Newark

Newark, New Jersey Overview

Newark faces challenges across several categories, earning a D grade (45.0/100) and ranking #15 of 20 cities in New Jersey. Even so, the city scores 69/100 in Education — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 7/100.

Income & Employment in Newark

Newark’s median income of $53,818 is 45% below the state median, but positive population growth of 2.6% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 6.9%.

Safety in Newark

Newark’s violent crime rate of 490.1 per 100,000 runs above the New Jersey average of 195. The property crime rate is 2233.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Newark

Newark has a cost of living index of 112.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $337,800. Median monthly rent is $1,330. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Newark

The adult obesity rate in Newark is 35.9%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 14.6%. Residents report an average of 20 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Jersey ranks #10 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Newark

Newark has a high school graduation rate of 81.1%. The student-teacher ratio is 16.4:1. Local districts invest $27,189 per student, well above the national median. The city has 75 public schools serving 60,493 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Newark

The annual average temperature in Newark is 53.6°F. Summers average 70.4°F. Winters average 38.4°F. Precipitation is abundant at 60.7 inches per year. 20.2% of commuters use public transit.

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