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Newark Overview

307,355
TOTAL POPULATION
152,326
MALE POPULATION
155,029
FEMALE POPULATION
98.26
MALES / 100 FEMALES
101.77
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,716
PER CAPITA INCOME
$56,099
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$46,460
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,135
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
149,929
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
10.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Newark Area Codes

Race in Newark

The most populous races in Newark are Black / African American (144,557 | 47.0%), Hispanic or Latino (114,434 | 37.2%), and Some other Race (60,787 | 19.8%).
Race in Newark
Race# Population% Population
Asian6,1922.0%
Black / African American144,55747.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific850.0%
Hispanic or Latino114,43437.2%
Native / Alaskan1,2440.4%
White / Caucasian60,39319.7%
Two or more Races34,09711.1%
Some other Race60,78719.8%
Total307,355100.0%

Ancestry in Newark

The most populous ancestries reported in Newark are South American (34,215 | 11.1%), Puerto Rican (33,148 | 10.8%), Ecuadorian (26,803 | 8.7%), Dominican (21,489 | 7.0%), and Subsaharan African (19,879 | 6.5%), together accounting for 44.1% of all Newark residents.
Ancestry in Newark
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan160.0%
African6,8332.2%
Alaska Native250.0%
Albanian560.0%
American8,5062.8%
Apache250.0%
Arab9960.3%
Argentinean3140.1%
Armenian1470.1%
Austrian1060.0%
Bahamian220.0%
Barbadian1790.1%
Belizean510.0%
Bhutanese900.0%
Blackfeet310.0%
Bolivian230.0%
Brazilian14,7364.8%
British1010.0%
British West Indian6410.2%
Burmese6970.2%
Canadian790.0%
Cape Verdean1370.0%
Central American11,3953.7%
Central American Indian5590.2%
Cherokee1360.0%
Chilean5680.2%
Choctaw900.0%
Colombian1,6810.5%
Costa Rican3770.1%
Creek390.0%
Croatian120.0%
Cuban1,7100.6%
Czech80.0%
Danish930.0%
Dominican21,4897.0%
Dutch2140.1%
Dutch West Indian1060.0%
Eastern European1420.1%
Ecuadorian26,8038.7%
Egyptian2080.1%
English8590.3%
Ethiopian1410.1%
European1,2490.4%
Fijian680.0%
Finnish90.0%
French2880.1%
French Canadian1120.0%
German1,9200.6%
German Russian3220.1%
Ghanaian2,3740.8%
Greek2200.1%
Guatemalan4,1841.4%
Guyanese2,5720.8%
Haitian5,3691.8%
Hmong50.0%
Honduran2,4190.8%
Hungarian1120.0%
Indian (Asian)1,1160.4%
Iranian1340.0%
Iraqi530.0%
Irish2,2220.7%
Israeli180.0%
Italian4,8201.6%
Jamaican4,6621.5%
Japanese170.0%
Jordanian460.0%
Kenyan3890.1%
Korean8100.3%
Laotian240.0%
Latvian620.0%
Lebanese1900.1%
Liberian9200.3%
Lithuanian220.0%
Macedonian50.0%
Mexican4,7421.5%
Mexican American Indian2430.1%
Mongolian250.0%
Moroccan2020.1%
Native Hawaiian680.0%
Navajo1810.1%
New Zealander150.0%
Nicaraguan2370.1%
Nigerian6,6722.2%
Norwegian1520.1%
Pakistani610.0%
Palestinian1200.0%
Panamanian3170.1%
Peruvian3,0681.0%
Polish1,1230.4%
Portuguese8,4852.8%
Puerto Rican33,14810.8%
Romanian320.0%
Russian2870.1%
Salvadoran3,8391.3%
Scandinavian350.0%
Scotch-Irish330.0%
Scottish1940.1%
Senegalese4550.2%
Serbian60.0%
Sierra Leonean310.0%
Slovak290.0%
South African120.0%
South American34,21511.1%
South American Indian120.0%
Soviet Union120.0%
Spaniard1,7530.6%
Spanish6730.2%
Sri Lankan1740.1%
Subsaharan African19,8796.5%
Sudanese510.0%
Swedish1020.0%
Syrian100.0%
Thai2,2710.7%
Tongan70.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian1,3780.4%
Turkish910.0%
Ugandan1570.1%
Ukrainian1760.1%
Uruguayan6220.2%
Venezuelan7890.3%
Vietnamese6620.2%
Welsh620.0%
West Indian7580.3%
Yugoslavian350.0%
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Immigrants in Newark

