 (53.1%)

Education in East Orange

School Enrollment in East Orange

The most common levels of schooling among the 16,748 students in East Orange are middle school (3,566 | 21.3%), elementary school (3,207 | 19.2%), and high school (3,156 | 18.8%).
School Enrollment in East Orange
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1,72910.3%
Kindergarten1,1857.1%
Elementary School3,20719.2%
Middle School3,56621.3%
High School3,15618.8%
College / Undergraduate3,05018.2%
Graduate / Professional8555.1%
Total16,748100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in East Orange

Out of a total of 16,748 students who are enrolled in schools in East Orange, 2,847 (17.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 13,901 (83.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 520 (49.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 4,215 (92.8% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in East Orange
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1,209 (84.2%)227 (15.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old4,215 (92.8%)326 (7.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds3,531 (87.9%)486 (12.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1,895 (84.7%)343 (15.3%)
18 to 19 Year Olds737 (75.6%)238 (24.4%)
20 to 24 Year Olds1,017 (67.0%)500 (33.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds753 (78.3%)209 (21.7%)
35 Years and over542 (51.0%)520 (49.0%)
Total13,901 (83.0%)2,847 (17.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in East Orange

Business (2,347 | 22.2%), education (1,164 | 11.0%), arts & humanities (1,097 | 10.3%), science & technology (967 | 9.1%), and psychology (942 | 8.9%) are the most common fields of study among 10,594 individuals in East Orange who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in East Orange
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics3803.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural4334.1%
Physical & Health Sciences2031.9%
Psychology9428.9%
Social Sciences6886.5%
Engineering6866.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies30.0%
Science & Technology9679.1%
Business2,34722.2%
Education1,16411.0%
Literature & Languages4944.7%
Liberal Arts & History2392.3%
Visual & Performing Arts4484.2%
Communications5034.8%
Arts & Humanities1,09710.3%
Total10,594100.0%

Transportation & Commute in East Orange

Vehicle Availability by Sex in East Orange

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in East Orange are males with 1 vehicle (5,186, accounting for 35.4%) and females with 1 vehicle (5,941, making up 32.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in East Orange
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle2,484 (17.0%)3,688 (22.9%)
1 Vehicle5,186 (35.4%)5,941 (36.9%)
2 Vehicles4,611 (31.5%)4,463 (27.7%)
3 Vehicles1,568 (10.7%)1,594 (9.9%)
4 Vehicles706 (4.8%)387 (2.4%)
5 or more Vehicles88 (0.6%)32 (0.2%)
Total14,643 (100.0%)16,105 (100.0%)

Commute Time in East Orange

The most frequently occuring commute durations in East Orange are 30 to 34 minutes (5,006 commuters, 17.5%), 15 to 19 minutes (3,977 commuters, 13.9%), and 20 to 24 minutes (3,967 commuters, 13.9%).
Commute Time in East Orange
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes6992.4%
5 to 9 Minutes1,0883.8%
10 to 14 Minutes2,1967.7%
15 to 19 Minutes3,97713.9%
20 to 24 Minutes3,96713.9%
25 to 29 Minutes1,6645.8%
30 to 34 Minutes5,00617.5%
35 to 39 Minutes8793.1%
40 to 44 Minutes1,2504.4%
45 to 59 Minutes3,10410.9%
60 to 89 Minutes3,29411.5%
90 or more Minutes1,4675.1%

Commute Time by Sex in East Orange

The most common commute times in East Orange are 30 to 34 minutes (2,457 commuters, 17.9%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (2,549 commuters, 17.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in East Orange
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes352 (2.6%)347 (2.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes437 (3.2%)651 (4.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes786 (5.7%)1,410 (9.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,719 (12.5%)2,258 (15.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes1,829 (13.3%)2,138 (14.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes963 (7.0%)701 (4.7%)
30 to 34 Minutes2,457 (17.9%)2,549 (17.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes444 (3.2%)435 (2.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes792 (5.8%)458 (3.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,586 (11.6%)1,518 (10.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes1,676 (12.2%)1,618 (10.9%)
90 or more Minutes685 (5.0%)782 (5.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in East Orange

