Vernon Center, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
1,490 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
32.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,853 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
46 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$160,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$829 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,275 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sussex 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

Sussex County
1
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New Jersey
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 10 24
Feb 2 9 27
Mar 4 5 35
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 5 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 5 0 49
Nov 4 1 40
Dec 4 5 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, NJ State Senate District 24, NJ Assembly District 24, NJ
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Schools

Glen Meadow Middle School
2 miles, N • 3.2 star
Lounsberry Hollow School
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Institute for Therapeutic Massage
15 miles, S • 1.4 star
Sussex County Community College
16 miles, W • 1.9 star
Beauty School of Middletown
17 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

St Anthony Community Hospital
9 miles, E • 3.2 star
Bon Secours Community Hospital
16 miles, N • 4.1 star
Newton Medical Center
16 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Westchester County Airport
42 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Laguardia Airport
44 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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