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Newark came from Latin America (74,714 | 24.3%), South America (40,327 | 13.1%), Caribbean (24,409 | 7.9%), Ecuador (18,452 | 6.0%), and Africa (17,039 | 5.5%), together accounting for 56.9% of all Newark residents.
Immigrants in Newark
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan100.0%
Africa17,0395.5%
Albania460.0%
Argentina1410.1%
Asia4,9651.6%
Australia50.0%
Azores1020.0%
Bahamas220.0%
Bangladesh5290.2%
Barbados1830.1%
Belarus300.0%
Belgium490.0%
Belize900.0%
Bolivia230.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina40.0%
Brazil13,2924.3%
Cabo Verde580.0%
Cambodia200.0%
Cameroon1380.0%
Canada2460.1%
Caribbean24,4097.9%
Central America9,9783.3%
Chile3900.1%
China5350.2%
Colombia1,2170.4%
Congo1410.1%
Costa Rica3490.1%
Croatia20.0%
Cuba9480.3%
Denmark160.0%
Dominica1870.1%
Dominican Republic12,6954.1%
Eastern Africa8500.3%
Eastern Asia1,0970.4%
Eastern Europe8220.3%
Ecuador18,4526.0%
Egypt2000.1%
El Salvador2,3670.8%
England1590.1%
Ethiopia160.0%
Europe9,6303.1%
France590.0%
Germany750.0%
Ghana3,7981.2%
Greece550.0%
Grenada2240.1%
Guatemala3,0331.0%
Guyana2,8980.9%
Haiti4,6151.5%
Honduras1,6110.5%
Hong Kong250.0%
Hungary300.0%
India1,4410.5%
Indonesia240.0%
Iran940.0%
Israel90.0%
Italy1840.1%
Jamaica3,3001.1%
Japan680.0%
Jordan1220.0%
Kenya6120.2%
Korea4940.2%
Kuwait430.0%
Latin America74,71424.3%
Latvia200.0%
Lebanon950.0%
Liberia1,1360.4%
Malaysia130.0%
Mexico2,3830.8%
Middle Africa5180.2%
Morocco610.0%
Nepal20.0%
Netherlands360.0%
Nicaragua710.0%
Nigeria6,4082.1%
Northern Africa2990.1%
Northern Europe5010.2%
Oceania200.0%
Pakistan4380.1%
Panama740.0%
Peru2,5600.8%
Philippines4870.2%
Poland2730.1%
Portugal6,2812.0%
Romania560.0%
Russia1030.0%
Scotland180.0%
Senegal3940.1%
Serbia60.0%
Sierra Leone740.0%
Somalia110.0%
South Africa290.0%
South America40,32713.1%
South Central Asia2,6040.9%
South Eastern Asia6280.2%
Southern Europe8,0882.6%
Spain1,5680.5%
Sri Lanka520.0%
St. Vincent and the Grenadines1270.0%
Sudan320.0%
Sweden20.0%
Taiwan480.0%
Thailand340.0%
Trinidad and Tobago1,5660.5%
Turkey360.0%
Uganda1180.0%
Ukraine1540.1%
Uruguay6200.2%
Venezuela5180.2%
Vietnam500.0%
Western Africa13,8014.5%
Western Asia6360.2%
Western Europe2190.1%
Zaire120.0%
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Sex and Age in Newark

Sex and Age in Newark

The most populous age groups in Newark are 30 to 34 Years (12,369 | 8.1%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (12,092 | 7.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Newark
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10,526 (6.9%)10,044 (6.5%)
5 to 9 Years11,031 (7.2%)9,270 (6.0%)
10 to 14 Years10,955 (7.2%)10,594 (6.8%)
15 to 19 Years11,244 (7.4%)10,290 (6.6%)
20 to 24 Years11,971 (7.9%)11,409 (7.4%)
25 to 29 Years11,852 (7.8%)12,092 (7.8%)
30 to 34 Years12,369 (8.1%)11,487 (7.4%)
35 to 39 Years11,215 (7.4%)11,357 (7.3%)
40 to 44 Years10,922 (7.2%)10,265 (6.6%)
45 to 49 Years9,659 (6.3%)9,902 (6.4%)
50 to 54 Years9,932 (6.5%)10,493 (6.8%)
55 to 59 Years8,831 (5.8%)8,976 (5.8%)
60 to 64 Years7,979 (5.2%)9,187 (5.9%)
65 to 69 Years5,477 (3.6%)6,043 (3.9%)
70 to 74 Years3,824 (2.5%)4,953 (3.2%)
75 to 79 Years2,047 (1.3%)3,314 (2.1%)
80 to 84 Years1,159 (0.8%)2,648 (1.7%)
85 Years and over1,333 (0.9%)2,705 (1.7%)
Total152,326 (100.0%)155,029 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Newark

Median Family Size in Newark

The median family size in Newark is 3.41 persons per family, with married-couple families (31,700 | 46.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.58 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (9,413 | 13.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.97 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Newark
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple31,700 (46.6%)3.58
Single Male/Father9,413 (13.8%)2.97
Single Female/Mother26,984 (39.6%)3.36
Total Families68,097 (100.0%)3.41

Median Household Size in Newark

The median household size in Newark is 2.61 persons per household, with married-couple households (31,700 | 28.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.63 persons per household. non-family households (44,538 | 39.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Newark
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple31,700 (28.1%)3.63
Single Male/Father9,413 (8.4%)3.32
Single Female/Mother26,984 (24.0%)3.54
Non-family44,538 (39.5%)1.17
Total Households112,635 (100.0%)2.61

Household Size by Marriage Status in Newark

Out of a total of 112,635 households in Newark, 68,097 (60.5%) are family households, while 44,538 (39.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 22,682, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 38,811.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Newark
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-38,811 (34.5%)
2-Person Households22,682 (20.1%)4,855 (4.3%)
3-Person Households18,664 (16.6%)420 (0.4%)
4-Person Households14,858 (13.2%)357 (0.3%)
5-Person Households7,099 (6.3%)70 (0.1%)
6-Person Households2,888 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households1,906 (1.7%)25 (0.0%)
Total68,097 (60.5%)44,538 (39.5%)

Female Fertility in Newark

Fertility by Age in Newark

Average fertility rate in Newark is 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 82.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 57.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Newark
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years139 (2.8%)14.0
20 to 34 years2,852 (57.5%)82.0
35 to 50 years1,969 (39.7%)58.0
Total4,960 (100.0%)63.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Newark

51.0% of women with births (4,960) in Newark are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 83.5% 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 28.5% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Newark
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years23 (16.6%)116 (83.5%)
20 to 34 years1,101 (38.6%)1,751 (61.4%)
35 to 50 years1,408 (71.5%)561 (28.5%)
Total2,530 (51.0%)2,430 (49.0%)

Fertility by Education in Newark

Average fertility rate in Newark is 63.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 71.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 36.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Newark
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School912 (18.4%)54.0
High School Diploma1,784 (36.0%)71.0
College or Associate's Degree1,601 (32.3%)71.0
Bachelor's Degree471 (9.5%)43.0
Graduate Degree192 (3.9%)51.0
Total4,960 (100.0%)63.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Newark

