Columbia, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
152 332.4M (US)
Median Age
55.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$84,531 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$322,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$800 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,516 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Warren County
1
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton Metro Area
2
New Jersey
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Warren County
2
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton Metro Area
3
New Jersey
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 10 28
Feb 3 9 30
Mar 4 5 39
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 5 0 64
Oct 5 0 53
Nov 4 1 43
Dec 4 5 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, NJ State Senate District 23, NJ Assembly District 23, NJ
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Schools

Bangor Area HS
4 miles, W • 4.1 star
DeFranco El Sch
4 miles, SW • 3.7 star
DeFranco El Sch
4 miles, SW
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Colleges

The Beauty Institute
8 miles, NW • 1 star
Warren County Community College
13 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Lehigh Valley Hospital-Pocono
6 miles, N • 3.2 star
St Luke's Hospital-Monroe Campus
10 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Hackettstown Medical Center
15 miles, SE • 1.4 star
St Luke's Warren Hospital
16 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lehigh Valley International Airport
26 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
47 miles, S • 1.4 star
Newark Liberty International Airport
51 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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