East Orange, NJ — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Essex County · New Jersey
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for East Orange based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
69,183
2023 ACS
Median Income
$59,872
2023
Median Home Value
$315,500
2023
Median Rent
$1,372
2023
Median Age
37.0
Unemployment
10.3%
Cost of Living Index
135.2
100 = national avg
East Orange is a city in Essex County, New Jersey, with a population of 69,183 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. East Orange is one of the communities in New Jersey.
The median household income in East Orange is $59,872, and the median home value is $315,500. The cost of living index is 135.2 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,372 per month. The unemployment rate is 10.3%, and the median age is 37.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
69,183
Male
31,675
45.8%
Female
37,508
54.2%
Median Age
37.0
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
16.1%
High School or Higher
40.9%
Foreign Born
29.2%
Veterans
3.2%
Married
27.1%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.335
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
80.3%
Foreign Born
29.2%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
9.9%
6,821 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
90.1%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
64,624
English Only
79.8%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
4,409 speakers
Limited English
7.2%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
92.8%
Limited English Proficiency
7.2%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
2,205
3.2% of population
Disability Rate
29.8%
656 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$45,063
Unemployment Rate
11.5%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,690
76.6%
Female Veterans
515
23.4%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$45,063
Non-Veteran Income
$35,768
Difference
$9,295
26.0% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
656
Without Disability
1,549
Disability Rate
29.8%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
25,269
#1 Ancestry
West Indian
16.2% (11,240)
#2 Ancestry
Jamaican
7.1% (4,915)
#3 Ancestry
Sub-Saharan African
6.8% (4,697)
Top 18 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
28,188
Family Households
14,994
53.2%
Married Couples
6,828
24.2%
Non-Family Households
13,194
46.8%
Single Mother Households
6,120
21.7%
Single Father Households
2,046
7.3%
Living Alone
11,537
40.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
12,095
In Married Couple
5,244
43.4%
With Single Mother
5,490
45.4%
With Single Father
1,361
11.3%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$76,236
Married Couple Income
$89,011
Single Mother Income
$57,931
Single Father Income
$73,000
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.2
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
2,189
Grandparents Responsible
586
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$59,872
-18% vs national
Per Capita Income
$32,796
-12% vs national
Poverty Rate
17.6%
+30% vs national
Gini Index
0.4575
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
10.3%
+98% vs national
SNAP Recipients
20.7%
of households
How East Orange Compares
East Orange vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. East Orange is highlighted.
Median Household Income
East Orange, NJ has a median household income of $59,872, making it the 16,575th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that East Orange has a higher median household income than 41% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
East Orange, NJ has a per capita income of $32,796, making it the 14,308th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that East Orange has a higher per capita income than 49% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
East Orange, NJ has a poverty rate of 17.6%, making it the 8,836th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that East Orange has a higher poverty rate than 72% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
East Orange, NJ has a unemployment rate of 10.3%, making it the 3,807th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that East Orange has a higher unemployment rate than 88% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in East Orange. The median household income here is $59,872.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
10.3%
+81% vs NJ avg
Labor Force
36,827
Employed
32,991
Mean Commute
33 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
16.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
40.9%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.0
Work from Home
8.1%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$162.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
135.2
100 = national avg
+35.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,471
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$140,567
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,822
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,205
per month
The median household income in East Orange, NJ is $59,872, which is 18.2% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $32,796. The poverty rate of 17.6% is higher than the NJ state average of 7.7%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4575, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 10.3%, compared to the state average of 5.7%. The labor force is 36,827. 16.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 33 minutes, with 8.1% working from home. About 56.6% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 135.2, which is 35.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 191.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,471 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$680,000
Median List Price
$519,999
Price Per Sq Ft
$273
Days on Market
119
Active Inventory
128
Months of Supply
6.7
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$471,747
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,038
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
79.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
21.4%
Sale-to-List Ratio
102.5%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
19
New Listings
36
Pending Sales
28
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$273
Median List $/SF
$240
East Orange vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. East Orange is highlighted.
