Montgomery Township, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 9/10
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
23,643 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
79.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$223,409 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$739,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,006 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Somerset 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

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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (46%) 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 29
Feb 3 8 32
Mar 4 3 39
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 4 0 44
Dec 4 4 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Montgomery Upper Middle School
<1 miles, SE · 4.6star
Montgomery Lower Middle School
<1 miles, SE · 4.6star
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Colleges

Princeton University
5 miles, S · 4.6star
Rider University
11 miles, SW · 2.8star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Trenton Mercer Airport
12 miles, SW · 1.4star
Philadelphia International Airport
48 miles, SW · 4.1star
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