49.0% of women with births in Newark are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 87.5% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 56.8% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Newark
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School478 (52.4%)434 (47.6%)
High School Diploma833 (46.7%)951 (53.3%)
College or Associate's Degree692 (43.2%)909 (56.8%)
Bachelor's Degree360 (76.4%)111 (23.6%)
Graduate Degree168 (87.5%)24 (12.5%)
Total2,530 (51.0%)2,430 (49.0%)

Income in Newark

Income Overview in Newark

Per Capita Income in Newark is $24,716, while median incomes of families and households are $56,099 and $46,460 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income307,355$24,716
Median Family Income68,097$56,099
Mean Family Income68,097$74,497
Median Household Income112,635$46,460
Mean Household Income112,635$64,251
Income Deficit68,097$12,135
Wage / Income Gap (%)307,35526.87%
Wage / Income Gap ($)307,35573.13¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index307,3550.49

Earnings by Sex in Newark

Average Earnings in Newark are $32,826, $37,575 for men and $27,477 for women, a difference of 26.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Newark
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male76,460 (51.8%)$37,575
Female71,040 (48.2%)$27,477
Total147,500 (100.0%)$32,826

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Newark

The most common earnings brackets in Newark are $100,000+ for men (6,569 | 8.6%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (5,611 | 7.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Newark
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less2,669 (3.5%)4,850 (6.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9992,021 (2.6%)3,083 (4.3%)
$5,000 to $7,4992,237 (2.9%)3,400 (4.8%)
$7,500 to $9,9991,806 (2.4%)3,135 (4.4%)
$10,000 to $12,4991,861 (2.4%)2,416 (3.4%)
$12,500 to $14,9991,848 (2.4%)2,562 (3.6%)
$15,000 to $17,4992,197 (2.9%)3,925 (5.5%)
$17,500 to $19,9991,787 (2.3%)2,836 (4.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4992,312 (3.0%)3,265 (4.6%)
$22,500 to $24,9993,987 (5.2%)3,751 (5.3%)
$25,000 to $29,9996,526 (8.5%)5,152 (7.2%)
$30,000 to $34,9996,545 (8.6%)5,611 (7.9%)
$35,000 to $39,9994,988 (6.5%)3,811 (5.4%)
$40,000 to $44,9995,030 (6.6%)3,279 (4.6%)
$45,000 to $49,9993,671 (4.8%)2,983 (4.2%)
$50,000 to $54,9993,805 (5.0%)2,313 (3.3%)
$55,000 to $64,9995,948 (7.8%)4,621 (6.5%)
$65,000 to $74,9994,676 (6.1%)3,067 (4.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9995,977 (7.8%)3,799 (5.3%)
$100,000+6,569 (8.6%)3,181 (4.5%)
Total76,460 (100.0%)71,040 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Newark

Average earnings in Newark are $40,988 for men and $30,802 for women, a difference of 24.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $65,904, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,198. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $64,591, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $21,009.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Newark
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$34,198$21,009
High School Diploma$37,713$25,533
College or Associate's Degree$44,703$35,014
Bachelor's Degree$54,636$42,392
Graduate Degree$65,904$64,591
Total$40,988$30,802

Family Income in Newark

Family Income Brackets in Newark

According to the Newark family income data, there are 12,734 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.7% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 2,860 families (4.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Newark
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0005,9248.7%
$10,000 to $14,9992,9284.3%
$15,000 to $24,9996,81010.0%
$25,000 to $34,9996,1979.1%
$35,000 to $49,9999,46513.9%
$50,000 to $74,99912,73418.7%
$75,000 to $99,9998,37612.3%
$100,000 to $149,9999,05713.3%
$150,000 to $199,9993,8135.6%
$200,000+2,8604.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Newark

7+ person families (1,520 | 2.2%) account for the highest median family income in Newark with $95,750 per family, while 2-person families (25,433 | 37.3%) have the highest median income of $22,962 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Newark
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families25,433 (37.3%)$45,923
3-Person Families18,986 (27.9%)$53,930
4-Person Families13,296 (19.5%)$59,841
5-Person Families6,521 (9.6%)$68,756
6-Person Families2,341 (3.4%)$72,308
7+ Person Families1,520 (2.2%)$95,750
Total68,097 (100.0%)$56,099

Family Income by Number of Earners in Newark

The median family income in Newark is $56,099, with families comprising 3+ earners (8,569) having the highest median family income of $114,232, while families with no earners (9,465) have the lowest median family income of $14,473, accounting for 12.6% and 13.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Newark
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners9,465 (13.9%)$14,473
1 Earner27,720 (40.7%)$40,160
2 Earners22,343 (32.8%)$76,541
3+ Earners8,569 (12.6%)$114,232
Total68,097 (100.0%)$56,099

Household Income in Newark

Household Income Brackets in Newark

With 19,711 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Newark, accounting for 17.5% of all households. In contrast, only 3,717 households (3.3%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Newark
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00012,16510.8%
$10,000 to $14,9998,8987.9%
$15,000 to $24,99912,95311.5%
$25,000 to $34,99911,1519.9%
$35,000 to $49,99914,53012.9%
$50,000 to $74,99919,71117.5%
$75,000 to $99,99911,71410.4%
$100,000 to $149,99912,95311.5%
$150,000 to $199,9994,8434.3%
$200,000+3,7173.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Newark

The median household income in Newark is $46,460, with the highest median household income of $50,793 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 44,163 households (39.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $29,657, with 21,773 households (19.3%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Newark
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years3,537 (3.1%)$38,570
25 to 44 Years43,162 (38.3%)$50,285
45 to 64 Years44,163 (39.2%)$50,793
65+ Years21,773 (19.3%)$29,657
Total112,635 (100.0%)$46,460

