Northvale, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
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
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
4,782 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
88.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
55.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$117,717 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$577,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,414 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,741 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bergen 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

Bergen County
2
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New Jersey
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 8 26
Feb 3 8 29
Mar 4 5 37
Apr 4 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 5 0 62
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 0 42
Dec 4 5 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, NJ State Senate District 39, NJ Assembly District 39, NJ
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Schools

Northvale Public School
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Norwood Public School
1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

St Thomas Aquinas College
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Dominican College of Blauvelt
2 miles, N • 2.8 star
Mercy College
4 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

St John's Riverside Hospital
4 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Westchester County Airport
13 miles, E • 1.4 star
Laguardia Airport
17 miles, S • 4.6 star
Newark Liberty International Airport
25 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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