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Edison, New Jersey - 4K Dash Tour
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Relocation guide
Moving to Edison
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
107,027
Median age 39.5
Median household income
$124,388
Median rent
$1,885/mo
Median home value
$481,700
Schools
29
3 districts
Summer high / winter low
87° / 23°
Pros
- Household incomes run 58% above the US median ($124,388).
- Rent takes only about 18% of the median household income.
- Mild weather in May, September, October, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 31 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Homes cost 59% more than the US median ($481,700).
- Property taxes are high: about 2.08% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Cold winters: January lows average 23°F.
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
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Where in Edison?
Edison spans 3 zip codes. Median home values range from $411,100 to $597,700 by zip.
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Harold's Deli in Edison
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Is Edison a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Household incomes run 58% above the US median ($124,388). Rent takes only about 18% of the median household income. On the other hand: Homes cost 59% more than the US median ($481,700). Property taxes are high: about 2.08% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
How much do I need to earn to live in Edison?
The median household earns $124,388. Rent at the median ($1,885/month) is about 18% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $75,400 a year.
How many schools are in Edison?
29 public and private schools across 3 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Edison?
Highs average 87°F in July and lows 23°F in January. The most comfortable months are May, September, October.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.