Fairfield Township, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
7,712 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
51.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$113,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$651,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,535 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 5 40
Apr 4 1 50
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 1 45
Dec 4 4 35

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 11, NJ State Senate District 40, NJ Assembly District 40, NJ
See all legislative districts in this place

Schools

Adlai E Stevenson
<1 miles, W • 4.6 star
Banyan School
<1 miles, W
Churchill
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Glenview Academy
1 miles, SE
Browse all schools near New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area

Colleges

Fortis Institute-Wayne
3 miles, E • 1.4 star
Caldwell University
4 miles, S • 2.3 star
Browse all colleges near New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area

Hospitals

Chilton Medical Center
5 miles, N • 3.2 star
Hackensackumc Mountainside
7 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Browse all hospitals near New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area

Airports

Laguardia Airport
24 miles, SE • 4.6 star
John F Kennedy International Airport
32 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Westchester County Airport
34 miles, E • 1.4 star
Browse all airports near New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area