Union City, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 6/10
directions_run Walkability 7/10
directions_bus Transit 7/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Moderately Bikeable. Biking is possible but may be limited by inconsistent infrastructure, traffic conditions, or distance to amenities.
directions_run Walkability
Moderately Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but walking may be limited by distance, infrastructure, or availability of nearby amenities.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
66,375 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,369 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$446,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,374 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,352 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
19.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hudson 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

Hudson County
3
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New Jersey
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 30
Feb 2 8 33
Mar 4 4 40
Apr 4 1 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 5 0 75
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 74% of residents leaning left and 22% leaning right.

Liberal (76%) (22%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 17%
Hillary Clinton 80%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, NJ State Senate District 33, NJ Assembly District 33, NJ
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Schools

Emerson Middle School
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Robert Waters Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
Union City High School
<1 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Stevens Institute of Technology
2 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Hospitals

Hoboken University Medical Center
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Carepoint Health-Christ Hospital
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Airports

Laguardia Airport
8 miles, E • 4.6 star
John F Kennedy International Airport
16 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Westchester County Airport
27 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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