Cost of Living in East Orange, NJ
Population: 69,183 • 2026 Data
$59,872
Median Household Income
-23% vs national
$1,372
Median Monthly Rent
+2% vs national
$315,500
Median Home Value
-7% vs national
10.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in East Orange
The median home value in East Orange, NJ is $315,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,372, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,502.
Rent-to-income ratio: 27.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in East Orange, NJ is $59,872. The unemployment rate stands at 10.3%, with a labor force of 36,827 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.