The most frequent times of departure to work in East Orange are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (1,738, 12.7%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (1,860, 12.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in East Orange
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM1,225 (8.9%)571 (3.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM570 (4.2%)430 (2.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM429 (3.1%)272 (1.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM852 (6.2%)756 (5.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1,195 (8.7%)1,339 (9.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,703 (12.4%)1,824 (12.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM1,143 (8.3%)1,728 (11.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM927 (6.8%)1,860 (12.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM573 (4.2%)1,350 (9.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM1,212 (8.8%)1,201 (8.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM363 (2.6%)607 (4.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM364 (2.6%)303 (2.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM1,738 (12.7%)1,385 (9.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM1,432 (10.4%)1,239 (8.3%)
Total13,726 (100.0%)14,865 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in East Orange

Occupancy by Ownership in East Orange

Of the total 26,359 dwellings in East Orange, owner-occupied units account for 7,389 (28.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 18,970 (72.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in East Orange
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units7,38928.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units18,97072.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units26,359100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in East Orange

Occupancy by Household Size in East Orange
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household10,27439.0%
2-Person Household6,82825.9%
3-Person Household3,50713.3%
4+ Person Household5,75021.8%
Total Housing Units26,359100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in East Orange

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in East Orange
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,880 (18.3%)8,394 (81.7%)
2-Person Household1,691 (24.8%)5,137 (75.2%)
3-Person Household1,273 (36.3%)2,234 (63.7%)
4+ Person Household2,545 (44.3%)3,205 (55.7%)
Total Housing Units7,389 (28.0%)18,970 (72.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in East Orange

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in East Orange
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School669 (21.6%)2,432 (78.4%)
High School Diploma1,821 (24.4%)5,629 (75.6%)
College/Associate Degree2,510 (27.8%)6,515 (72.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,389 (35.2%)4,394 (64.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in East Orange

Occupancy by Age of Householder in East Orange
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years5,76021.8%
35 to 44 Years4,36416.6%
45 to 54 Years4,72317.9%
55 to 64 Years4,94718.8%
65 to 74 Years3,75214.2%
75 to 84 Years2,1818.3%
85 Years and Over6322.4%
Total26,359100.0%

Housing Finances in East Orange

Median Income by Occupancy in East Orange

Median Income by Occupancy in East Orange
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied7,389 (28.0%)$110,508
Renter-Occupied18,970 (72.0%)$47,117
Average26,359 (100.0%)$58,659

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in East Orange

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in East Orange
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000145 (2.0%)1,175 (6.2%)
$5,000 to $9,99981 (1.1%)994 (5.2%)
$10,000 to $14,99977 (1.0%)1,486 (7.8%)
$15,000 to $19,999189 (2.6%)1,265 (6.7%)
$20,000 to $24,99972 (1.0%)950 (5.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999374 (5.1%)1,561 (8.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999468 (6.3%)2,547 (13.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999934 (12.6%)3,888 (20.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,010 (13.7%)2,100 (11.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9992,314 (31.3%)2,112 (11.1%)
$150,000 or more1,725 (23.4%)892 (4.7%)
Total7,389 (100.0%)18,970 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in East Orange

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in East Orange
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300167 (2.3%)1,520 (8.0%)
$300 to $49954 (0.7%)1,043 (5.5%)
$500 to $799205 (2.8%)929 (4.9%)
$800 to $999173 (2.3%)1,175 (6.2%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,157 (15.7%)7,198 (37.9%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,176 (15.9%)4,786 (25.2%)
$2,000 to $2,4991,383 (18.7%)1,590 (8.4%)
$2,500 to $2,9991,316 (17.8%)240 (1.3%)
$3,000 or more1,758 (23.8%)65 (0.3%)
Total7,389 (100.0%)18,970 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in East Orange