Poverty in Newark

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Newark

With 21.7% poverty level for males and 27.0% for females among the residents of Newark, 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 1,196 males (51.1%) and 2,468 females (37.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Newark
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3,931 (38.0%)3,111 (31.7%)
5 Years1,196 (51.1%)448 (22.8%)
6 to 11 Years4,290 (33.7%)3,782 (34.3%)
12 to 14 Years2,217 (33.3%)2,468 (37.4%)
15 Years956 (39.0%)437 (30.5%)
16 and 17 Years1,166 (31.4%)1,256 (32.2%)
18 to 24 Years2,783 (19.5%)3,441 (23.5%)
25 to 34 Years2,603 (11.7%)5,753 (24.6%)
35 to 44 Years3,244 (15.6%)6,060 (28.1%)
45 to 54 Years2,767 (14.8%)4,436 (21.9%)
55 to 64 Years2,908 (18.3%)4,652 (25.7%)
65 to 74 Years2,132 (23.8%)2,868 (26.3%)
75 Years and over1,004 (22.7%)2,296 (27.3%)
Total31,197 (21.7%)41,008 (27.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Newark

According to the poverty statistics in Newark, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 88.3% of males and 78.1% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Newark
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years6,413 (62.0%)6,716 (68.3%)
5 Years1,143 (48.9%)1,517 (77.2%)
6 to 11 Years8,442 (66.3%)7,255 (65.7%)
12 to 14 Years4,436 (66.7%)4,128 (62.6%)
15 Years1,494 (61.0%)997 (69.5%)
16 and 17 Years2,543 (68.6%)2,650 (67.8%)
18 to 24 Years11,526 (80.5%)11,210 (76.5%)
25 to 34 Years19,631 (88.3%)17,620 (75.4%)
35 to 44 Years17,497 (84.4%)15,483 (71.9%)
45 to 54 Years15,912 (85.2%)15,840 (78.1%)
55 to 64 Years12,955 (81.7%)13,428 (74.3%)
65 to 74 Years6,838 (76.2%)8,025 (73.7%)
75 Years and over3,414 (77.3%)6,124 (72.7%)
Total112,244 (78.2%)110,993 (73.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Newark

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Newark show that 10.6% or 3,374 of the total 31,700 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 48.6%, comprising of 102 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 7.5%, which includes 1,217 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Newark
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children14,952 (92.5%)1,217 (7.5%)
1 or 2 Children10,666 (87.6%)1,516 (12.4%)
3 or 4 Children2,600 (82.8%)539 (17.2%)
5 or more Children108 (51.4%)102 (48.6%)
Total28,326 (89.4%)3,374 (10.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Newark

According to the poverty data in Newark, 16.5% or 1,556 single-father households and 35.8% or 9,649 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 households (47.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 260 households (97.7%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Newark
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children378 (8.2%)1,702 (16.8%)
1 or 2 Children813 (21.4%)5,877 (43.0%)
3 or 4 Children331 (35.1%)1,810 (61.2%)
5 or more Children34 (47.2%)260 (97.7%)
Total1,556 (16.5%)9,649 (35.8%)

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

The poverty data for Newark shows that 3,374 of the married-couple family households (10.6%) and 11,205 of the single-parent households (30.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 102 households (48.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 294 household (87.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Newark
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1,217 (7.5%)2,080 (14.1%)
1 or 2 Children1,516 (12.4%)6,690 (38.3%)
3 or 4 Children539 (17.2%)2,141 (54.9%)
5 or more Children102 (48.6%)294 (87.0%)
Total3,374 (10.6%)11,205 (30.8%)

Employment Characteristics in Newark

Employment by Class of Employer in Newark

Among the 128,392 employed individuals in Newark, private company employees (94,696 | 73.8%), not-for-profit organizations (8,712 | 6.8%), and local government employees (6,610 | 5.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Newark
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees94,69673.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)2,5622.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)6,0324.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations8,7126.8%
Local Government Employees6,6105.1%
State Government Employees6,4735.0%
Federal Government Employees3,1542.5%
Unpaid Family Workers1530.1%
Total128,392100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Newark

According to the labor force statistics for Newark, out of the total population over 16 years of age (241,044), 62.2% or 149,929 individuals are in the labor force, with 10.7% or 16,042 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 80.4% or 35,182 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 27.7% or 1,359 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Newark
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years4,905 (27.8%)1,359 (27.7%)
20 to 24 Years15,080 (64.5%)2,549 (16.9%)
25 to 29 Years18,533 (77.4%)2,354 (12.7%)
30 to 34 Years18,894 (79.2%)1,965 (10.4%)
35 to 44 Years35,182 (80.4%)3,694 (10.5%)
45 to 54 Years30,829 (77.1%)1,911 (6.2%)
55 to 59 Years10,880 (61.1%)762 (7.0%)
60 to 64 Years9,115 (53.1%)747 (8.2%)
65 to 74 Years5,541 (27.3%)610 (11.0%)
75 Years and over951 (7.2%)114 (12.0%)
Total149,929 (62.2%)16,042 (10.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Newark

According to labor force statistics for Newark, 74.1% of individuals (123,390) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (166,518) are in the labor force, with 9.3% or 11,475 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 86.7% or 25,892 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.9% or 4,810 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Newark
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School20,502 (61.8%)3,085 (9.3%)
High School Diploma44,130 (70.2%)6,852 (10.9%)
College / Associate Degree32,899 (81.0%)3,899 (9.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher25,892 (86.7%)1,762 (5.9%)
Total123,390 (74.1%)15,486 (9.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Newark

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Newark are Community & Social Service (10,980 | 8.2%), Management (7,915 | 5.9%), Education Instruction & Library (5,876 | 4.4%), Business & Financial (4,716 | 3.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (4,302 | 3.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Newark

