Totowa, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
10,919 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$114,177 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$507,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,312 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,356 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.0% 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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (49%) 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 8 30
Feb 2 8 32
Mar 4 5 40
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 4 0 53
Nov 4 1 44
Dec 4 4 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Washington Park School
<1 miles, SE · 2.8star
Memorial School
<1 miles, E
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Colleges

Berkeley College-Woodland Park
2 miles, SE · 1.9star
Fortis Institute-Wayne
2 miles, W · 1.4star
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Hospitals

St Mary's General Hospital
5 miles, SE · 3.2star
Chilton Medical Center
6 miles, NW · 3.2star
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Airports

Laguardia Airport
20 miles, SE · 4.6star
Westchester County Airport
29 miles, E · 1.4star
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