Totowa, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 7/10
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
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
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
10,919 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$114,177 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$507,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,312 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,356 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Passaic County
4
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

Passaic 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 2 8 32
Mar 4 5 40
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 4 1 44
Dec 4 4 35

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 48% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 11, NJ State Senate District 40, NJ Assembly District 40, NJ
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Schools

Washington Park School
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Memorial School
<1 miles, E
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Colleges

Berkeley College-Woodland Park
2 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Fortis Institute-Wayne
2 miles, W • 1.4 star
Passaic County Community College
3 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Mary's General Hospital
5 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Chilton Medical Center
6 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Laguardia Airport
20 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Westchester County Airport
29 miles, E • 1.4 star
John F Kennedy International Airport
29 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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