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Hackensack, New Jersey

Hackensack, New Jersey, in Bergen county, is 4 miles NE of Passaic, New Jersey (center to center) and 10 miles N of New York, New York. Part of the surrounding Bergen - Passaic metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Hackensack is home to some 42,677 residents.

The People and Families of Hackensack

In Hackensack, about 36% of adults are married. People in Hackensack have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The city somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

Approximately 47% of Hackensack is non-white. If America is a melting pot of different peoples, then the city is very American.

The people of Hackensack are more likely male than female.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Hackensack had a median family income of $56,953. It's worth saying that successful single folks are not uncommon in Hackensack.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($27,085) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Hackensack. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Hackensack Housing

According to the 2000 census, 32% of the housing in Hackensack was owner-occupied. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the city, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. If you want a nice house, or any home in a nice city, you usually need to pay higher property taxes. It's no different here.

Commuting

In Hackensack, 74% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the city it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at Hackensack.

Of Note

High Points

Hackensack strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Jersey):

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%trophyHackensack Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%trophyHackensack Racial Diversity
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Hackensack Well-Paid Single Men
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Hackensack Walking and Biking to Work
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Hackensack Well-Paid Single Women

Comparative Profile of Hackensack, NJ

Comparing Hackensack to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Racial Diversity1010
Well-Paid Single Men109
Well-Paid Single Women109
Male Share of the Population99
Age of the Population63
Senior Citizens65
Children Under 5 Years Old33
Female Share of the Population22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size21
Portion of People Married11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults76
Median Family Income63
People in Middle Class or Better62
People Above Poverty62

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use1010
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Short Commute Times47
Working at Home23

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
People Living Alone1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing87
Housing Recently Built46
Affordability of Rents35
Affordability of Property Taxes12

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime73
Low Violent Crime63

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