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Newark, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (85.4%), Architecture & Engineering (84.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (78.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.0%), Education Instruction & Library (76.6%), and Health Technologists (71.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Newark
OccupationMaleFemale
Management3,285 (41.5%)4,630 (58.5%)
Business & Financial2,242 (47.5%)2,474 (52.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3,378 (78.5%)924 (21.5%)
Computers & Mathematics2,159 (85.4%)370 (14.6%)
Architecture & Engineering730 (84.2%)137 (15.8%)
Life, Physical & Social Science489 (54.0%)417 (46.0%)
Community & Social Service 3,706 (33.8%)7,274 (66.2%)
Education, Arts & Media1,041 (39.5%)1,595 (60.5%)
Legal Services & Support261 (31.6%)564 (68.4%)
Education Instruction & Library1,374 (23.4%)4,502 (76.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment1,030 (62.7%)613 (37.3%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating758 (20.0%)3,039 (80.0%)
Health Technologists540 (28.7%)1,343 (71.3%)
Total (Category)13,369 (42.2%)18,341 (57.8%)
Total (Overall)70,378 (52.6%)63,377 (47.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Newark are Healthcare Support (8,441 | 6.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (8,095 | 6.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (6,497 | 4.9%), Security & Protection (5,454 | 4.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (4,183 | 3.1%).
Services Occupations in Newark

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Newark, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (77.2%), Security & Protection (70.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (68.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (88.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (60.2%), and Personal Care & Service (58.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Newark
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support982 (11.6%)7,459 (88.4%)
Security & Protection3,848 (70.6%)1,606 (29.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention2,867 (68.5%)1,316 (31.5%)
Law Enforcement981 (77.2%)290 (22.8%)
Food Preparation & Serving3,366 (51.8%)3,131 (48.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance3,220 (39.8%)4,875 (60.2%)
Personal Care & Service1,560 (41.6%)2,187 (58.4%)
Total (Category)12,976 (40.3%)19,258 (59.7%)
Total (Overall)70,378 (52.6%)63,377 (47.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Newark are Office & Administration (15,884 | 11.9%), and Sales & Related (10,687 | 8.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Newark

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Newark
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related4,372 (40.9%)6,315 (59.1%)
Office & Administration4,919 (31.0%)10,965 (69.0%)
Total (Category)9,291 (35.0%)17,280 (65.0%)
Total (Overall)70,378 (52.6%)63,377 (47.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Newark are Construction & Extraction (13,561 | 10.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (3,233 | 2.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (271 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Newark

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Newark
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry127 (46.9%)144 (53.1%)
Construction & Extraction13,278 (97.9%)283 (2.1%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair3,078 (95.2%)155 (4.8%)
Total (Category)16,483 (96.6%)582 (3.4%)
Total (Overall)70,378 (52.6%)63,377 (47.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Newark are Transportation (9,981 | 7.5%), Material Moving (8,363 | 6.2%), and Production (7,831 | 5.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Newark

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Newark
OccupationMaleFemale
Production4,555 (58.2%)3,276 (41.8%)
Transportation8,765 (87.8%)1,216 (12.2%)
Material Moving4,939 (59.1%)3,424 (40.9%)
Total (Category)18,259 (69.8%)7,916 (30.2%)
Total (Overall)70,378 (52.6%)63,377 (47.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Newark

Employment Industries in Newark

The major employment industries in Newark include Health Care & Social Assistance (18,088 | 13.5%), Transportation & Warehousing (16,550 | 12.4%), Construction (15,394 | 11.5%), Retail Trade (13,150 | 9.8%), and Administrative & Support (9,875 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries in Newark

Employment Industries by Sex in Newark

The Newark industries that see more men than women are Construction (95.5%), Information (72.6%), and Transportation & Warehousing (66.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (80.9%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (70.2%), and Enterprise Management (69.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Newark
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting51 (29.8%)120 (70.2%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction14,697 (95.5%)697 (4.5%)
Manufacturing5,783 (59.0%)4,021 (41.0%)
Wholesale Trade2,201 (66.1%)1,127 (33.9%)
Retail Trade6,780 (51.6%)6,370 (48.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing11,020 (66.6%)5,530 (33.4%)
Utilities208 (59.4%)142 (40.6%)
Information932 (72.6%)352 (27.4%)
Finance & Insurance1,641 (43.2%)2,156 (56.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing1,075 (49.6%)1,094 (50.4%)
Professional & Scientific3,788 (56.9%)2,869 (43.1%)
Enterprise Management34 (30.1%)79 (69.9%)
Administrative & Support4,390 (44.5%)5,485 (55.5%)
Educational Services2,975 (32.2%)6,276 (67.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3,455 (19.1%)14,633 (80.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation1,353 (57.3%)1,008 (42.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services3,830 (48.2%)4,119 (51.8%)
Public Administration2,801 (44.1%)3,555 (55.9%)
Total70,378 (52.6%)63,377 (47.4%)

Education in Newark

School Enrollment in Newark

The most common levels of schooling among the 81,732 students in Newark are college / undergraduate (17,701 | 21.7%), middle school (16,969 | 20.8%), and high school (16,507 | 20.2%).
School Enrollment in Newark
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool6,2577.7%
Kindergarten4,5015.5%
Elementary School15,81019.3%
Middle School16,96920.8%
High School16,50720.2%
College / Undergraduate17,70121.7%
Graduate / Professional3,9874.9%
Total81,732100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Newark

Out of a total of 81,732 students who are enrolled in schools in Newark, 9,726 (11.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 72,006 (88.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 1,329 (33.0% 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 18,502 (95.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Newark
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds5,398 (92.9%)413 (7.1%)
5 to 9 Year Old18,502 (95.1%)953 (4.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds19,355 (94.3%)1,161 (5.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds10,370 (94.0%)667 (6.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds5,572 (79.1%)1,472 (20.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds6,252 (72.5%)2,372 (27.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds3,875 (74.3%)1,340 (25.7%)
35 Years and over2,701 (67.0%)1,329 (33.0%)
Total72,006 (88.1%)9,726 (11.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Newark

