River Vale Township, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
9,933 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
69.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$199,021 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$713,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,650 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
88.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 5 0 63
Oct 4 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 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

Holdrum Middle School
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Charles DeWolf Middle School
<1 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Meadowbrook
<1 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Dominican College of Blauvelt
4 miles, E • 2.8 star
St Thomas Aquinas College
4 miles, E • 2.8 star
Capri Cosmetology Learning Centers
6 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

New Bridge Medical Center
5 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Westchester County Airport
16 miles, E • 1.4 star
Laguardia Airport
18 miles, S • 4.6 star
Newark Liberty International Airport
24 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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