Moving to or from Newark?
New Jersey's largest city, one of America's oldest (1666), and the beating transportation heart of the NYC metro — Newark Liberty Airport, Penn Station, the Port of Newark, and the Prudential Center all converge on 26 square miles.
- 310,000 City population
- 20,100,000 Metro area
- 1666 Founded
- Northern New Jersey (Essex County) Region
Why people move to Newark.
- Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) — one of the New York metro's three major airports
- Port of Newark — one of the busiest on the East Coast
- Prudential Center — home of the New Jersey Devils (NHL)
- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)
- One of the most ethnically diverse cities in the Northeast
- Headquarters of Prudential Financial, Audible, and Panasonic North America
Newark is the third-oldest major city in the United States — founded in 1666 by Puritans from Connecticut, just 36 years after Boston and 58 years after the founding of Jamestown. The city predates the United States by 110 years and was once considered as a site for the national capital.
Where people live in Newark.
A quick guide to Newark's most moved-to neighborhoods.
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Downtown / Newark Center
Corporate core with Prudential Center and transit access.
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Ironbound (East Ward)
Historic Portuguese and Brazilian neighborhood with restaurants.
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North Ward / Branch Brook
Italian-American historic district near Branch Brook Park.
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University Heights
Rutgers Newark and NJIT campus area.
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Forest Hill
Historic residential neighborhood with Victorian homes.
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Vailsburg
West Newark residential area.
Where people spend their time in Newark.
- Prudential Center Downtown
- NJPAC (New Jersey Performing Arts Center) Downtown
- Branch Brook Park (cherry blossoms) North Newark
- Newark Museum of Art Downtown
- Ironbound restaurant district East Ward
- Newark Penn Station Downtown
Planning a Newark move.
- Newark Airport (EWR) traffic and noise affect multiple neighborhoods.
- Port of Newark truck traffic on I-95 and Route 1/9 is relentless.
- NYC-commuter demand spikes around September 1 and other lease cycles.
- NJ Division of Consumer Affairs Public Mover license required — verify any Newark mover's license.
Moving in Newark: FAQ.
How much does it cost to move within Newark?
Local moves run $900–$2,900 for 1–2 bedroom and $2,800–$6,500 for 3–4 bedroom. Newark is typically cheaper than Jersey City or Manhattan.
Is Newark safe?
Varies by neighborhood. Ironbound, Downtown, Forest Hill are generally safe. Some other neighborhoods remain challenged. Research specific addresses.
Do Newark movers need a state license?
Yes. NJ Division of Consumer Affairs Public Mover (PM) licensing is required.
Can you commute from Newark to NYC?
Yes — Newark Penn Station to Manhattan via PATH is 20 minutes, via NJ Transit is 25. Newark is one of the most transit-accessible NJ cities for NYC commuting.
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