Housing Structures in East Orange

Housing Structures in East Orange
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached4,86618.5%
Single Unit, Attached1,0724.1%
2 Unit Apartments3,93714.9%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2,76110.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments9563.6%
10 or more Apartments12,73948.3%
Mobile Home / Other280.1%
Total26,359100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in East Orange

Housing Structures by Occupancy in East Orange
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached4,284 (88.0%)582 (12.0%)
Single Unit, Attached646 (60.3%)426 (39.7%)
2 Unit Apartments1,389 (35.3%)2,548 (64.7%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments489 (17.7%)2,272 (82.3%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)956 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments581 (4.6%)12,158 (95.4%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Total7,389 (28.0%)18,970 (72.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in East Orange

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in East Orange
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room138 (1.9%)3,004 (15.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms354 (4.8%)6,321 (33.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms2,226 (30.1%)7,468 (39.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,184 (29.6%)1,576 (8.3%)
8 or more Rooms2,487 (33.7%)601 (3.2%)
Total7,389 (100.0%)18,970 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in East Orange

Housing Structure by Heating Type in East Orange
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas5,367 (72.6%)10,219 (53.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas198 (2.7%)617 (3.3%)
Electricity1,009 (13.7%)5,834 (30.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene671 (9.1%)1,013 (5.3%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels139 (1.9%)595 (3.1%)
No Fuel Used5 (0.1%)692 (3.6%)
Total7,389 (100.0%)18,970 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in East Orange

Household Vehicle Usage in East Orange
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle664 (9.0%)8,227 (43.4%)
1 Vehicle2,692 (36.4%)7,884 (41.6%)
2 Vehicles2,691 (36.4%)2,357 (12.4%)
3 or more Vehicles1,342 (18.2%)502 (2.6%)
Total7,389 (100.0%)18,970 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in East Orange

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in East Orange

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,0345,355
Median Property Value$247,500$291,600
Median Household Income$72,360$1,513
Monthly Housing Costs$1,266$1,733
Real Estate Taxes$9,237$238

Property Value by Mortgage Status in East Orange

Property Value by Mortgage Status in East Orange
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000199 (9.8%)232 (4.3%)
$50,000 to $99,99968 (3.3%)34 (0.6%)
$100,000 to $299,9991,042 (51.2%)2,603 (48.6%)
$300,000 to $499,999432 (21.2%)2,032 (38.0%)
$500,000 to $749,999238 (11.7%)285 (5.3%)
$750,000 to $999,99955 (2.7%)121 (2.3%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)48 (0.9%)
Total2,034 (100.0%)5,355 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in East Orange

Household Income by Mortgage Status in East Orange
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00090 (4.4%)67 (1.3%)
$10,000 to $24,999170 (8.4%)136 (2.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999210 (10.3%)168 (3.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999215 (10.6%)164 (3.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999353 (17.3%)253 (4.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999294 (14.4%)581 (10.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999490 (24.1%)716 (13.4%)
$150,000 or more212 (10.4%)1,824 (34.1%)
Total2,034 (100.0%)5,355 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in East Orange

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in East Orange
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x552 (27.1%)116,069 (2,167.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x449 (22.1%)1,730 (32.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x218 (10.7%)1,611 (30.1%)
4.0x or more770 (37.9%)718 (13.4%)
Total2,034 (100.0%)5,355 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in East Orange

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in East Orange
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80015 (0.7%)18 (0.3%)
$800 to $1,49971 (3.5%)80 (1.5%)
$800 to $1,4991,819 (89.4%)39 (0.7%)
Total2,034 (100.0%)5,355 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in East Orange

