Elizabeth, NJ

Census Place

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    2024 Population
    137,302
    US Senator
    Cory Booker
    Democratic Party
    US Senator
    Andy Kim
    Democratic Party
    2024 Poverty Rate
    15.7%
    2.92% 1-year increase
    2024 Median Household Income
    $66,555
    4.2% 1-year growth
    2024 Median Property Value
    $449,300
    14.2% 1-year growth
    2024 Employed Population
    66,091
    0.483% 1-year growth

    About

    None of the households in Elizabeth, NJ reported speaking a non-English language at home as their primary shared language. This does not consider the potential multi-lingual nature of households, but only the primary self-reported language spoken by all members of the household.

    69% of the residents in Elizabeth, NJ are U.S. citizens.

    The largest universities in Elizabeth, NJ are Yeshivas Be'er Yitzchok (18 degrees awarded in 2024).

    In 2024, the median property value in Elizabeth, NJ was $449,300, and the homeownership rate was 25.6%.

    Most people in Elizabeth, NJ drove alone to work, and the average commute time was 26.7 minutes. The average car ownership in Elizabeth, NJ was 1 car per household.

    United StatesNew JerseyUnion County, NJNew York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ-PAHudson County (South & West)--Bayonne, Kearney & Harrison PUMA, NJEssex County (Southeast)--Newark (North & East) PUMA, NJEssex County (Southeast)--Newark (West & Southwest) PUMA, NJUnion County (North Central)--Union Twp & Roselle Park PUMA, NJUnion County (Southeast)--Linden, Rahway & Roselle PUMA, NJUnion County (Northeast)--Elizabeth PUMA, NJNYC-Staten Island Community District 1--North Shore PUMA, NYNYC-Staten Island Community District 2--Mid-Island PUMA, NY

    Population & Diversity

    Elizabeth, NJ is home to a population of 137k people, from which 69% are citizens. As of 2024, 51.4% of Elizabeth, NJ residents were born outside of the country (70.6k people).

    In 2024, there were 2.34 times more Other (Hispanic) residents (52.6k people) in Elizabeth, NJ than any other race or ethnicity. There were 22.5k Two Races Including Other (Hispanic) and 20k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

    Population & Diversity

    Citizenship

    69%
    2024 Citizenship
    69.7%
    2023 Citizenship

    As of 2024, 69% of Elizabeth, NJ residents were US citizens, which is lower than the national average of 93.2%. In 2023, the percentage of US citizens in Elizabeth, NJ was 69.7%, meaning that the rate of citizenship has been decreasing.

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    Diversity

    Race and Ethnicity

    The 3 largest ethnic groups in Elizabeth, NJ
    1. Other (Hispanic)
      52.6k ± 2.63k
    2. Two Races Including Other (Hispanic)
      22.5k ± 2.17k
    3. Black or African American (Non-Hispanic)
      20k ± 1.84k
    67.4%
    Hispanic Population
    92.5k people

    In 2024, there were 2.34 times more Other (Hispanic) residents (52.6k people) in Elizabeth, NJ than any other race or ethnicity. There were 22.5k Two Races Including Other (Hispanic) and 20k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

    67.4% of the people in Elizabeth, NJ are hispanic (92.5k people).

    The following chart shows the 8 races represented in Elizabeth, NJ as a share of the total population.

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    Global Diversity

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    Most Common Origin
    1. India
      279,408 ± 12,782 people
    2. Dominican Republic
      210,288 ± 11,131 people
    3. Mexico
      108,737 ± 8,049 people

    In 2024, the most common birthplace for the foreign-born residents of New Jersey was India, the natal country of 279,408 New Jersey residents, followed by Dominican Republic with 210,288 and Mexico with 108,737.

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    Foreign-Born Population

    51.4%
    2024 Foreign-Born Population
    70.6k people
    50.5%
    2023 Foreign-Born Population
    68.6k people

    As of 2024, 51.4% of Elizabeth, NJ residents (70.6k people) were born outside of the United States, which is approximately the same as the national average of 14%. In 2023, the percentage of foreign-born citizens in Elizabeth, NJ was 50.5%, meaning that the rate has been increasing.

