East Orange Population 2026
East Orange has a population of 64,949, making it the #610 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 136× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
64,949
Rank in United States
#610
Coordinates
40.77°N, 74.20°W
~48 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
319 km
198 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
Cities near East Orange
- Newark281,944 people · ~4 km away
- West Orange48,131 people · ~5 km away
- Irvington61,323 people · ~5 km away
- Bloomfield49,120 people · ~5 km away
- Union56,771 people · ~9 km away
- Clifton86,334 people · ~11 km away
FAQ
What is the population of East Orange?
East Orange has a population of 64,949 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #610 biggest city in United States.
What state is East Orange in?
East Orange is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is East Orange the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 319 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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