Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
| Below Poverty | 20.9% ▲ 109% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.7% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.4% ▲ 134% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 699 (3.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,939 (37.2%) |
| Some College | 2,214 (11.9%) |
| Associates | 3,084 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,137 (6.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,600 (24.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $53,109 ▼ 30% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $336,200 ▲ 21% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,427/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 13,412 |
| Vacant Units | 864 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Orange is a city in New Jersey, located in Essex County. The city spans 2 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 33,856 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 35.1 years.
Economically, Orange is a working-class community. The median household income of $53,109 is below the national average. Approximately 20.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 11.4%, more than double the national average.
The real estate market in Orange is a mid-range housing market. Median home values stand at $336,200, which is above the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,427 per month. At 23.7% owner-occupied, renters make up the majority — common in urban or college-town settings.
The population of Orange is moderately educated. 30.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — below the national average. The community is majority Black (57.62%).
Orange, NJ offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within New Jersey. Spread across 2 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07050 | 33,856 | $53,109 | $336,200 | $1,427 | 11.4% | 30.7% | 23.7% |