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Orange

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Orange
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years5,625 (95.6%)262 (4.4%)
6 to 18 Years10,564 (93.3%)758 (6.7%)
19 to 25 Years5,093 (85.2%)884 (14.8%)
26 to 34 Years8,608 (77.9%)2,436 (22.1%)
35 to 44 Years6,922 (78.0%)1,955 (22.0%)
45 to 54 Years7,006 (86.6%)1,089 (13.5%)
55 to 64 Years7,064 (91.5%)658 (8.5%)
65 to 74 Years5,173 (96.0%)216 (4.0%)
75 Years and older3,821 (99.5%)19 (0.5%)
Total59,876 (87.9%)8,277 (12.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in East Orange

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in East Orange
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born5,625 (95.6%)262 (4.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen10,564 (93.3%)758 (6.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen5,093 (85.2%)884 (14.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in East Orange

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in East Orange
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0009,813 (88.6%)1,260 (11.4%)
$25,000 to $49,9999,382 (81.2%)2,172 (18.8%)
$50,000 to $74,99910,812 (86.4%)1,697 (13.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9996,659 (90.7%)682 (9.3%)
$100,000 and over22,885 (90.3%)2,449 (9.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Orange

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in East Orange
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 64,174 (70.9%)1,638 (27.8%)
6 to 18 Years6,110 (54.0%)5,158 (45.6%)
19 to 25 Years1,911 (32.0%)3,443 (57.6%)
25 to 34 Years3,724 (33.7%)5,367 (48.6%)
35 to 44 Years2,252 (25.4%)4,816 (54.2%)
45 to 54 Years2,215 (27.4%)5,053 (62.4%)
55 to 64 Years2,592 (33.6%)4,955 (64.2%)
65 to 74 Years4,724 (87.7%)2,165 (40.2%)
75 Years and over3,813 (99.3%)1,511 (39.4%)
Total31,515 (46.2%)34,106 (50.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in East Orange

Disability Status by Sex by Age in East Orange
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years498 (9.3%)222 (3.6%)
18 to 34 Years795 (9.4%)597 (6.4%)
35 to 64 Years1,435 (12.8%)1,842 (13.7%)
65 to 74 Years448 (22.0%)995 (29.6%)
75 Years and over330 (26.8%)1,188 (45.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in East Orange

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in East 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 Years115 (1.4%)67 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years107 (0.9%)256 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years122 (6.0%)45 (1.3%)
75 Years and over65 (5.3%)155 (5.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in East Orange: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years64 (1.2%)134 (2.2%)
18 to 34 Years128 (1.5%)185 (2.0%)
35 to 64 Years425 (3.8%)297 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years123 (6.0%)92 (2.7%)
75 Years and over61 (5.0%)129 (4.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in East Orange: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years379 (7.0%)50 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years499 (5.9%)230 (2.5%)
35 to 64 Years571 (5.1%)811 (6.0%)
65 to 74 Years170 (8.4%)94 (2.8%)
75 Years and over53 (4.3%)403 (15.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in East Orange: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years151 (1.8%)187 (2.0%)
35 to 64 Years769 (6.9%)1,084 (8.1%)
65 to 74 Years361 (17.8%)804 (24.0%)
75 Years and over254 (20.6%)987 (37.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in East Orange: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years55 (1.0%)67 (1.1%)
18 to 34 Years163 (1.9%)63 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years448 (4.0%)402 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years184 (9.0%)101 (3.0%)
75 Years and over103 (8.4%)485 (18.6%)

Technology Access in East Orange

Computing Device Access in East Orange

Computing Device Access in East Orange
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop17,47266.3%
Smartphone23,18487.9%
Tablet14,91156.6%
No Computing Device1,8527.0%
Total26,359100.0%

Internet Access in East Orange

Internet Access in East Orange
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet430.2%
Broadband Home17,04964.7%
Cellular Data Only3,58313.6%
Satellite Internet1,1624.4%
No Internet3,84214.6%
Total26,359100.0%

East Orange Summary

Orange, New Jersey is a city located in Essex County, New Jersey. It is part of the New York metropolitan area and is located approximately 8 miles west of Manhattan. The city is bordered by Newark to the east, South Orange to the south, and West Orange to the west. East Orange is the largest city in Essex County and is home to a population of approximately 64,270 people as of the 2010 census.