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    Military

    Veterans

    Most Common Service Period
    1. Vietnam
      420 ± 204
    2. Gulf War (2001-)
      379 ± 181
    3. Gulf War (1990s)
      140 ± 111

    Elizabeth, NJ has a large population of military personnel who served in Vietnam, 1.11 times greater than any other conflict.

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    Health

    75.8% of the population of Elizabeth, NJ has health coverage, with 31% on employee plans, 31.3% on Medicaid, 6.97% on Medicare, 6.1% on non-group plans, and 0.442% on military or VA plans.

    Primary care physicians in New Jersey see 1,279 patients per year on average, which represents a 0% change from the previous year (1,279 patients). Compare this to dentists who see 1157 patients per year, and mental health providers who see 320 patients per year.

    By gender, of the total number of insured persons, 49.9% were men and 50.1% were women.

    Coverage

    Health Care Diversity

    In 2024, insured persons according to age ranges were distributed in 27.2% under 18 years, 21.7% between 18 and 34 years, 39.4% between 35 and 64 years, and 11.7% over 64 years.

    By gender, of the total number of insured persons, 49.9% were men and 50.1% were women.

    The following chart shows the number of people with health coverage by gender.

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    Uninsured People

    24.2%
    Uninsured
    31%
    Employer Coverage
    31.3%
    Medicaid
    6.97%
    Medicare
    6.1%
    Non-Group
    0.442%
    Military or VA

    Between 2023 and 2024, the percent of uninsured citizens in Elizabeth, NJ grew by 5.48% from 22.9% to 24.2%.

    The following chart shows how the percent of uninsured individuals in Elizabeth, NJ changed over time compared with the percent of individuals enrolled in various types of health insurance.

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    Economy

    The economy of Elizabeth, NJ employs 66.1k people. In 2024, the largest industries in Elizabeth, NJ were Transportation & Warehousing (10,222 people), Health Care & Social Assistance (7,335 people), and Retail Trade (7,078 people), and the highest paying industries were Utilities ($94,118), Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting ($85,958), and Finance & Insurance ($85,875).

    Employment

    Occupations

    66.1k
    2024 Value
    ± 2,519
    0.483%
    1 Year growth
    ± 5.24%

    From 2023 to 2024, employment in Elizabeth, NJ grew at a rate of 0.483%, from 65.8k employees to 66.1k employees.

    The most common job groups, by number of people living in Elizabeth, NJ, are Office & Administrative Support Occupations (7,224 people), Transportation Occupations (7,169 people), and Material Moving Occupations (6,349 people). This chart illustrates the share breakdown of the primary jobs held by residents of Elizabeth, NJ.

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    Unemployment Insurance Claims

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    Industries

    Employment by Industries

    66.1k
    2024 Value
    ± 2,519
    0.483%
    1 Year growth
    ± 5.24%

    From 2023 to 2024, employment in Elizabeth, NJ grew at a rate of 0.483%, from 65.8k employees to 66.1k employees.

    The most common employment sectors for those who live in Elizabeth, NJ, are Transportation & Warehousing (10,222 people), Health Care & Social Assistance (7,335 people), and Retail Trade (7,078 people). This chart shows the share breakdown of the primary industries for residents of Elizabeth, NJ, though some of these residents may live in Elizabeth, NJ and work somewhere else. Census data is tagged to a residential address, not a work address.

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    Median Earnings by Industry

    $45,446
    Median earning men ± $1,443
    $34,739
    Median earning women ± $1,211

    The industries with the best median earnings for men in 2024 are Public Administration ($72,563), Finance & Insurance, & Real Estate & Rental & Leasing ($71,270), and Information ($70,448).

    The industries with the best median earnings for women in 2024 are Information ($67,955), Finance & Insurance, & Real Estate & Rental & Leasing ($53,963), and Public Administration ($52,119).

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    Employment by Industry Sector

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    Y-Axis
    2.27%
    Year-over-year growth
    Employment change between February 2022 and February 2023

    As of February 2023, there are 4.24M people employed in New Jersey. This represents a 2.27% increase in employment when compared to February 2022.

    Right after the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, during April 2020, a general dip can be seen across industry sectors, resulting in an overall decline in employment by 16.5%.

    The following chart shows monthly employment numbers for each industry sector in New Jersey.

