Pennington, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
2,798 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
73.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$171,282 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$608,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,787 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mercer County
4
Trenton-Princeton 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

Mercer County
4
Trenton-Princeton Metro Area
4
New Jersey
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 30
Feb 3 7 33
Mar 4 3 39
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 4 3 35

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 57% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.

Liberal (58%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 36%
Hillary Clinton 60%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, NJ State Senate District 15, NJ Assembly District 15, NJ
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Schools

The Pennington School
<1 miles, NW • 5 star
Toll Gate Grammar School
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Hopewell Valley Central High School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

The College of New Jersey
4 miles, S • 3.7 star
Rider University
4 miles, S • 2.8 star
Fortis Institute-Lawrenceville
6 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Francis Medical Center
8 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Trenton Mercer Airport
4 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
39 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
41 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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