Median Home Value
East Orange, NJ has a median home value of $315,500, making it the 6,633rd highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that East Orange has a higher median home value than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
East Orange, NJ has a median rent of $1,372, making it the 5,019th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that East Orange has a higher median rent than 78% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
East Orange, NJ has a price per square foot of $273, making it the 4,375th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that East Orange has a higher price per square foot than 79% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
East Orange, NJ has a rent burden of 27.5%, making it the 2,082nd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that East Orange has a higher rent burden than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$315,500
Median Rent
$1,372
Total Housing Units
29,949
Vacancy Rate
5.9%
Owner Occupied
27.4%
Renter Occupied
72.6%
Median Property Tax
$9,928
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,266
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$9,928
per year
Effective Tax Rate
3.15%
of home value
Median Home Value
$315,500
Estimated Mean Tax
$9,029
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($9,928) by the median home value ($315,500). In East Orange, NJ, this works out to an effective rate of 3.15%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in East Orange, NJ is $680,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 119 days on the market. 79.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 6.7 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $273. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,038/month. About 27.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1957. There are 29,949 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $9,928. The effective tax rate is 3.15%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.86
per 1,000 residents
+87% vs national
Property Crime Rate
19.53
per 1,000 residents
+14% vs national
Total Crimes
1,735
2024
Violent Clearance
38%
cases solved
Property Clearance
7%
cases solved
YoY Change
+0.6%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How East Orange Compares
Source: FBI (2024)East Orange vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. East Orange is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)East Orange police solve 46% of aggravated assault cases but only 0% of murder cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 5 | 0.07 | 0.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 26 | 0.37 | 7.7% |
| Robbery | Violent | 82 | 1.15 | 28.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 233 | 3.28 | 46.4% |
| Burglary | Property | 76 | 1.07 | 11.8% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 880 | 12.37 | 10.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 433 | 6.09 | 0.7% |
East Orange, NJ reported 346 violent crimes and 1,389 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.86 per 1,000 residents is 87.1% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 38% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 880 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 18.5% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 346 | 1,389 | 4.86 | 19.53 |
| 2023 | 330 | 1,353 | 4.84 | 19.83 |
| 2022 | 190 | 556 | 2.78 | 8.14 |
| 2020 | 294 | 810 | 4.57 | 12.59 |
| 2019 | 275 | 894 | 4.28 | 13.93 |
| 2018 | 333 | 904 | 5.15 | 13.99 |
| 2017 | 473 | 1,059 | 7.26 | 16.25 |
| 2016 | 438 | 898 | 6.76 | 13.86 |
| 2015 | 434 | 815 | 6.66 | 12.50 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
97.7
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
96.2
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
80.3
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
27.7
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
33
Public Assistance
$415.0M
Individual Assistance
$258.9M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
10 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | $34.4M | $131.3M |
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Isaias → | Hurricane | Dec 2020 | $4.9M | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $329.1M | $29.0M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Severe Storm | Jun 2018 | $4.9M | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Severe Storm | Mar 2016 | $4.4M | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | $22.3M | $42.9M |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Severe Storm → | Severe Storm | Nov 2011 | $5.0M | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $6.0M | $45.2M |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Feb 2011 | $2.8M | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2010 | $1.1M | $1.0M |
