Montague Township, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
3,808 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$99,521 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$297,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$758 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,101 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.2% 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 14 25
Feb 3 10 28
Mar 4 7 36
Apr 4 2 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 4 1 40
Dec 4 9 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, NJ State Senate District 24, NJ Assembly District 24, NJ
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Schools

Montague Township School
3 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Delaware Valley MS
5 miles, N • 3.7 star
Delaware Valley HS
5 miles, N • 4.6 star
Delaware Valley El Sch
6 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Sussex County Community College
15 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Beauty School of Middletown
19 miles, E • 1 star
Orange County Community College
19 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Bon Secours Community Hospital
6 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Newton Medical Center
16 miles, SW • 4.1 star
St Anthony Community Hospital
19 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Westchester County Airport
55 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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