Newark and Irvington, both cities in New Jersey, offer different living experiences. Newark, as the largest city in the state, boasts a more urban feel and more job opportunities while Irvington, though close to Newark, has a small-town vibe. Comparing both cities in terms of crime/safety, weather, cost of living, education, work and economy, infrastructure, industries and occupations, biggest employers, real-estate, neighborhoods, transportation, taxes, culture, sports teams, geographical conditions, and health care will provide valuable insight into the pros and cons of living in each city.
Newark's larger population may contribute to it having higher crime rates than Irvington overall, and it is important for potential residents to research specific neighborhoods for crime data. Irvington, while having lower rates, still has above-average crime when compared to national levels. Both cities have implemented initiatives to reduce crime.
City-data.com crime index counts serious crimes and violent crime more heavily. It adjusts for the number of visitors and daily workers commuting into cities. (higher means more crime, U.S. average = 301.1)
City-data.com crime index counts serious crimes and violent crime more heavily. It adjusts for the number of visitors and daily workers commuting into cities. (higher means more crime, U.S. average = 301.1)
Sex Offenders
According to our data, there are 560 registered sex offenders living in Newark and 113 registered sex offenders living in . The ratio of residents to sex offenders in Newark is 503 to 1; the ratio in Irvington is 521 to 1. The number of registered sex offenders compared to the number of residents in Newark is near to than in Irvington.
Cost of Living
Living in Irvington tends to be less expensive than Newark overall. This is reflected in housing, transportation, and other living expenses. However, salaries in Newark are generally higher due to a larger job market.
Income Tax
The same income tax rates apply in both Newark and Irvington, as determined by the New Jersey state tax code.
Property Tax
Property tax rates differ between the two cities, with Newark generally having lower rates compared to Irvington. However, it is important to consider the value of the property in each city when comparing these rates.
Sales Tax
Both Newark and Irvington follow New Jersey's state sales tax of 6.625%.
Income
Type
Newark
Irvington
Estimated median household income
$43,242
$53,871
Estimated per capita income
$23,767
$29,042
Cost of living index (U.S. average is 100)
118.1
125.5
If you make $50,000 in Newark, you will have to make $53,133 in Irvington to maintain the same standard of living.
Geographical Conditions
Both cities are located in Northern New Jersey and experience similar geography - flat land with a mix of built environment and green space.
While both cities are served by public school systems, Newark has several more options for education, including charter and science/technology schools. Irvington's schools, while smaller, often have lower student-to-teacher ratios.
Newark's economy is larger and more diverse, with job opportunities in finance, healthcare, education, and public service. Irvington's small-town economy may offer fewer opportunities, making commuting to nearby larger cities, like Newark, a common choice.
Biggest Employers
In Newark, large employers include Prudential Financial, Rutgers University, and Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. In Irvington, the school district and municipal government are among the largest employers.
Being in the same state, both Newark and Irvington experience similar weather conditions. Expect hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters, with moderate spring and fall seasons. Newark's coastal location can sometimes mean slightly milder winters compared to Irvington.
Weather and climate
Type
Newark
Irvington
Temperature - Average
54°F
53°F
Humidity - Average morning or afternoon humidity
67.3%
67.3%
Humidity - Differences between morning and afternoon humidity
30%
30%
Humidity - Maximum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
77%
77%
Humidity - Minimum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
47%
47%
Precipitation - Yearly average
47 in
48.7 in
Snowfall - Yearly average
60.3 in
60.3 in
Clouds - Number of days clear of clouds
15.7%
15.7%
Sunshine amount - Average
60.2%
60.2%
Sunshine amount - Differences during a year
20%
20%
Sunshine amount - Maximum monthly
64%
64%
Sunshine amount - Minimum monthly
44%
44%
Wind speed - Average
10.6 mph
10.6 mph
Average climate in Newark, New Jersey
Average climate in Irvington, New Jersey
Air pollution
Type
AQI
CO
NO2
OZONE
PB
PM10
PM25
SO2
Year
Newark
Irvington
Newark
Irvington
Newark
Irvington
Newark
Irvington
Newark
Irvington
Newark
Irvington
Newark
Irvington
Newark
Irvington
2018
95
95
0.30
0.32
14.4
15.1
23.4
23.6
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
8.7
8.6
0.2
0.3
2017
99
99
0.30
0.31
15.1
15.6
22.7
23.1
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
8.7
8.5
0.2
0.2
2016
95
95
0.31
0.34
15.5
16.2
23.6
23.9
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
8.8
8.6
0.3
0.3
2015
100
100
0.33
0.36
16.7
17.1
23.2
23.6
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
8.7
8.8
0.5
0.5
2014
95
97
0.33
0.35
18.8
18.9
23.5
23.6
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
8.2
8.4
0.8
0.8
2013
97
98
0.35
0.37
18.3
18.5
23.5
23.7
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
9.1
9.0
0.8
0.8
2012
99
99
0.33
0.37
18.5
18.6
23.5
23.7
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
9.2
9.2
1.1
1.2
2011
108
108
0.36
0.39
21.2
21.2
22.7
22.9
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
8.5
9.1
2.0
2.0
2010
114
114
0.33
0.37
19.4
19.4
26.3
26.1
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
8.2
8.8
1.9
1.8
2009
104
105
0.38
0.39
21.6
22.0
19.6
20.3
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
9.8
9.8
2.3
2.2
2008
111
113
0.46
0.43
22.4
22.5
21.8
22.4
0.013
0.013
N/A
N/A
12.4
12.1
3.4
3.2
2007
123
124
0.51
0.47
23.5
23.7
22.3
23.0
0.016
0.016
N/A
N/A
12.7
12.6
4.3
4.2
2006
116
123
0.64
0.61
24.6
25.0
21.5
22.2
0.018
0.018
N/A
N/A
12.9
13.0
5.3
5.0
2005
113
113
0.78
0.75
26.1
26.7
20.5
21.1
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
7.2
6.8
2004
108
108
0.79
0.76
25.4
25.9
19.5
20.1
0.030
0.030
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
6.8
6.5
2003
108
108
0.76
0.82
26.1
27.4
18.1
19.2
0.013
0.012
26.9
26.9
N/A
N/A
6.0
6.6
2002
124
126
0.65
0.78
28.5
29.4
18.3
20.2
0.008
0.008
26.1
26.1
N/A
N/A
3.8
5.7
2001
125
125
0.79
0.87
30.1
31.4
21.2
22.1
0.020
0.020
26.7
26.5
N/A
N/A
6.2
6.8
2000
116
116
1.02
1.03
31.2
32.3
20.0
20.5
0.022
0.022
22.2
22.2
N/A
N/A
6.7
6.6
Natural disasters
Type
Newark
Irvington
Tornado activity compared to U.S. average
64.1%
65.4%
Earthquake activity compared to U.S. average
31.6%
31.7%
Natural disasters compared to U.S. average
30%
30%
Transportation
Public transit in Newark is far-reaching with access to trains, buses, and an international airport. Irvington's public transit is less extensive but does provide buses to Newark and other nearby cities.
