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Orange County
  • County in New York

Report Card

grade A minus
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Public Schools
    grade A
  2. Housing
    grade C minus
  3. Nightlife
    grade A
  4. Good for Families
    grade A
  5. Diversity
    grade A
  6. Jobs
    grade B minus
  7. Weather
    grade C+
  8. Cost of Living
    grade C
  9. Health & Fitness
    grade A minus
  10. Outdoor Activities
    grade A
  11. Commute
    grade B minus

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Orange County is located in New York with a population of 398,277. Orange County is one of the best places to live in New York. In Orange County, most residents own their homes. In Orange County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Orange County and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Orange County are highly rated.

About

Population
398,277

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$291,900
National
$244,900
Median Rent
$1,379
National
$1,163
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    31%
  • Own
    69%
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Orange County Rankings

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Crime & Safety

Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Assault
    157.7
    national  282.7
  • Murder
    2.9
    national  6.1
  • Rape
    17.3
    national  40.7
  • Robbery
    64.8
    national  135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Burglary
    189
    national  500.1
  • Theft
    1,546.8
    national  2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    47.2
    national  284

Residents

Diversity
grade A
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
  • <10 years
    14%
  • 10-17 years
    12%
  • 18-24 years
    10%
  • 25-34 years
    12%
  • 35-44 years
    12%
  • 45-54 years
    13%
  • 55-64 years
    13%
  • 65+ years
    14%
Education Levels
  • Master's degree or higher
    13%
    national  13%
  • Bachelor's degree
    18%
    national  21%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    30%
    national  29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    29%
    national  26%
  • Less than high school diploma
    10%
    national  11%

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