Passaic County, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
518,289 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,137 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$439,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,399 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,369 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 8 29
Feb 3 8 31
Mar 4 4 39
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 4 0 44
Dec 4 5 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (38%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 37%
Hillary Clinton 61%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, NJ State Senate District 26, NJ Assembly District 26, NJ
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Schools

Haskell Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Wanaque Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Institute for Therapeutic Massage
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Ramapo College of New Jersey
7 miles, E • 3.7 star
Lincoln Technical Institute-Mahwah
8 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Chilton Medical Center
5 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Good Samaritan Hospital of Suffern
10 miles, E • 1.4 star
Valley Hospital
11 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Laguardia Airport
29 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Westchester County Airport
31 miles, E • 1.4 star
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