Essex Fells, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 9/10
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
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
2,320 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
88.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
81.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$250,001 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
99.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$976,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$3,375 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
88.5% 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 7 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 62% of residents leaning left and 33% leaning right.

Liberal (63%) (34%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 31%
Hillary Clinton 66%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, NJ State Senate District 40, NJ Assembly District 40, NJ
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Schools

Essex Fells Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Mount Saint Dominic Academy
<1 miles, NE • 5 star
Trinity Academy
<1 miles, NE
Lincoln Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Caldwell University
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Fortis Institute-Wayne
4 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Empire Beauty School-Bloomfield
5 miles, SE • 1 star
Montclair State University
5 miles, E • 2.8 star
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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
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Airports

Laguardia Airport
21 miles, SE • 4.6 star
John F Kennedy International Airport
29 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Westchester County Airport
34 miles, E • 1.4 star
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