Hudson County, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 7/10
directions_bus Transit 7/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Moderately Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but walking may be limited by distance, infrastructure, or availability of nearby amenities.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
710,478 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
47.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$90,032 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$508,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,270 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,673 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
29.1% 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 York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
4
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 York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New Jersey
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 31
Feb 2 8 33
Mar 4 4 41
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 5 35

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 71% of residents leaning left and 25% leaning right.

Liberal (72%) (26%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 22%
Hillary Clinton 76%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, NJ State Senate District 32, NJ Assembly District 32, NJ
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Schools

Dr Charles P DeFuccio School
<1 miles, W • 1.4 star
Liberty High School
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
St Dominic Academy
<1 miles, S • 5 star
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Colleges

Saint Peter's University
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
PC Age-Jersey City
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Hudson County Community College
<1 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Carepoint Health-Christ Hospital
2 miles, E • 1.4 star
Jersey City Medical Center
2 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Hoboken University Medical Center
2 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Airports

Laguardia Airport
11 miles, E • 4.6 star
John F Kennedy International Airport
17 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Westchester County Airport
30 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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