| Severe Storms and Inland and Coastal Flo… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2007 | — | $4.4M |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2005 | — | $187K |
| Power Outage → | Other | Sep 2003 | — | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Mar 2003 | — | — |
| Fires and Explosions → | Fire | Sep 2001 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 43 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
5,835
Total Claims Paid
$163,124,656
Avg Claim Payout
$27,956
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
42
Federal Funding
$14,264,422
Properties Protected
56
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.04
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 12 | $1,550,283 |
| 601.1: Generators | 8 | $831,684 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular; 602.1: Other Equipment Purchase and Installation | 6 | $823,690 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 3 | $4,375,055 |
| 601.1: Generators; 602.1: Other Equipment Purchase and Installation | 3 | $223,633 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
East Orange has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are heat wave, strong wind, winter weather. The area has had 33 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (10 declarations). 5,835 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $414,996,838 in public assistance recovery funding. $258,913,014 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 42 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
35.8%
near the national average
Depression Rate
15.4%
8.1pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.5%
2.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.6%
4.0pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
36.6%
Arthritis
21.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
4.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.9%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
15.4%
Loneliness
39.1%
Lack of Support
33.2%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
29.9%
Mobility
15.4%
Cognitive
15.4%
Hearing
4.4%
Vision
8.0%
Self-Care
5.9%
Independent Living
10.3%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
East Orange has an obesity rate of 35.8%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 15.4%, 8.1pp below the national average. About 14.6% of adults lack health insurance. 79.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
0.7 mi
Va New Jersey Health Care Syst...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Va New Jersey Health Care System | 0.7 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 3/5 | Yes |
| Carewell Health Medical Center | 0.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Silver Lake Hospital Ltach | 1.3 mi | Long-term | — | — |
| The University Hospital | 2.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Saint Michael'S Medical Center | 2.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
75,000
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| EAST ORANGE WATER COMMISSION | 75,000 | 0 |
There are 1 water system serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
33 min
+39% vs national
Drive Alone
56.6%
-28% vs national
Public Transit
20.0%
+2127% vs national
Work From Home
8.1%
-13% vs national
Carpool
5.6%
Walk / Bike
4.1%
combined
How East Orange's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
4
2023
6-Year Avg
6
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
3
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
2
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 2022 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 2021 | 7 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2020 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 2019 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in East Orange, NJ is 33 minutes, which is 39.3% above the national average of 23 minutes. 56.6% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 8.1% work from home, which is below the NJ state average of 12.2%. Public transit is used by 20.0% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 5.6% of workers carpool. 4.0% walk to work. In 2023, there were 4 traffic fatalities from 4 fatal crashes. 3 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
87.1%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
68.5%
of households
No Internet
10.9%
of households
Total Households
28,188
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