Business (7,923 | 21.9%), social sciences (3,898 | 10.8%), education (3,512 | 9.7%), science & technology (3,065 | 8.5%), and arts & humanities (2,552 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 36,242 individuals in Newark who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Newark
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1,7935.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1,8815.2%
Physical & Health Sciences8272.3%
Psychology2,1746.0%
Social Sciences3,89810.8%
Engineering2,5026.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies2520.7%
Science & Technology3,0658.5%
Business7,92321.9%
Education3,5129.7%
Literature & Languages1,5504.3%
Liberal Arts & History1,5184.2%
Visual & Performing Arts1,0092.8%
Communications1,7864.9%
Arts & Humanities2,5527.0%
Total36,242100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Newark

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Newark

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Newark are males with 1 vehicle (26,953, accounting for 39.8%) and females with 1 vehicle (24,394, making up 45.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Newark
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle14,354 (21.2%)14,434 (24.2%)
1 Vehicle26,953 (39.8%)24,394 (41.0%)
2 Vehicles17,956 (26.5%)14,326 (24.1%)
3 Vehicles6,577 (9.7%)4,810 (8.1%)
4 Vehicles1,527 (2.2%)1,225 (2.1%)
5 or more Vehicles389 (0.6%)321 (0.5%)
Total67,756 (100.0%)59,510 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Newark

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Newark are 30 to 34 minutes (24,115 commuters, 19.7%), 20 to 24 minutes (21,704 commuters, 17.7%), and 15 to 19 minutes (12,914 commuters, 10.5%).
Commute Time in Newark
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1,8741.5%
5 to 9 Minutes4,7463.9%
10 to 14 Minutes10,6528.7%
15 to 19 Minutes12,91410.5%
20 to 24 Minutes21,70417.7%
25 to 29 Minutes6,4785.3%
30 to 34 Minutes24,11519.7%
35 to 39 Minutes2,7082.2%
40 to 44 Minutes6,9895.7%
45 to 59 Minutes11,6829.5%
60 to 89 Minutes12,24210.0%
90 or more Minutes6,4275.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Newark

The most common commute times in Newark are 30 to 34 minutes (13,602 commuters, 20.6%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (10,513 commuters, 18.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Newark
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes958 (1.5%)916 (1.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes2,190 (3.3%)2,556 (4.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes5,015 (7.6%)5,637 (10.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes6,942 (10.5%)5,972 (10.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes11,962 (18.1%)9,742 (17.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes3,524 (5.3%)2,954 (5.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes13,602 (20.6%)10,513 (18.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes1,340 (2.0%)1,368 (2.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes4,516 (6.8%)2,473 (4.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes6,170 (9.3%)5,512 (9.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes6,629 (10.0%)5,613 (10.0%)
90 or more Minutes3,265 (4.9%)3,162 (5.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Newark

The most frequent times of departure to work in Newark are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (14,730, 22.3%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (9,952, 17.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Newark
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM4,472 (6.8%)2,328 (4.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM4,540 (6.9%)1,580 (2.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM2,718 (4.1%)1,885 (3.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM6,759 (10.2%)4,281 (7.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM4,513 (6.8%)3,667 (6.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM14,730 (22.3%)9,372 (16.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM3,611 (5.5%)5,646 (10.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM8,331 (12.6%)9,952 (17.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM1,520 (2.3%)2,559 (4.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2,901 (4.4%)3,861 (6.8%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM1,710 (2.6%)1,314 (2.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM1,141 (1.7%)697 (1.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM4,992 (7.5%)4,264 (7.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM4,175 (6.3%)5,012 (8.9%)
Total66,113 (100.0%)56,418 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Newark

Occupancy by Ownership in Newark

Of the total 112,635 dwellings in Newark, owner-occupied units account for 26,936 (23.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 85,699 (76.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Newark
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units26,93623.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units85,69976.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units112,635100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Newark

Occupancy by Household Size in Newark
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household38,81134.5%
2-Person Household27,53724.4%
3-Person Household19,08416.9%
4+ Person Household27,20324.1%
Total Housing Units112,635100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Newark

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Newark
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household6,639 (17.1%)32,172 (82.9%)
2-Person Household7,834 (28.4%)19,703 (71.6%)
3-Person Household5,159 (27.0%)13,925 (73.0%)
4+ Person Household7,304 (26.9%)19,899 (73.2%)
Total Housing Units26,936 (23.9%)85,699 (76.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Newark

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Newark
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School4,743 (20.4%)18,497 (79.6%)
High School Diploma7,805 (20.1%)31,073 (79.9%)
College/Associate Degree6,933 (23.7%)22,370 (76.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7,455 (35.1%)13,759 (64.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Newark

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Newark
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years22,91220.3%
35 to 44 Years23,78721.1%
45 to 54 Years22,68920.1%
55 to 64 Years21,47419.1%
65 to 74 Years13,34311.8%
75 to 84 Years5,8985.2%
85 Years and Over2,5322.2%
Total112,635100.0%

Housing Finances in Newark

Median Income by Occupancy in Newark

Median Income by Occupancy in Newark
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied26,936 (23.9%)$82,594
Renter-Occupied85,699 (76.1%)$38,190
Average112,635 (100.0%)$46,460

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Newark

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Newark
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000592 (2.2%)7,281 (8.5%)
$5,000 to $9,999254 (0.9%)4,056 (4.7%)
$10,000 to $14,999740 (2.8%)8,135 (9.5%)
$15,000 to $19,999643 (2.4%)5,652 (6.6%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,079 (4.0%)5,570 (6.5%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,787 (6.6%)9,401 (11.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9992,517 (9.3%)12,019 (14.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9994,539 (16.9%)15,200 (17.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9994,079 (15.1%)7,620 (8.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9995,830 (21.6%)7,093 (8.3%)
$150,000 or more4,876 (18.1%)3,672 (4.3%)
Total26,936 (100.0%)85,699 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Newark

