Elizabeth, NJ — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Union County · New Jersey
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Elizabeth based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
135,887
2023 ACS
Median Income
$63,874
2023
Median Home Value
$393,500
2023
Median Rent
$1,463
2023
Median Age
35.8
Unemployment
6.9%
Cost of Living Index
141.5
100 = national avg
Elizabeth is a city in Union County, New Jersey, with a population of 135,887 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Elizabeth is one of the communities in New Jersey.
The median household income in Elizabeth is $63,874, and the median home value is $393,500. The cost of living index is 141.5 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,463 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.9%, and the median age is 35.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
135,887
Male
68,235
50.2%
Female
67,652
49.8%
Median Age
35.8
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
9.2%
High School or Higher
34.1%
Foreign Born
50.6%
Veterans
1.1%
Married
32.1%
Avg Household Size
2.9
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.286
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Other
38.5%
Foreign Born
50.6%
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
66.8%
90,705 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
33.3%
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+)
125,646
English Only
23.4%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
77,223 speakers
Limited English
45.6%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
54.4%
Limited English Proficiency
45.6%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,491
1.1% of population
Disability Rate
19.1%
285 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$35,375
Unemployment Rate
2.8%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,284
86.1%
Female Veterans
207
13.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$35,375
Non-Veteran Income
$33,811
Difference
$1,564
4.6% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
285
Without Disability
1,206
Disability Rate
19.1%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
28,921
#1 Ancestry
West Indian
3.7% (4,976)
#2 Ancestry
Portuguese
3.6% (4,938)
#3 Ancestry
Italian
2.3% (3,121)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
45,932
Family Households
32,944
71.7%
Married Couples
17,191
37.4%
Non-Family Households
12,988
28.3%
Single Mother Households
10,640
23.2%
Single Father Households
5,113
11.1%
Living Alone
10,165
22.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
30,095
In Married Couple
14,923
49.6%
With Single Mother
10,686
35.5%
With Single Father
4,486
14.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$66,957
Married Couple Income
$80,719
Single Mother Income
$46,143
Single Father Income
$68,610
Avg Family Size
2.9
Avg Non-Family Size
2.8
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
3,318
Grandparents Responsible
555
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$63,874
-13% vs national
Per Capita Income
$28,490
-23% vs national
Poverty Rate
15.3%
+13% vs national
Gini Index
0.4432
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.9%
+32% vs national
SNAP Recipients
15.9%
of households
How Elizabeth Compares
Elizabeth vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Elizabeth is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Elizabeth, NJ has a median household income of $63,874, making it the 14,691st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Elizabeth has a higher median household income than 48% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Elizabeth, NJ has a per capita income of $28,490, making it the 18,932nd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Elizabeth has a higher per capita income than 33% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Elizabeth, NJ has a poverty rate of 15.3%, making it the 10,831st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Elizabeth has a higher poverty rate than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Elizabeth, NJ has a unemployment rate of 6.9%, making it the 7,537th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Elizabeth has a higher unemployment rate than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Elizabeth. The median household income here is $63,874.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.9%
+21% vs NJ avg
Labor Force
70,652
Employed
65,773
Mean Commute
26 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
9.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
34.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.8
Work from Home
5.7%
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
141.5
100 = national avg
+41.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,251
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$147,139
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 Elizabeth, NJ is $63,874, which is 12.8% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $28,490. The poverty rate of 15.3% is higher than the NJ state average of 7.7%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4432, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.9%, compared to the state average of 5.7%. The labor force is 70,652. 9.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 26 minutes, with 5.7% working from home. About 59.1% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 141.5, which is 41.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 210.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,251 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$618,000
