West Orange Township, NJ
Livability
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Bikeability
4/10
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Walkability
5/10
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Transit
5/10
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Commute
4/10
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Housing
2/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
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Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
10/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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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
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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
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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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Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
- 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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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- 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
48,276
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
53.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$131,645
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$527,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,689
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Essex County
6
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
Essex County
4
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New Jersey
3
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 68% of residents leaning left and 29% leaning right.
Liberal (69%) (29%) ConservativeClimate
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 | 33 |
| Mar | 4 | 4 | 41 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 52 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 76 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 74 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 45 |
| Dec | 4 | 5 | 35 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Schools
Mount Pleasant Elementary School
<1 miles, NW
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Garden Academy
1 miles, NW
Golda Och Academy
1 miles, SW
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Roosevelt Middle School
1 miles, S
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Colleges
Best Care College
3 miles, SE
National Career Institute
3 miles, SE
Seton Hall University
3 miles, S
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Caldwell University
3 miles, N
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Hospitals
Saint Barnabas Medical Center
2 miles, W
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East Orange General Hospital
4 miles, SE
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Hackensackumc Mountainside
4 miles, E
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Clara Maass Medical Center
5 miles, SE
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Airports
Newark Liberty International Airport
8 miles, S
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Laguardia Airport
20 miles, SE
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John F Kennedy International Airport
27 miles, SE
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Westchester County Airport
35 miles, E
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