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Newark
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300414 (1.5%)6,394 (7.5%)
$300 to $499880 (3.3%)5,086 (5.9%)
$500 to $7991,480 (5.5%)5,965 (7.0%)
$800 to $9991,829 (6.8%)8,211 (9.6%)
$1,000 to $1,4994,728 (17.5%)29,289 (34.2%)
$1,500 to $1,9994,360 (16.2%)19,616 (22.9%)
$2,000 to $2,4994,465 (16.6%)7,658 (8.9%)
$2,500 to $2,9993,763 (14.0%)1,553 (1.8%)
$3,000 or more5,017 (18.6%)718 (0.8%)
Total26,936 (100.0%)85,699 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Newark

Housing Structures in Newark

Housing Structures in Newark
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached12,97311.5%
Single Unit, Attached12,72211.3%
2 Unit Apartments22,34319.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments24,79622.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments9,3028.3%
10 or more Apartments30,22726.8%
Mobile Home / Other2720.2%
Total112,635100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Newark

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Newark
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached8,885 (68.5%)4,088 (31.5%)
Single Unit, Attached3,233 (25.4%)9,489 (74.6%)
2 Unit Apartments8,639 (38.7%)13,704 (61.3%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments5,056 (20.4%)19,740 (79.6%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments510 (5.5%)8,792 (94.5%)
10 or more Apartments560 (1.8%)29,667 (98.2%)
Mobile Home / Other53 (19.5%)219 (80.5%)
Total26,936 (23.9%)85,699 (76.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Newark

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Newark
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room583 (2.2%)8,804 (10.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms1,125 (4.2%)21,705 (25.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms10,979 (40.8%)42,150 (49.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms9,471 (35.2%)11,530 (13.5%)
8 or more Rooms4,778 (17.7%)1,510 (1.8%)
Total26,936 (100.0%)85,699 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Newark

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Newark
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas21,283 (79.0%)60,351 (70.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas672 (2.5%)2,031 (2.4%)
Electricity2,883 (10.7%)18,159 (21.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene1,669 (6.2%)1,865 (2.2%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)11 (0.0%)
All other Fuels134 (0.5%)506 (0.6%)
No Fuel Used295 (1.1%)2,776 (3.2%)
Total26,936 (100.0%)85,699 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Newark

Household Vehicle Usage in Newark
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle3,272 (12.1%)36,873 (43.0%)
1 Vehicle10,482 (38.9%)36,711 (42.8%)
2 Vehicles8,599 (31.9%)10,186 (11.9%)
3 or more Vehicles4,583 (17.0%)1,929 (2.2%)
Total26,936 (100.0%)85,699 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Newark

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Newark

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units8,48918,447
Median Property Value$286,900$321,100
Median Household Income$61,963$3,754
Monthly Housing Costs$1,044$4,864
Real Estate Taxes$6,880$1,386

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Newark

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Newark
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000799 (9.4%)852 (4.6%)
$50,000 to $99,999183 (2.2%)386 (2.1%)
$100,000 to $299,9993,449 (40.6%)7,015 (38.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9992,556 (30.1%)7,695 (41.7%)
$500,000 to $749,999963 (11.3%)1,859 (10.1%)
$750,000 to $999,999356 (4.2%)269 (1.5%)
$1,000,000 or more183 (2.2%)371 (2.0%)
Total8,489 (100.0%)18,447 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Newark

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Newark
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000491 (5.8%)251 (1.4%)
$10,000 to $24,9991,217 (14.3%)355 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999925 (10.9%)1,245 (6.8%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,016 (12.0%)862 (4.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,244 (14.6%)1,501 (8.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999948 (11.2%)3,295 (17.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,526 (18.0%)3,131 (17.0%)
$150,000 or more1,122 (13.2%)4,304 (23.3%)
Total8,489 (100.0%)18,447 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Newark

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Newark
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,797 (21.2%)91,779 (497.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x1,078 (12.7%)4,169 (22.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x1,028 (12.1%)3,245 (17.6%)
4.0x or more4,348 (51.2%)2,955 (16.0%)
Total8,489 (100.0%)18,447 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Newark

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Newark
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800396 (4.7%)30 (0.2%)
$800 to $1,499121 (1.4%)455 (2.5%)
$800 to $1,4997,309 (86.1%)147 (0.8%)
Total8,489 (100.0%)18,447 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Newark

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Newark

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Newark
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years23,498 (94.2%)1,441 (5.8%)
6 to 18 Years47,497 (87.9%)6,522 (12.1%)
19 to 25 Years25,119 (79.0%)6,684 (21.0%)
26 to 34 Years30,003 (72.6%)11,316 (27.4%)
35 to 44 Years29,789 (70.5%)12,495 (29.5%)
45 to 54 Years29,105 (74.8%)9,829 (25.3%)
55 to 64 Years28,636 (84.4%)5,307 (15.6%)
65 to 74 Years19,163 (96.5%)700 (3.5%)
75 Years and older12,523 (97.6%)315 (2.5%)
Total245,333 (81.8%)54,609 (18.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Newark

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Newark
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born23,498 (94.2%)1,441 (5.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen47,497 (87.9%)6,522 (12.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen25,119 (79.0%)6,684 (21.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Newark

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Newark
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00054,017 (83.1%)10,970 (16.9%)
$25,000 to $49,99948,872 (77.5%)14,163 (22.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99942,836 (77.1%)12,691 (22.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99929,027 (82.1%)6,317 (17.9%)
$100,000 and over64,779 (86.3%)10,269 (13.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Newark