Median List Price
$680,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$303
Days on Market
50
Active Inventory
116
Months of Supply
3.3
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$530,221
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,263
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
54.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
14.3%
Sale-to-List Ratio
101.3%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
35
New Listings
65
Pending Sales
35
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$303
Median List $/SF
$305
Elizabeth vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Elizabeth is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Elizabeth, NJ has a median home value of $393,500, making it the 4,634th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Elizabeth has a higher median home value than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Elizabeth, NJ has a median rent of $1,463, making it the 4,313th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Elizabeth has a higher median rent than 81% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Elizabeth, NJ has a price per square foot of $303, making it the 3,535th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Elizabeth has a higher price per square foot than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Elizabeth, NJ has a rent burden of 27.5%, making it the 2,089th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Elizabeth has a higher rent burden than 90% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$393,500
Median Rent
$1,463
Total Housing Units
48,940
Vacancy Rate
6.2%
Owner Occupied
25.4%
Renter Occupied
74.6%
Median Property Tax
$10,001
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,070
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$10,001
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.54%
of home value
Median Home Value
$393,500
Estimated Mean Tax
$10,552
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($10,001) by the median home value ($393,500). In Elizabeth, NJ, this works out to an effective rate of 2.54%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Elizabeth, NJ is $618,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 50 days on the market. 54.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.3 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $303. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,263/month. About 25.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1955. There are 48,940 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $10,001. The effective tax rate is 2.54%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.10
per 1,000 residents
+58% vs national
Property Crime Rate
26.58
per 1,000 residents
+55% vs national
Total Crimes
4,249
2024
Violent Clearance
44%
cases solved
Property Clearance
11%
cases solved
YoY Change
-26.7%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Elizabeth Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Elizabeth vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Elizabeth 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)Elizabeth police solve 60% of murder cases but only 2% of motor vehicle theft 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 | 0.04 | 60.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 44 | 0.32 | 15.9% |
| Robbery | Violent | 156 | 1.13 | 22.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 361 | 2.61 | 56.5% |
| Burglary | Property | 205 | 1.48 | 12.7% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 2,643 | 19.08 | 13.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 833 | 6.01 | 1.9% |
Elizabeth, NJ reported 568 violent crimes and 3,681 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.10 per 1,000 residents is 57.7% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 44% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 2,643 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 12.7% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 568 | 3,681 | 4.10 | 26.58 |
| 2023 | 747 | 3,984 | 5.59 | 29.83 |
| 2022 | 647 | 3,423 | 4.83 | 25.53 |
| 2021 | 642 | 2,978 | 4.79 | 22.20 |
| 2020 | 774 | 2,897 | 5.98 | 22.37 |
| 2019 | 926 | 3,898 | 7.19 | 30.28 |
| 2018 | 897 | 4,002 | 6.95 | 31.00 |
| 2017 | 1,035 | 4,595 | 7.98 | 35.42 |
| 2016 | 1,054 | 4,134 | 8.16 | 32.02 |
| 2015 | 1,174 | 3,793 | 9.08 | 29.32 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
95.5
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
94.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
55.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
30.3
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
30
Public Assistance
$95.9M
Individual Assistance
$366.5M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
9 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | $37.4M | $114.0M |
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Hurricane | Sep 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $16.1M | $19.9M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Severe Storm | Mar 2016 | $2.7M | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | $27.0M | $35.4M |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Severe Storm → | Severe Storm | Nov 2011 | $3.0M | — |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | $7.8M | $36.2M |
| Hurricane Irene → | Hurricane | Aug 2011 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Feb 2011 | $2.0M | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2010 | — | $799K |
