City vs city
Elizabeth, NJ vs Newark, NJ
| Elizabeth | Newark | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 135,887 | 307,188 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.2% | -0.1% |
| Median home value | $393,500 | $337,800 |
| Median rent | $1,463 | $1,330 |
| Household income | $63,874 | $48,416 |
| Unemployment | 6.9% | 10.9% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 10% | 12% |
| State crime /100k | 1,467 | 1,467 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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