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Newark
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 617,409 (69.8%)7,232 (29.0%)
6 to 18 Years32,887 (60.9%)17,207 (31.9%)
19 to 25 Years9,833 (30.9%)16,049 (50.5%)
25 to 34 Years12,335 (29.8%)18,774 (45.4%)
35 to 44 Years11,762 (27.8%)19,104 (45.2%)
45 to 54 Years10,463 (26.9%)19,696 (50.6%)
55 to 64 Years12,974 (38.2%)17,109 (50.4%)
65 to 74 Years18,103 (91.1%)6,892 (34.7%)
75 Years and over12,196 (95.0%)4,103 (32.0%)
Total137,962 (46.0%)126,166 (42.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Newark

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Newark
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years97 (0.9%)71 (0.7%)
5 to 17 Years2,659 (9.4%)2,042 (8.1%)
18 to 34 Years3,711 (9.7%)3,851 (9.7%)
35 to 64 Years10,601 (19.2%)11,087 (18.5%)
65 to 74 Years3,032 (33.8%)4,193 (38.5%)
75 Years and over2,244 (50.8%)4,495 (53.4%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Newark

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Newark: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years52 (0.5%)52 (0.5%)
5 to 17 Years68 (0.2%)61 (0.2%)
18 to 34 Years506 (1.3%)496 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years1,416 (2.6%)670 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years935 (10.4%)966 (8.9%)
75 Years and over968 (21.9%)1,359 (16.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Newark: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years45 (0.4%)19 (0.2%)
5 to 17 Years1,063 (3.8%)1,097 (4.3%)
18 to 34 Years1,180 (3.1%)1,965 (4.9%)
35 to 64 Years4,523 (8.2%)4,636 (7.7%)
65 to 74 Years1,182 (13.2%)1,469 (13.5%)
75 Years and over857 (19.4%)1,339 (15.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Newark: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1,665 (5.9%)891 (3.5%)
18 to 34 Years1,931 (5.0%)1,740 (4.4%)
35 to 64 Years2,571 (4.6%)3,407 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years786 (8.8%)824 (7.6%)
75 Years and over359 (8.1%)1,095 (13.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Newark: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years183 (0.6%)126 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years665 (1.7%)406 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years4,911 (8.9%)6,214 (10.4%)
65 to 74 Years1,492 (16.6%)2,684 (24.6%)
75 Years and over1,365 (30.9%)3,662 (43.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Newark: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years355 (1.3%)118 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years590 (1.5%)270 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years2,078 (3.8%)2,585 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years637 (7.1%)869 (8.0%)
75 Years and over735 (16.6%)1,708 (20.3%)

Technology Access in Newark

Computing Device Access in Newark

Computing Device Access in Newark
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop71,78663.7%
Smartphone97,55886.6%
Tablet61,91255.0%
No Computing Device9,9528.8%
Total112,635100.0%

Internet Access in Newark

Internet Access in Newark
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet1050.1%
Broadband Home68,49760.8%
Cellular Data Only16,67014.8%
Satellite Internet4,9424.4%
No Internet24,50421.8%
Total112,635100.0%

Newark Summary

Newark, New Jersey is the largest city in the state and the county seat of Essex County. It is located in the northeastern part of the state, just 8 miles west of Manhattan. Newark is a major port city and the largest city in the New York metropolitan area. It is home to a diverse population of over 280,000 people, making it the third-largest city in New Jersey.

History

The area that is now Newark was first settled by the Lenape Native Americans in the 1600s. The first European settlers arrived in 1666 and the city was officially founded in 1666 by Puritans from Connecticut. The city was named after Newark-on-Trent in England. Newark was an important port city during the American Revolution and was the site of several battles. In the 19th century, Newark became an industrial center and a major transportation hub. The city was a major center of immigration in the early 20th century, with many immigrants from Europe and the Caribbean settling in the city.

Geography

Newark is located in the northeastern part of New Jersey, just 8 miles west of Manhattan. It is situated on the Passaic River and is bordered by the cities of Elizabeth, Irvington, and East Orange. Newark is part of the Gateway Region, which includes the cities of Jersey City, Hoboken, and Bayonne. The city has a total area of 24.06 square miles, of which 23.45 square miles is land and 0.61 square miles is water.

Economy

Newark is a major economic center in the region. The city is home to several major corporations, including Prudential Financial, Panasonic, Audible, and IDT Corporation. Newark is also home to the Port Newark-Elizabeth Marine Terminal, the largest port on the East Coast. The city is also a major transportation hub, with Newark Liberty International Airport, Amtrak, and several major highways and rail lines running through the city.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Newark was 277,140, making it the third-largest city in New Jersey. The population is racially and ethnically diverse, with African Americans making up the largest racial group at 54.2%, followed by Hispanics at 29.2%, whites at 13.2%, and Asians at 3.2%. The median household income in Newark is $35,890, and the median age is 33.7 years. The city has a poverty rate of 28.2%, which is higher than the national average.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Newark?
Total Population of Newark is 307,355.
What is the Total Male Population of Newark?
Total Male Population of Newark is 152,326.
What is the Total Female Population of Newark?
Total Female Population of Newark is 155,029.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Newark?
There are 98.26 Males per 100 Females in Newark.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Newark?
There are 101.77 Females per 100 Males in Newark.
What is the Median Population Age in Newark?
Median Population Age in Newark is 34.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Newark
Average Family Size in Newark is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Newark
Average Household Size in Newark is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Newark?
Per Capita income in Newark is $24,716.
What is the Median Family Income in Newark?
Median Family Income in Newark is $56,099.
What is the Median Household income in Newark?
Median Household Income in Newark is $46,460.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Newark?
Income or Wage Gap in Newark is 26.9%.
Women in Newark earn 73.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Newark?
Family Income Deficit in Newark is $12,135.
Families that are below poverty line in Newark earn $12,135 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Newark?
Inequality or Gini Index in Newark is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Newark?
There are 149,929 People in the Labor Forcein in Newark.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Newark?
62.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Newark.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Newark?
Unemployment Rate in Newark is 10.7%.