93.5%
of households
Smartphone
89.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
68.5%
of households
Tablet
55.9%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
19.3¢
per kWh
+5% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
14.6¢
per kWh
-1% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
11.9¢
per kWh
+7% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$128
residential
-12% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
13% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in New Jersey averages 19.3¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $128. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
East Orange vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
75,000
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EAST ORANGE WATER COMMISSION | Community | Ground water | 75,000 | 0 |
87.1% of households in East Orange have broadband internet access. 68.5% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 13.8% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 10.9% of households have no internet access. 17.2% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 75,000 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. East Orange is located in Essex County, NJ. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in East Orange.
Election Overview
Source: Essex County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
224,596
71.7%
GOP Votes
83,908
26.8%
Total Votes
313,283
Margin
D+44.9%
Shift from 2020
R+10.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 224,596 | 83,908 | 313,283 | 71.7% | 26.8% | D+44.9 |
| 2020 | 266,820 | 75,475 | 345,311 | 77.3% | 21.9% | D+55.4 |
| 2016 | 231,031 | 62,059 | 299,808 | 77.1% | 20.7% | D+56.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Essex County recorded 313,283 total votes. Democrats won the county with 71.7% of the vote compared to 26.8% for Republicans, a margin of D+44.9%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+10.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Essex County has shifted 11.5 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
294
Total Assets
$88.4M
Total Income
$112.4M
Per 10K Residents
42.5
nonprofits
+3.0% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
16
Median Assets
$94K
Oldest Active
1949
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $64.8M of $88.4M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in East Orange
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFEast Orange, NJ has 294 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $88.4M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 68 organizations. 16 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 42.5 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1949.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
223
Total Approved
$63.7M
Jobs Supported
1,356
Per 10K Residents
32.2
SBA loans
-56.6% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
49
Top Lender
PNC Bank, National Association
28 loans
Top Industry
Other Services
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
215
Total Amount
$57.4M
Avg Loan
$266,780
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$42.4M(74%)
Jobs Supported
1,176
Loans
8
Total Amount
$6.3M
Avg Loan
$786,875
Median Loan
$664,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
46
21% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$10.7M
17% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$233,367
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jam Media Solutions Llc | 3 | $7.1M |
| Zadies Early Childhood Center Llc | 1 | $2.4M |
| New East Hospitality Llc | 1 | $2.0M |
| Ajim Inc | 1 | $1.9M |
| Ditex Bedding Corporation | 1 | $1.7M |
| Post & Lintel Inc | 2 | $1.5M |
| Arnav Beverage Inc | 1 | $1.5M |
| James M Lee Md | 1 | $1.4M |
| Jonathan's Liquor Store Llc | 1 | $1.3M |
| Plumbco Supplies Inc | 1 | $1.3M |
East Orange, NJ has received 223 SBA loans totaling $63.7M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 215 loans (96% of the total), supporting 1,176 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 8 loans totaling $6.3M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Other Services. The most active SBA lender in East Orange is PNC Bank, National Association with 28 loans. That works out to 32.2 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
83
Total Population
2,278,559
Avg Median Income
-$7,921,484
Avg Home Value
-$15,547,537
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07002 | 70,468 | $81,285 | $446,100 | $1,593 | 5.8 |
| 07003 | 52,921 | $98,805 | $447,600 | $1,775 | 5.3 |
| 07004 | 7,712 | $113,750 | $651,800 | $2,576 | 10.1 |
