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What Is the Median Home Value in Essex County, New Jersey?

$524,100/home 6%vs 2023 ($494,400)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median home value in Essex County, New Jersey is $524,100 (±$11,118), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median gross rent is $1,531/month, and the median household income is $80,789/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Median Home Value in Essex County, New Jersey and Neighbouring Counties

Bergen: $623,000Essex County: $524,100Hudson: $539,700Union: $529,200Morris: $582,500Passaic: $459,500$623,000$524,100$539,700$529,200$582,500$459,500

Housing Metrics for Essex County, New Jersey

MetricValue
Median Home Value$524,100
Median Gross Rent$1,531
Median Household Income$80,789
Total Housing Units319,788
Renter-Occupied Units176,209
Renter-Occupied Share55%

How does Essex County, New Jersey compare?

Median home value ranked against all counties in New Jersey.

Higher home value than 71% of counties in New Jersey · 7th of 21

Cheapest: Camden County($287,100)
Priciest: Bergen County($623,000)
#CountyValue
1Bergen County$623,000
2Monmouth County$606,100
3Morris County$582,500
… 3 more …
7Essex County(you are here)$524,100
… 11 more …
19Camden County$287,100
20Salem County$239,500
21Cumberland County$221,400

Frequently asked questions

What is the median home value in Essex County, New Jersey?

The median home value in Essex County, New Jersey is $524,100, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). This is the self-reported estimated value homeowners believe their property would sell for. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the average rent in Essex County, New Jersey?

The median gross rent in Essex County, New Jersey is $1,531/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What is the median household income in Essex County, New Jersey?

The median household income in Essex County, New Jersey is $80,789/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?

The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median home value of $524,100 has a margin of error of ±$11,118. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau. Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, public domain.