Hardyston Township, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
8,239 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$119,103 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
45 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$332,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,015 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,760 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sussex County
1
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

Sussex County
1
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New Jersey
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 10 25
Feb 3 9 28
Mar 4 6 36
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 4 1 41
Dec 4 5 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 4%

Schools

Franklin Elementary School
1 miles, W 2.8 star
Hardyston Township Middle School
2 miles, NW 3.7 star
Hamburg School
2 miles, N 1.9 star

Colleges

Sussex County Community College
11 miles, W 1.9 star
Institute for Therapeutic Massage
15 miles, SE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Newton Medical Center
12 miles, W 4.1 star
St Anthony Community Hospital
14 miles, E 3.2 star
Chilton Medical Center
17 miles, SE 3.2 star

Airports

Laguardia Airport
43 miles, SE 4.6 star
Westchester County Airport
44 miles, SE 1.4 star