Watsessing, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 6/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
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
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
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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
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
7,944 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
54.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$94,301 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$418,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,175 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,848 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
31.1% 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 61% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.

Liberal (62%) (36%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 34%
Hillary Clinton 64%
Other 2%

Schools

Watsessing Elementary School
<1 miles, W 1.9 star
Berkeley Elementary School
<1 miles, SE 1.4 star
Bloomfield Tech
<1 miles, E 3.7 star

Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Bloomfield
<1 miles, NE 1 star
Bloomfield College
<1 miles, NE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Clara Maass Medical Center
1 miles, SE 3.2 star
Hackensackumc Mountainside
2 miles, N 3.2 star
East Orange General Hospital
2 miles, SW 1.4 star
The University Hospital
3 miles, S 1.4 star

Airports

Laguardia Airport
17 miles, SE 4.6 star
John F Kennedy International Airport
24 miles, SE 4.1 star
Westchester County Airport
32 miles, E 1.4 star