West Milford Township, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
24,634 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$123,930 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$373,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,258 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,407 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.3% 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 10 25
Feb 3 8 28
Mar 4 6 36
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 4 1 41
Dec 4 5 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 3%

Schools

Westbrook Elementary School
2 miles, S 3.7 star
West Milford High School
2 miles, S 2.8 star
Macopin Middle School
2 miles, S 2.3 star
Maple Road Elementary School
3 miles, S 3.2 star

Colleges

Institute for Therapeutic Massage
7 miles, S 1.4 star
Ramapo College of New Jersey
11 miles, SE 3.7 star
Lincoln Technical Institute-Mahwah
13 miles, SE 1.9 star
Eastwick College-Ramsey
14 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

St Anthony Community Hospital
11 miles, NE 3.2 star
Chilton Medical Center
11 miles, S 3.2 star
Good Samaritan Hospital of Suffern
13 miles, E 1.4 star

Airports

Laguardia Airport
35 miles, SE 4.6 star
Westchester County Airport
36 miles, SE 1.4 star