Assembly District 16, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
227,061 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
66.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$156,106 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$572,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,493 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,821 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

New Jersey
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

New Jersey
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 29
Feb 3 8 32
Mar 4 3 39
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 4 0 44
Dec 4 4 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, NJ State Senate District 16, NJ
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Schools

Woodfern Elementary School
1 miles, W • 4.6 star
Whiton Elementary School
3 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Raritan Valley Community College
8 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Princeton University
11 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Hospitals

Hunterdon Medical Center
7 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Trenton Mercer Airport
16 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
39 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Laguardia Airport
49 miles, E • 4.6 star
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