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    Civics

    In the 2024 presidential election, the popular vote in New Jersey went to Kamala Harris with 52% of the vote. The runner-up was Donald J. Trump (46.1%), followed by Jill Stein (0.914%).

    Cory Booker and Andy Kim are the senators currently representing the state of New Jersey. In the United States, senators are elected to 6-year terms with the terms for individual senators staggered.

    New Jersey is currently represented by 11 members in the U.S. house, and members of the House of Representives are elected to 2-year terms.

    Presidential Elections

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    2024 Election Results
    1. Kamala Harris (52%)
      Democratic Party
    2. Donald J. Trump (46.1%)
      Republican Party
    3. Jill Stein (0.914%)
      Green Party

    In the 2024 presidential election, the popular vote in New Jersey went to Kamala Harris with 52% of the vote. The runner-up was Donald J. Trump (46.1%), followed by Jill Stein (0.914%).

    The following chart shows the popular vote results in New Jersey for each registered party from 1976 to 2024.

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    Senator Elections

    US Senators from New Jersey

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    Cory Booker
    Senator from New Jersey2
    Assumed office on October 31, 2013
    Elected to the seat to succeed Jeffrey Chiesa, who had been appointed to the seat following the death of Frank Lautenberg.{{Cite news |url=https://www.politico.com/story/2013/10/cory-booker-new-jersey-senate-election-098436 |title=Booker Wins New Jersey Senate Seat |work=Politico |access-date=May 21, 2020 }}
    Andy Kim
    Senator from New Jersey1
    Assumed office on December 8, 2024
    Elected to the seat to succeed George Helmy, who had been appointed to the seat following the resignation of Bob Menendez.

    Cory Booker and Andy Kim are the senators currently representing New Jersey.

    In the United States, senators are elected to 6-year terms with the terms for individual senators staggered.

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    Education

    In 2024, universities in Elizabeth, NJ awarded 18 degrees. The student population of Elizabeth, NJ in 2024 is skewed towards men, with 90 male students and 0 female students.

    Most students graduating from Universities in Elizabeth, NJ are White (18 and 100%).

    The largest universities in Elizabeth, NJ by number of degrees awarded are Yeshivas Be'er Yitzchok (18 and 100%).

    The most popular majors in Elizabeth, NJ are Talmudic Studies (18 and 100%).

    The median tuition cost for private four year colleges is $11,200.

    Admissions & Enrollments

    Applicants, Admissions & Enrolled

    University
    Measure

    In 2024 in Elizabeth, NJ, the percentage of applicants admitted was 86.2%, while the percentage of admitted who enrolled was 96%. The number of students enrolled in 2024 was 90 (100% men and 0% women).

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    Enrollments by Gender and Races

    Universities

    In 2024 there were 90 students enrolled in Elizabeth, NJ, 100% men and 0% women.

    By race, the largest number of students enrolled was concentrated in White with 87 records, of which 0% were women and 100% men.

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    Completions

    Concentrations

    Talmudic Studies
    Most Common
    18 degrees awarded

    In 2024, the most common concentation for Bachelors Degree recipients in Elizabeth, NJ was Talmudic Studies with 18 degrees awarded.

    This visualization illustrates the percentage of students graduating with a Bachelors Degree from schools in Elizabeth, NJ according to their major.

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    Universities

    Gender
    Race
    Yeshivas Be'er Yitzchok
    Largest Universities by degrees awarded
    18 degrees awarded

    In 2024, the institution with the largest number of graduating students was Yeshivas Be'er Yitzchok with 18 degrees awarded.

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    Student Diversity

    University

    In 2024, 18 men were awarded degrees from institutions in Elizabeth, NJ, which is NaNy times more than the 0 female students who received degrees in the same year.

    In 2024, the most common race/ethnicity group awarded degrees at institutions was White students. These 18 degrees mean that there were NaNy times more degrees awarded to White students then the next closest race/ethnicity group, American Indian or Alaska Native, with 0 degrees awarded.

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    Awarded Degrees over Time

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    Tuition

    Average Net Price by Sector

    Universities

    Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above ($11,200) is the sector with the highest median state tuition in 2024.

    Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above ($250) is the sector with the highest median state fee in 2024.

    Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above ($300) is the sector with the highest average net price of books and supplies.