| Severe Storms and Inland and Coastal Flo… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2007 | — | $2.6M |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Power Outage → | Other | Sep 2003 | — | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Mar 2003 | — | — |
| Fires and Explosions → | Fire | Sep 2001 | — | — |
| West Nile Virus → | Other | Nov 2000 | — | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Emergency Declarations → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 42 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
7,498
Total Claims Paid
$163,682,831
Avg Claim Payout
$21,830
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
37
Federal Funding
$9,449,245
Properties Protected
40
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.60
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 19 | $1,179,300 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 4 | $4,698,705 |
| 601.1: Generators | 3 | $275,000 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular; 602.1: Other Equipment Purchase and Installation | 2 | $292,448 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $489,990 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Elizabeth has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are strong wind, winter weather, lightning. The area has had 30 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (9 declarations). 7,498 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $95,918,629 in public assistance recovery funding. $366,511,058 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 37 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
34.8%
1.3pp below the national average
Depression Rate
14.8%
8.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
13.7%
1.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
28.1%
17.5pp 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
36.3%
Arthritis
17.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
4.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.7%
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
17.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
14.8%
Loneliness
37.2%
Lack of Support
31.4%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
31.9%
Mobility
14.6%
Cognitive
16.7%
Hearing
5.7%
Vision
8.8%
Self-Care
5.4%
Independent Living
9.6%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Elizabeth has an obesity rate of 34.8%, which is 1.3pp below the national average. The depression rate is 14.8%, 8.7pp below the national average. About 28.1% of adults lack health insurance. 73.2% 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
2.4 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.3 mi
Newark Beth Israel Medical Cen...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark Beth Israel Medical Center | 3.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Carepoint Health - Bayonne Medical Center | 4.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | — |
| Saint Michael'S Medical Center | 4.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| The University Hospital | 5.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital At Rahway | 6.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
26 min
+9% vs national
Drive Alone
59.1%
-25% vs national
Public Transit
11.5%
+1180% vs national
Work From Home
5.7%
-39% vs national
Carpool
15.2%
Walk / Bike
5.0%
combined
How Elizabeth's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
12
2023
6-Year Avg
8
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
4
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
7
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 10 | 12 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| 2022 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 2021 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2020 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Elizabeth, NJ is 26 minutes, which is 9.0% above the national average of 23 minutes. 59.1% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 5.7% work from home, which is below the NJ state average of 12.2%. Public transit is used by 11.5% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 15.2% of workers carpool. 4.7% walk to work. In 2023, there were 12 traffic fatalities from 10 fatal crashes. 4 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
85.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
60.7%
of households
No Internet
11.3%
of households
Total Households
45,932
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
90.8%
of households
Smartphone
87.3%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
71.4%
of households
Tablet
56.4%
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
+13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
14.6¢
per kWh
+8% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
11.9¢
per kWh
+21% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$128
residential
-10% vs 100,000 - 250,000 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).
Elizabeth vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
85.9% of households in Elizabeth have broadband internet access. 60.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 13.4% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 11.3% of households have no internet access. 13.2% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Elizabeth is located in Union County, NJ. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Elizabeth.
Election Overview
Source: Union County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
147,327
61.2%
GOP Votes
89,063
37.0%
Total Votes
240,632
Margin
D+24.2%
Shift from 2020
R+11.3pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 147,327 | 89,063 | 240,632 | 61.2% | 37.0% | D+24.2 |
