Caldwell, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
8,898 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
58.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$101,196 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$563,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,831 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Essex County
6
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
4
New Jersey
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Essex County
4
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New Jersey
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 8 30
Feb 3 8 32
Mar 4 4 40
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 4 0 54
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 4 5 35

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 63%
Other 2%

Schools

Trinity Academy
<1 miles, SE
Grover Cleveland Middle School
<1 miles, NW 3.7 star
Mount Saint Dominic Academy
<1 miles, S 5 star
Lincoln Elementary School
<1 miles, SE 4.1 star

Colleges

Caldwell University
<1 miles, S 2.3 star
Fortis Institute-Wayne
3 miles, NE 1.4 star
Montclair State University
4 miles, E 2.8 star

Hospitals

Hackensackumc Mountainside
4 miles, SE 3.2 star
Saint Barnabas Medical Center
5 miles, SW 3.2 star
Clara Maass Medical Center
6 miles, SE 3.2 star

Airports

Laguardia Airport
22 miles, SE 4.6 star
John F Kennedy International Airport
30 miles, SE 4.1 star
Westchester County Airport
34 miles, E 1.4 star