Ramsey, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
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
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
14,722 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
69.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$164,767 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$665,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,831 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.4% 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 27
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 63
Oct 5 0 52
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 50% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 3%

Schools

John Y Dater Elementary School
<1 miles, S 4.1 star
Eric S Smith Middle School
<1 miles, N 4.6 star
Wesley D Tisdale Elementary School
<1 miles, E 4.1 star

Colleges

Eastwick College-Ramsey
<1 miles, SE 1.9 star
Lincoln Technical Institute-Mahwah
2 miles, N 1.9 star
Ramapo College of New Jersey
2 miles, NW 3.7 star

Hospitals

Good Samaritan Hospital of Suffern
4 miles, NE 1.4 star
Valley Hospital
6 miles, S 4.1 star
New Bridge Medical Center
8 miles, S 3.2 star

Airports

Westchester County Airport
23 miles, E 1.4 star
Laguardia Airport
24 miles, S 4.6 star
Newark Liberty International Airport
26 miles, SW 4.6 star