| 2020 | 170,245 | 80,002 | 254,041 | 67.0% | 31.5% | D+35.5 |
| 2016 | 145,412 | 67,582 | 219,385 | 66.3% | 30.8% | D+35.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Union County recorded 240,632 total votes. Democrats won the county with 61.2% of the vote compared to 37.0% for Republicans, a margin of D+24.2%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+11.3pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Union County has shifted 11.3 percentage points toward Republicans.
Public Records Request
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
315
Total Assets
$230.1M
Total Income
$175.4M
Per 10K Residents
23.2
nonprofits
-54.9% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
21
Median Assets
$179K
Oldest Active
1936
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $194.3M of $230.1M 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 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Elizabeth
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFElizabeth, NJ has 315 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $230.1M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 97 organizations. 21 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 23.2 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1936.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
653
Total Approved
$184.4M
Jobs Supported
4,554
Per 10K Residents
48.1
SBA loans
-36.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
95
Top Lender
TD Bank, National Association
98 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
622
Total Amount
$149.5M
Avg Loan
$240,327
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$108.1M(72%)
Jobs Supported
4,151
Loans
31
Total Amount
$34.9M
Avg Loan
$1,126,355
Median Loan
$902,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
116
18% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$51.9M
28% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$447,571
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Country Inn & Suites | 1 | $4.6M |
| Npc Pharma Llc | 2 | $4.2M |
| Barcode Ej Llc | 1 | $4.2M |
| Garden State Auto Boutique Llc | 1 | $3.7M |
| Buy Supply, Corp. | 1 | $2.9M |
| Amtec International of Ny Corp. | 1 | $2.3M |
| Prima Rx Llc | 1 | $2.1M |
| Superwash Laundromat & Dry Cleaning | 1 | $2.1M |
| First Allegiance | 1 | $2.0M |
| Beechwood Mountain Llc | 1 | $2.0M |
Elizabeth, NJ has received 653 SBA loans totaling $184.4M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 622 loans (95% of the total), supporting 4,151 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 31 loans totaling $34.9M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Elizabeth is TD Bank, National Association with 98 loans. That works out to 48.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
80
Total Population
2,466,055
Avg Median Income
-$8,223,691
Avg Home Value
-$16,080,838
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07001 | 17,143 | $95,935 | $351,200 | $1,839 | 3.7 |
| 07002 | 70,468 | $81,285 | $446,100 | $1,593 | 5.8 |
| 07003 | 52,921 | $98,805 | $447,600 | $1,775 | 5.3 |
| 07008 | 25,220 | $87,712 | $370,100 | $2,012 | 4.4 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 07040 | 25,406 | $167,428 | $684,600 | $2,184 | 3.9 |
| 07041 | 7,610 | $220,923 | $935,900 | $1,969 | 1.3 |
| 07050 | 33,856 | $53,109 | $336,200 | $1,427 | 2.2 |
| 07052 | 48,323 | $131,456 | $527,200 | $1,791 | 12.0 |
| 07064 | 3,742 | $143,194 | $415,500 | N/A | 1.3 |
| 07065 | 29,748 | $90,852 | $362,300 | $1,764 | 3.9 |
| 07066 | 15,410 | $122,610 | $570,400 | $1,793 | 4.4 |
| 07067 | 18,294 | $134,301 | $473,200 | $1,964 | 4.0 |
| 07071 | 22,343 | $109,021 | $496,000 | $1,719 | 4.6 |
| 07076 | 24,667 | $173,564 | $696,900 | $1,816 | 9.0 |
| 07077 | 3,196 | $106,926 | $414,900 | $1,382 | 1.5 |
| 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 |
| 07088 | 3,083 | $92,041 | $343,700 | $2,046 | 0.3 |
| 07090 | 30,760 | $212,700 | $930,500 | $2,211 | 6.7 |
| 07092 | 6,967 | $210,100 | $755,600 | $3,501 | 4.0 |
| 07095 | 20,086 | $99,718 | $361,200 | $2,077 | 4.6 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 07901 | 24,502 | $177,986 | $958,700 | $2,209 | 6.3 |
| 08830 | 19,151 | $112,615 | $394,200 | $2,051 | 3.2 |
| 10004 | 3,875 | $220,592 | $1,866,400 | $3,501 | 0.5 |
| 10006 | 4,475 | $209,972 | $1,125,700 | $3,501 | 0.1 |
| 10280 | 8,668 | $206,250 | $893,800 | $3,501 | 0.1 |
| 10282 | 5,960 | $250,001 | $2,000,001 | $3,501 | 0.1 |
| 10301 | 39,799 | $84,937 | $657,000 | $1,697 | 3.8 |
| 10302 | 19,693 | $76,089 | $586,300 | $1,800 | 1.2 |
| 10303 | 25,993 | $79,429 | $457,600 | $1,520 | 3.2 |
| 10304 | 45,843 | $71,506 | $659,900 | $1,516 | 3.5 |
| 10305 | 41,714 | $86,294 | $627,200 | $1,656 | 4.0 |
| 10306 | 57,249 | $97,746 | $675,400 | $1,743 | 7.2 |
| 10308 | 29,996 | $122,654 | $648,800 | $1,729 | 2.2 |
| 10309 | 34,918 | $123,638 | $745,500 | $1,907 | 7.3 |
| 10310 | 25,824 | $106,118 | $623,300 | $1,638 | 1.8 |
| 10311 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 10312 | 63,345 | $111,434 | $698,900 | $1,911 | 6.9 |
| 10314 | 93,539 | $104,655 | $665,500 | $1,726 | 13.0 |
| 11209 | 70,756 | $92,656 | $905,700 | $1,857 | 2.1 |
| 11220 | 90,792 | $64,201 | $1,021,200 | $1,688 | 1.7 |
| 11231 | 39,704 | $138,485 | $1,678,900 | $2,474 | 1.4 |
| 11232 | 26,681 | $87,517 | $782,500 | $1,972 | 1.2 |
Elizabeth, NJ has 80 ZIP codes with a combined population of 2,466,055. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$8,223,691. The average median home value is -$16,080,838. The average median monthly rent is -$16,664,812.
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