Cookstown, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
521 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$110,938 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$369,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$664 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,288 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
96.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Burlington County
2
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington 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

Burlington County
3
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro Area
4
New Jersey
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 32
Feb 3 6 35
Mar 4 2 42
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (48%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NJ State Senate District 8, NJ Assembly District 08, NJ
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Schools

Dr Gerald H Woehr Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 3.7 star
New Egypt High School
3 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Bordentown
12 miles, N • 1 star
Mercer County Community College
16 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Deborah Heart and Lung Center
5 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Trenton Mercer Airport
21 miles, N • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
39 miles, W • 4.1 star
Atlantic City International Airport
40 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Newark Liberty International Airport
49 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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