Where is East Orange Located? - East Orange is a city located in the Essex County of New Jersey, United States. East Orange lies between 41.8444735 Degrees North latitudes and 90.1887379 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is East Orange Located?
East Orange is a city located in the Essex County of New Jersey, United States. East Orange lies between 41.8444735 Degrees North latitudes and 90.1887379 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of East Orange city is 69612 people and the city has a total area of 3.93 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
East Orange, New Jersey Climate and Weather Overview
Month
Avg High (°F)
Avg Low (°F)
Avg Rainfall (in)
January
39
24
3.7
April
62
42
4.3
July
85
69
4.6
October
66
48
4.4
Annual
63
46
49.8
Climate Attribute
Details
Climate Classification (Köppen)
Humid Subtropical (Cfa)
Annual Rainfall
Approximately 50 inches
Annual Sunshine Days
About 206 days
Hurricane/Tornado Risk
Low hurricane risk; low tornado risk
Snowfall
Approximately 26 inches annually
Driving Distances from East Orange, New Jersey
City
State
Distance (mi)
Approx. Drive Time
Newark
New Jersey
3
10 min
Orange
New Jersey
2
6 min
West Orange
New Jersey
4
10 min
Bloomfield
New Jersey
5
12 min
Montclair
New Jersey
6
15 min
Jersey City
New Jersey
13
25 min
Elizabeth
New Jersey
14
25 min
Paterson
New Jersey
17
30 min
New York City
New York
18
35 min
Trenton
New Jersey
62
1 hr 10 min
Transportation and Connectivity in East Orange, New Jersey
Transportation
Details
Airport Name
Newark Liberty International Airport
IATA Code
EWR
Port
Nearby Port Newark–Elizabeth Marine Terminal
Major Highways
Interstate 280, Garden State Parkway, New Jersey Route 21, U.S. Route 1/9 (nearby)
Train/Amtrak Service
NJ Transit Morris & Essex Lines (East Orange and Brick Church stations); nearest Amtrak at Newark Penn Station
Local Bus/Transit Service
NJ Transit bus services
Interstate 280 — Major east-west freeway connecting East Orange with Newark and Interstate 80.
Garden State Parkway — Regional highway providing north-south access across New Jersey.
New Jersey Route 21 — Connects East Orange with Newark, Belleville, and Passaic County.
Main Street (County Route 508) — Principal local corridor linking East Orange with neighboring Essex County communities.
Places to Visit in East Orange, New Jersey
Landmark Name
Type
Elmwood Park
City Park
East Orange Golf Course
Golf Course
Thomas Edison National Historical Park
Historic Site
Branch Brook Park
County Park
Newark Museum of Art
Museum
Turtle Back Zoo
Zoo
South Mountain Reservation
Nature Preserve
Essex County Riverfront Park
Riverside Park
Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart
Historic Landmark
Prudential Center
Sports & Entertainment Arena
Colleges and Universities in East Orange, New Jersey
Institution Name
Type
Level
Notable For
Seton Hall University
Private
University
Law and business programs
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Public
University
Engineering and technology
Rutgers University–Newark
Public
University
Research and public affairs
Essex County College
Public
Community College
Career and transfer education
Bloomfield College of Montclair State University
Private
University
Liberal arts education
Montclair State University
Public
University
Teacher education and research
Pillar College
Private
University
Christian higher education
East Orange School District
Public
K–12 District
Public education
Waterbodies in East Orange, New Jersey
Second River, Passaic River, Third River, Elizabeth River, Orange Reservoir, Diamond Mill Pond, Newark Bay, Hudson River
Golf Courses in East Orange, New Jersey
East Orange Golf Course, Hendricks Field Golf Course, Weequahic Golf Course, Galloping Hill Golf Course, Francis A. Byrne Golf Course, Essex County Country Club, Rock Spring Golf Club, Suburban Golf Club
East Orange, New Jersey — Key Historical Facts
East Orange began as part of the original Newark settlement before becoming part of Orange Township in the 18th century.
The city was officially incorporated in 1899 after separating from Orange Township during a period of rapid suburban growth.
During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, East Orange became a desirable residential community with many Victorian and Colonial Revival homes.
The arrival of railroad service strengthened the city's connections to Newark and New York City, encouraging residential and commercial development.
East Orange has long been recognized for its diverse population, historic neighborhoods, and contributions to arts, education, and public service.
Today, the city remains an important residential and transportation hub within the New York metropolitan area.