Kearny, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
40,570 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,212 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$431,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,275 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,436 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hudson County
4
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

Hudson County
3
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New Jersey
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 30
Feb 3 8 33
Mar 4 4 41
Apr 4 1 52
May 4 0 61
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 5 35

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (38%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 3%

Schools

Harrison High School
1 miles, W 2.3 star
Franklin Elementary School
1 miles, NW 2.8 star
Kearny High School
1 miles, NW 2.3 star

Colleges

Pillar College
3 miles, W
New Jersey Institute of Technology
3 miles, W 4.1 star
Rutgers University-Newark
3 miles, W 3.7 star
Essex County College
3 miles, W 1.4 star

Hospitals

Saint Michael's Medical Center
3 miles, W 3.2 star
Clara Maass Medical Center
4 miles, NW 3.2 star
The University Hospital
4 miles, W 1.4 star
Hudson Regional Hospital
4 miles, NE 2.3 star

Airports

Laguardia Airport
13 miles, E 4.6 star
John F Kennedy International Airport
20 miles, SE 4.1 star
Westchester County Airport
31 miles, NE 1.4 star