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Essex County, NJ Demographics & ZIP Codes
Essex County, New Jersey demographics and median household income by ZIP code — 31 ZIP codes — population 855,186 — avg. income $120,231 — avg. home value $564,465. Compare income, housing, and ZIP-level data on US5.
Population
855,186
Median household income (avg.)
$120,231
160% of U.S. median
Average home value
$564,465
162% of U.S. median
Average rent
$1,728
149% of U.S. median
Essex County demographics
Essex County, New Jersey covers 31 ZIP codes, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 855,186.
Median household income in Essex County
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Essex County, New Jersey is about $120,231 — about even with the NJ ZIP average ($118,570), and about 60% above the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 07021 (Essex Fells) is near the top at about $250,001, while 07108 (Newark) is near the bottom at about $33,960.
Housing in Essex County
For housing in Essex County, New Jersey, the average median home value is about $564,465 and the average median rent is about $1,728.
The most populous ZIP is 07111 with about 60,334 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the county.
ZIP codes in Essex County
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07111 | — | Essex County | NJ | 60,334 | $59,232 | $291,500 |
| 07105 | Newark | Essex County | NJ | 56,657 | $55,752 | $445,900 |
| 07104 | Newark | Essex County | NJ | 54,277 | $51,199 | $337,400 |
| 07003 | Brookdale | Essex County | NJ | 52,921 | $98,805 | $447,600 |
| 07052 | Pleasantdale | Essex County | NJ | 48,323 | $131,456 | $527,200 |
| 07107 | Newark | Essex County | NJ | 42,132 | $49,892 | $353,300 |
| 07017 | East Orange | Essex County | NJ | 40,809 | $61,552 | $316,700 |
| 07109 | Silver Lake | Essex County | NJ | 37,785 | $90,164 | $405,500 |
| 07103 | Newark | Essex County | NJ | 36,733 | $42,397 | $259,300 |
| 07106 | Newark | Essex County | NJ | 35,999 | $48,105 | $321,400 |
| 07050 | — | Essex County | NJ | 33,856 | $53,109 | $336,200 |
| 07039 | — | Essex County | NJ | 31,128 | $218,416 | $746,100 |
| 07110 | Clifton | Essex County | NJ | 29,746 | $115,215 | $489,900 |
| 07108 | Newark | Essex County | NJ | 28,317 | $33,960 | $326,900 |
| 07018 | East Orange | Essex County | NJ | 28,261 | $59,039 | $314,100 |
| 07112 | Newark | Essex County | NJ | 27,633 | $55,171 | $306,100 |
| 07042 | — | Essex County | NJ | 27,173 | $127,083 | $733,100 |
| 07006 | North Caldwell | Essex County | NJ | 26,417 | $148,645 | $667,300 |
| 07040 | Vauxhall | Essex County | NJ | 25,406 | $167,428 | $684,600 |
| 07079 | — | Essex County | NJ | 18,369 | $184,769 | $808,100 |
| 07044 | — | Essex County | NJ | 14,441 | $159,044 | $595,000 |
| 07078 | Short Hills | Essex County | NJ | 14,183 | $250,001 | $1,627,300 |
| 07043 | Upper Montclair | Essex County | NJ | 13,502 | $250,001 | $948,300 |
| 07009 | Great Notch | Essex County | NJ | 13,317 | $153,654 | $600,800 |
| 07102 | Newark | Essex County | NJ | 12,954 | $37,093 | $293,900 |
| 07114 | Newark | Essex County | NJ | 12,658 | $34,167 | $384,700 |
| 07028 | Glen Ridge | Essex County | NJ | 8,002 | $246,500 | $725,600 |
| 07004 | — | Essex County | NJ | 7,712 | $113,750 | $651,800 |
| 07041 | Short Hills | Essex County | NJ | 7,610 | $220,923 | $935,900 |
| 07068 | Roseland | Essex County | NJ | 6,211 | $160,644 | $640,600 |
| 07021 | Essex Fells | Essex County | NJ | 2,320 | $250,001 | $976,300 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Essex County?
Essex County, New Jersey has a combined ZIP-area population of about 855,186 across 31 ZIP codes. Browse the ZIP table for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Essex County?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Essex County, New Jersey is about $120,231, roughly in line with the state ZIP average ($118,570), and about 60% above the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $564,465. Among ZIPs with data, 07021 (Essex Fells) is near the top ($250,001) and 07108 (Newark) is near the bottom ($33,960).
How many ZIP codes are in Essex County?
Essex County, New Jersey includes 31 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Essex County?
This page lists ZIP codes in Essex County, New Jersey with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.