    The graph shows the average net price by sector and year.

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    Housing & Living

    The median property value in Elizabeth, NJ was $449,300 in 2024, which is 1.35 times larger than the national average of $332,700. Between 2023 and 2024 the median property value increased from $393,500 to $449,300, a 14.2% increase. The homeownership rate in Elizabeth, NJ is 25.6%, which is lower than the national average of 65.2%.

    People in Elizabeth, NJ have an average commute time of 26.7 minutes, and they drove alone to work. Car ownership in Elizabeth, NJ is lower than the national average, with an average of 1 car per household.

    Housing

    Property

    $449,300
    Median Property Value 2024
    ±$13,910
    $11,794
    Median Property Taxes
    ±$852

    The following chart display owner-occupied housing units distributed between a series of property tax buckets compared to the national averages for each bucket. In Elizabeth, NJ the largest share of households pay taxes in the $3k+ range.

    The chart underneath the paragraph shows the property taxes in Elizabeth, NJ compared to it's parent and neighbor geographies.

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    Rent vs Own

    25.6%
    Homeownership
    2024
    65.7%
    Homeowners with Mortgage
    2024

    In 2024, 25.6% of the housing units in Elizabeth, NJ were occupied by their owner. This percentage grew from the previous year's rate of 25.4%.

    This chart shows the percentage of owner in Elizabeth, NJ compared it's parent and neighboring geographies.

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    Equity

    Household Income

    Please note that the buckets used in this visualization were not evenly distributed by ACS when publishing the data.
    $66,555
    Median Household Income
    ± $3,270
    46.1k
    Number of Households
    ± 2,021

    In 2024, the median household income of the 46.1k households in Elizabeth, NJ grew to $66,555 from the previous year's value of $63,874.

    The following chart displays the households in Elizabeth, NJ distributed between a series of income buckets compared to the national averages for each bucket. The largest share of households have an income in the $75k - $100k range.

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    Wage Distribution

    The closest comparable wage GINI for Elizabeth, NJ is from New Jersey.
    0.482
    2024 Wage GINI in New Jersey
    0.486
    2023 Wage GINI in New Jersey

    In 2024, the income inequality in New Jersey was 0.482 according to the GINI calculation of the wage distribution. Income inequality had a 0.733% decline from 2023 to 2024, which means that wage distribution grew somewhat more even. The GINI for New Jersey was higher than than the national average of 0.474. In other words, wages are distributed less evenly in New Jersey in comparison to the national average.

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    Transportation

    Commuter Transportation

    Most Common Commute in 2024
    1. Drove Alone (57.9%)
    2. Carpooled (17.1%)
    3. Public Transit (11%)

    In 2024, 57.9% of workers in Elizabeth, NJ drove alone to work, followed by those who carpooled to work (17.1%) and those who used public transit to get to work (11%).

    The following chart shows the number of households using each mode of transportation over time, using a logarithmic scale on the y-axis to help better show variations in the smaller means of commuting.

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    Commute Time

    26.7 minutes
    Average Travel Time

    Using averages, employees in Elizabeth, NJ have a longer commute time (26.7 minutes) than the normal US worker (26.4 minutes). Additionally, 2.76% of the workforce in Elizabeth, NJ have "super commutes" in excess of 90 minutes.

    The chart below shows how the median household income in Elizabeth, NJ compares to that of it's neighboring and parent geographies.

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    Car Ownership

    1 car
    Average Number

    The following chart displays the households in Elizabeth, NJ distributed between a series of car ownership buckets compared to the national averages for each bucket. The largest share of households in Elizabeth, NJ have 1 car.

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    Poverty

    Poverty & Diversity

    15.7% of the population for whom poverty status is determined in Elizabeth, NJ (21.4k out of 136k people) live below the poverty line, a number that is higher than the national average of 12.5%. The largest demographic living in poverty are Females 25 - 34, followed by Females 35 - 44 and then Males < 5.

    The most common racial or ethnic group living below the poverty line in Elizabeth, NJ is Hispanic, followed by Other and White.

    The Census Bureau uses a set of money income thresholds that vary by family size and composition to determine who classifies as impoverished. If a family's total income is less than the family's threshold than that family and every individual in it is considered to be living in poverty.

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