Transport
Type
Newark
Irvington
Amtrak stations
2
0
Amtrak stations nearby
3
3
FAA registered aircraft
20
0
Means of transportation to work
Type
Newark
Irvington
Bicycle
0.2%
0%
Bus
6.8%
19.5%
Carpooled
9.2%
14.7%
Car alone
69.3%
58.4%
Railroad
0.2%
1.3%
Streetcar
0.9%
0%
Subway
1.2%
1.1%
Taxicab
0.7%
0.5%
Walked
3.5%
2.6%
Average travel time to work
Type
Newark
Irvington
Average
33.2 min
34.9 min
Real Estate
Real estate in both cities varies. Newark offers a mix of residential, commercial, and rental properties. Irvington real estate is primarily residential with more affordable prices.
Neighborhoods
Newark's neighborhoods are diverse, offering a mix of urban, suburban, and historic districts. Irvington is smaller and primarily residential, but offers a close-knit community feel.
Houses and residents
Type
Newark
Irvington
Houses
122,145
24,122
Average household size (people)
2.8
2.7
Houses occupied
115,145 (94.3%)
22,025 (91.3%)
Houses occupied by owners
24,002 (20.8%)
6,532 (29.7%)
Houses occupied by renters
91,143 (79.2%)
15,493 (70.3%)
Median rent asked for vacant for-rent units
$408.22
$1,183
Median price asked for vacant for-sale houses and condos
$153,754
$209,556
Estimated median house or condo value
$323,200
$306,333
Median number of rooms in apartments
4.2
3.9
Median number of rooms in houses and condos
5.7
5.8
Housing density (houses/condos per square mile)
5,132.8
8,158.6
Household income disparities
47.8%
44.7%
Housing units without a mortgage
459 (2.7%)
542 (16.3%)
Housing units with both a second mortgage and home equity loan
647 (3.8%)
27 (0.8%)
Housing units with a mortgage
16,603 (97.3%)
2,780 (83.7%)
Housing units with a home equity loan
0 (0%)
205 (6.2%)
Housing units with a second mortgage
769 (4.5%)
316 (9.5%)
Housing units lacking complete kitchen facilities
2.3%
2.1%
Housing units lacking complete plumbing facilities
Self-employed workers in own not incorporated business
7,752
698
State government workers
5,591
1,503
Unpaid family workers
121
12
Industries and Occupations
Newark is a hub for several industries, including finance, healthcare, and education. Irvington, meanwhile, is home to fewer large industries but has opportunities in retail, healthcare, and education.
Health Care
Newark offers more healthcare services with several major hospitals. Irvington, though smaller, has access to necessary healthcare facilities and is in close distance to Newark's hospitals.
Police full-time law enforcement employees (per 1,000 residents)
Year
Newark
Irvington
2021
4.5
3.7
2020
5.0
3.7
2019
5.4
4.3
2018
5.3
4.1
2017
5.3
3.8
2016
4.9
3.6
2015
4.3
3.2
2014
4.7
3.5
2013
4.6
0.0
2012
4.7
3.2
2011
4.3
3.5
2010
6.0
3.6
2009
6.0
3.9
2008
6.1
3.9
2007
5.8
3.8
2006
5.3
3.7
2005
5.5
3.6
2004
5.4
3.6
2003
5.6
3.5
Infrastructure
Newark's infrastructure is more robust, with a larger airport, several highways, and railway lines. Irvington, being smaller, has a simpler infrastructure but still offers access to major highways.
HMDA - Conventional home purchase loans - Applications denied
Year
Newark
Irvington
1999
429
144
2000
515
192
2001
536
177
2002
547
168
2003
740
250
2004
1,167
354
2005
2,198
553
2006
3,193
867
2007
2,300
521
2008
508
129
2009
182
28
Culture and Food
Newark provides a rich cultural scene with a variety of cuisine, art, and music. Irvington, while smaller, has a vibrant community culture and offers a range of dining options.
Sports Teams
As home to the Prudential Center, Newark hosts the New Jersey Devils NHL team and several other sporting events. Irvington doesn't have major sports teams, but its proximity to Newark offers access to these events.
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