History

East Orange was originally part of the Township of Orange, which was created in 1666. The area was first settled by Dutch and English settlers in the late 1600s. In 1806, the Township of Orange was divided into two separate townships, East Orange and West Orange. East Orange was officially incorporated as a city in 1863.
During the late 19th century, East Orange experienced a period of rapid growth and development. The city was home to a number of large factories and businesses, including the Singer Sewing Machine Company, which was the largest employer in the city. The city also became a popular destination for immigrants from Europe, particularly from Ireland and Italy.

Geography

East Orange is located in the northern part of Essex County, New Jersey. The city is situated on the western bank of the Passaic River and is bordered by Newark to the east, South Orange to the south, and West Orange to the west. The city has a total area of 4.3 square miles, all of which is land.
The city is located in a humid subtropical climate zone, with hot, humid summers and cold, wet winters. The average annual temperature is around 54 degrees Fahrenheit, with an average high of around 75 degrees in the summer and an average low of around 35 degrees in the winter.

Economy

East Orange has a diverse economy that is largely based on the service industry. The city is home to a number of large employers, including the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, the East Orange General Hospital, and the East Orange School District. The city is also home to a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.
The city has a median household income of $41,945, which is slightly lower than the national average. The unemployment rate in East Orange is 8.2%, which is slightly higher than the national average.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, East Orange had a population of 64,270 people. The racial makeup of the city was 54.3% African American, 28.2% White, 10.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 6.2% Asian. The median age of the population was 35.7 years.
The city has a large immigrant population, with approximately 25% of the population being foreign-born. The largest immigrant groups are from the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, and India.
East Orange is a diverse city with a variety of religious affiliations. The largest religious groups are Catholic (30.3%), Protestant (19.2%), and Muslim (7.2%).

Conclusion

East Orange is a city located in Essex County, New Jersey. It is part of the New York metropolitan area and is located approximately 8 miles west of Manhattan. The city has a diverse population and a diverse economy that is largely based on the service industry. East Orange has a median household income of $41,945 and an unemployment rate of 8.2%. The city is home to a number of large employers, including the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, the East Orange General Hospital, and the East Orange School District. The city also has a large immigrant population, with approximately 25% of the population being foreign-born.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of East Orange?
Total Population of East Orange is 68,879.
What is the Total Male Population of East Orange?
Total Male Population of East Orange is 31,325.
What is the Total Female Population of East Orange?
Total Female Population of East Orange is 37,554.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in East Orange?
There are 83.41 Males per 100 Females in East Orange.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in East Orange?
There are 119.89 Females per 100 Males in East Orange.
What is the Median Population Age in East Orange?
Median Population Age in East Orange is 35.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in East Orange
Average Family Size in East Orange is 3.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in East Orange
Average Household Size in East Orange is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in East Orange?
Per Capita income in East Orange is $30,503.
What is the Median Family Income in East Orange?
Median Family Income in East Orange is $73,510.
What is the Median Household income in East Orange?
Median Household Income in East Orange is $58,659.
What is Income or Wage Gap in East Orange?
Income or Wage Gap in East Orange is 4.1%.
Women in East Orange earn 95.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in East Orange?
Family Income Deficit in East Orange is $12,046.
Families that are below poverty line in East Orange earn $12,046 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in East Orange?
Inequality or Gini Index in East Orange is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in East Orange?
There are 36,056 People in the Labor Forcein in East Orange.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in East Orange?
66.9% of People are in the Labor Force in East Orange.
What is the Unemployment Rate in East Orange?
Unemployment Rate in East Orange is 11.6%.