ZIP Code 07977, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
733 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
84.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
61.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$158,438 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$798,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,415 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,358 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Peapack and Gladstone
1
Somerset County
1
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (50%) (48%) 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 4 8 28
Feb 2 8 32
Mar 4 4 40
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 4 0 54
Nov 4 0 43
Dec 4 5 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Matheny School
<1 miles, E · 1star
Gill St Bernard S School
2 miles, N · 5star

Colleges

Raritan Valley Community College
7 miles, SW · 1.9star
Rabbinical College of America
10 miles, E · 1.4star
County College of Morris
11 miles, NE · 1.9star

Hospitals

Morristown Medical Center
11 miles, E · 5star

Airports

Trenton Mercer Airport
31 miles, SW · 1.4star
Laguardia Airport
41 miles, E · 4.6star