Fort Lee, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 6/10
directions_bus Transit 6/10
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 10/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Education Hub. The area boasts numerous high-quality colleges and universities within close proximity, offering a wide range of academic opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
39,818 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
64.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$105,535 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$422,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,259 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,162 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bergen 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

Bergen County
2
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New Jersey
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 58% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (39%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 30
Feb 3 8 32
Mar 4 4 40
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 4 0 54
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 4 5 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

School No 1
<1 miles, SW · 4.6star
Lewis F Cole Middle School
<1 miles, W · 3.7star
Fort Lee High School
<1 miles, NE · 4.1star
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Colleges

Boricua College
2 miles, SE · 1.4star
Yeshiva University
2 miles, SE · 2.8star
CUNY City College
2 miles, S · 2.8star
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Hospitals

Holy Name Medical Center
3 miles, N · 2.3star
Harlem Hospital Center
3 miles, S · 1.4star
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Airports

Laguardia Airport
7 miles, SE · 4.6star
Westchester County Airport
20 miles, NE · 1.4star
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