West Milford Township, NJ
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
4/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
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Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
10/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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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%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 55%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 5, NJ State Senate District 25, NJ Assembly District 25, NJSchools
Westbrook Elementary School
2 miles, S
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3.7
West Milford High School
2 miles, S
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2.8
Macopin Middle School
2 miles, S
•
2.3
Maple Road Elementary School
3 miles, S
•
3.2
Colleges
Institute for Therapeutic Massage
7 miles, S
•
1.4
Ramapo College of New Jersey
11 miles, SE
•
3.7
Lincoln Technical Institute-Mahwah
13 miles, SE
•
1.9
Eastwick College-Ramsey
14 miles, SE
•
1.9
Hospitals
St Anthony Community Hospital
11 miles, NE
•
3.2
Chilton Medical Center
11 miles, S
•
3.2
Good Samaritan Hospital of Suffern
13 miles, E
•
1.4
Ramapo Ridge Psych Hosp
14 miles, SE
Airports
Newark Liberty International Airport
31 miles, S
•
4.6
New York Stewart International Airport
31 miles, NE
•
1
Laguardia Airport
35 miles, SE
•
4.6
Westchester County Airport
36 miles, SE
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1.4