Silver Lake, NJ
Livability
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Bikeability
4/10
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Walkability
5/10
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Transit
6/10
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Commute
4/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
3/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
10/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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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
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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
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
- local_airport Airports
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Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
4,034
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
26.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$86,615
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$483,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$995
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,342
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.9%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Essex County
6
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
Essex County
4
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New Jersey
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 8 | 30 |
| Feb | 3 | 8 | 33 |
| Mar | 4 | 5 | 41 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 52 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 76 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 74 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 46 |
| Dec | 4 | 5 | 35 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 62% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.
Liberal (63%) (35%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 35%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 11, NJ State Senate District 34, NJ Assembly District 34, NJSchools
Belleville PS4
<1 miles, E
•
3.2
Washington Academy
<1 miles, SE
•
1
Carteret Elementary School
<1 miles, W
•
2.8
1st Cerebral Palsy of Nj
<1 miles, NE
•
1
Colleges
Bloomfield College
1 miles, N
•
1.9
Empire Beauty School-Bloomfield
1 miles, N
•
1
Eastern International College-Belleville
2 miles, E
•
1.4
Hospitals
Clara Maass Medical Center
<1 miles, NE
•
3.2
East Orange General Hospital
2 miles, SW
•
1.4
Hackensackumc Mountainside
2 miles, N
•
3.2
Saint Michael's Medical Center
3 miles, S
•
3.2
Airports
Newark Liberty International Airport
6 miles, S
•
4.6
Laguardia Airport
16 miles, SE
•
4.6
John F Kennedy International Airport
23 miles, SE
•
4.1
Westchester County Airport
32 miles, E
•
1.4