Congressional District 5, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
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
772,595 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
54.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$131,132 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$551,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,466 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,781 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.2% 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 8 28
Feb 3 8 30
Mar 4 5 38
Apr 4 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 4 0 43
Dec 4 5 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 3%

Schools

Paradise Knoll Elementary School
4 miles, SW 2.8 star
Macopin Middle School
4 miles, SE 2.3 star
West Milford High School
4 miles, SE 2.8 star
Westbrook Elementary School
4 miles, SE 3.7 star

Colleges

Institute for Therapeutic Massage
10 miles, SE 1.4 star
Ramapo College of New Jersey
14 miles, SE 3.7 star
Lincoln Technical Institute-Mahwah
16 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

St Anthony Community Hospital
11 miles, NE 3.2 star
Chilton Medical Center
13 miles, S 3.2 star
Good Samaritan Hospital of Suffern
16 miles, SE 1.4 star

Airports

Laguardia Airport
38 miles, SE 4.6 star
Westchester County Airport
39 miles, SE 1.4 star