Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
4,230 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
81.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$250,001 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,032,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,961 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
84.7% 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 56% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (40%) 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 9 27
Feb 3 8 29
Mar 4 5 37
Apr 4 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 5 0 63
Oct 4 0 52
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 4 5 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Schools

Ho-Ho-Kus Public School
<1 miles, NW · 5star
Travell Elementary School
1 miles, SW · 4.6star
Immaculate Heart Academy
1 miles, SE · 5star
Glen School
1 miles, S

Colleges

Bergen Community College
3 miles, S · 1.9star
Eastwick College-Ramsey
4 miles, N · 1.9star

Hospitals

Valley Hospital
1 miles, SW · 4.1star
New Bridge Medical Center
3 miles, S · 3.2star

Airports

Laguardia Airport
19 miles, S · 4.6star
Westchester County Airport
21 miles, E · 1.4star