| 07006 | 26,417 | $148,645 | $667,300 | $1,973 | 9.3 |
| 07009 | 13,317 | $153,654 | $600,800 | $1,693 | 4.3 |
| 07011 | 38,817 | $73,589 | $403,200 | $1,613 | 3.1 |
| 07012 | 15,153 | $100,341 | $459,300 | $1,695 | 2.2 |
| 07013 | 29,419 | $119,291 | $462,700 | $1,696 | 4.4 |
| 07014 | 4,867 | $138,222 | $413,400 | $1,912 | 1.4 |
| 07016 | 23,841 | $148,629 | $635,800 | $2,116 | 4.8 |
| 07017 | 40,809 | $61,552 | $316,700 | $1,346 | 2.3 |
| 07018 | 28,261 | $59,039 | $314,100 | $1,410 | 1.7 |
| 07021 | 2,320 | $250,001 | $976,300 | $3,501 | 1.4 |
| 07026 | 32,502 | $75,701 | $454,300 | $1,612 | 2.1 |
| 07027 | 4,688 | $100,948 | $509,800 | $1,603 | 0.7 |
| 07028 | 8,002 | $246,500 | $725,600 | $2,395 | 1.3 |
| 07029 | 22,128 | $80,495 | $433,100 | $2,036 | 1.3 |
| 07030 | 58,340 | $176,943 | $872,100 | $2,819 | 1.3 |
| 07031 | 16,368 | $101,493 | $464,700 | $1,706 | 2.5 |
| 07032 | 40,570 | $83,212 | $431,700 | $1,649 | 8.8 |
| 07033 | 8,339 | $126,295 | $521,100 | $2,119 | 2.1 |
| 07036 | 45,101 | $89,942 | $385,100 | $1,622 | 10.9 |
| 07039 | 31,128 | $218,416 | $746,100 | $2,953 | 13.8 |
| 07040 | 25,406 | $167,428 | $684,600 | $2,184 | 3.9 |
| 07041 | 7,610 | $220,923 | $935,900 | $1,969 | 1.3 |
| 07042 | 27,173 | $127,083 | $733,100 | $2,017 | 3.8 |
| 07043 | 13,502 | $250,001 | $948,300 | $2,287 | 2.5 |
| 07044 | 14,441 | $159,044 | $595,000 | $2,125 | 2.8 |
| 07047 | 61,202 | $75,505 | $466,800 | $1,702 | 5.1 |
| 07050 | 33,856 | $53,109 | $336,200 | $1,427 | 2.2 |
| 07052 | 48,323 | $131,456 | $527,200 | $1,791 | 12.0 |
| 07055 | 69,651 | $56,780 | $406,500 | $1,392 | 3.1 |
| 07057 | 11,825 | $82,422 | $493,700 | $1,568 | 1.0 |
| 07068 | 6,211 | $160,644 | $640,600 | $3,293 | 3.6 |
| 07070 | 18,748 | $136,069 | $580,800 | $1,859 | 2.8 |
| 07071 | 22,343 | $109,021 | $496,000 | $1,719 | 4.6 |
| 07072 | 6,343 | $94,854 | $523,800 | $1,503 | 4.0 |
| 07073 | 10,154 | $91,789 | $453,500 | $1,867 | 3.7 |
| 07074 | 3,106 | $108,359 | $450,800 | $1,131 | 1.1 |
| 07075 | 10,094 | $131,412 | $532,900 | $1,886 | 1.1 |
| 07078 | 14,183 | $250,001 | $1,627,300 | $3,363 | 8.0 |
| 07079 | 18,369 | $184,769 | $808,100 | $2,067 | 2.9 |
| 07081 | 16,984 | $146,059 | $590,600 | $2,135 | 5.2 |
| 07083 | 57,036 | $118,106 | $425,600 | $1,938 | 8.7 |
| 07087 | 66,375 | $65,369 | $446,800 | $1,489 | 1.3 |
| 07088 | 3,083 | $92,041 | $343,700 | $2,046 | 0.3 |
| 07092 | 6,967 | $210,100 | $755,600 | $3,501 | 4.0 |
| 07094 | 21,437 | $134,746 | $557,800 | $2,197 | 5.8 |
| 07102 | 12,954 | $37,093 | $293,900 | $1,141 | 1.1 |
| 07103 | 36,733 | $42,397 | $259,300 | $1,289 | 2.1 |
| 07104 | 54,277 | $51,199 | $337,400 | $1,343 | 2.5 |
| 07105 | 56,657 | $55,752 | $445,900 | $1,600 | 4.6 |
| 07106 | 35,999 | $48,105 | $321,400 | $1,221 | 1.4 |
| 07107 | 42,132 | $49,892 | $353,300 | $1,259 | 1.6 |
| 07108 | 28,317 | $33,960 | $326,900 | $1,098 | 1.4 |
| 07109 | 37,785 | $90,164 | $405,500 | $1,596 | 3.3 |
| 07110 | 29,746 | $115,215 | $489,900 | $1,698 | 3.4 |
| 07111 | 60,334 | $59,232 | $291,500 | $1,324 | 2.9 |
| 07112 | 27,633 | $55,171 | $306,100 | $1,334 | 1.4 |
| 07114 | 12,658 | $34,167 | $384,700 | $616 | 7.9 |
| 07201 | 27,725 | $62,026 | $413,000 | $1,476 | 6.4 |
| 07202 | 44,638 | $68,071 | $358,000 | $1,508 | 2.3 |
| 07203 | 22,455 | $82,967 | $336,500 | $1,499 | 2.6 |
| 07204 | 13,965 | $104,418 | $405,800 | $1,585 | 1.2 |
| 07205 | 22,179 | $98,558 | $363,200 | $1,712 | 2.8 |
| 07206 | 31,120 | $60,992 | $339,200 | $1,543 | 1.8 |
| 07208 | 32,404 | $61,873 | $425,600 | $1,364 | 1.8 |
| 07302 | 55,448 | $166,854 | $853,700 | $2,960 | 1.4 |
| 07304 | 49,260 | $68,432 | $489,400 | $1,572 | 2.1 |
| 07305 | 71,643 | $77,126 | $418,200 | $1,610 | 5.7 |
| 07306 | 54,567 | $75,861 | $502,600 | $1,619 | 3.0 |
| 07307 | 42,242 | $80,745 | $574,000 | $1,708 | 1.9 |
| 07310 | 14,577 | $172,946 | $880,300 | $3,456 | 0.6 |
| 07311 | 1,954 | $179,928 | N/A | $3,501 | 0.1 |
| 07424 | 27,475 | $104,122 | $477,300 | $1,771 | 5.7 |
| 07503 | 19,567 | $60,295 | $314,900 | $1,605 | 1.6 |
| 07512 | 10,919 | $114,177 | $507,700 | $1,703 | 4.0 |
| 07604 | 12,067 | $118,670 | $508,500 | $1,605 | 1.5 |
| 07608 | 120 | N/A | N/A | $1,911 | 1.7 |
| 07901 | 24,502 | $177,986 | $958,700 | $2,209 | 6.3 |
| 07932 | 11,498 | $147,009 | $719,400 | $3,009 | 6.7 |
| 07936 | 11,106 | $144,792 | $668,500 | $2,745 | 7.9 |
| 10303 | 25,993 | $79,429 | $457,600 | $1,520 | 3.2 |
East Orange, NJ has 83 ZIP codes with a combined population of 2,278,559. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$7,921,484. The average median home value is -$15,547,537. The average median monthly rent is $1,886.
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