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Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

Introduction to Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey, in Bergen county, is 2 miles E of Passaic, New Jersey and 9 miles NW of New York, New York. The town is considered part of the Bergen - Passaic metropolitan area. Hasbrouck Heights has a population of 11,662.

Hasbrouck Heights History

Hasbrouck Heights was initially a part of the Lodi Township. At that time, Hasbrouck Heights was known as Corona and in 1890 it was renamed Hasbrouck Heights, as there was already another Corona in New York. It was incorporated on July 31, 1894. In 1901, a portion of Hasbrouck Heights was transferred to Lodi.

Hasbrouck Heights and nearby Attractions

  • Meadowlands Museum
  • New Jersey Naval Museum
  • Dahnert's Lake County Park
  • Cathedral of Saint John the Divine
  • Van Saun Park
  • Grants Tomb

Things To Do In Hasbrouck Heights

You can visit the Hasbrouck Heights Public Library and the local museums to explore the history of the town. You can also plan a trip to the Farmers Market or to the nearby Lodi Memorial Park. In addition, Hasbrouck Heights also organizes summer concerts at the Woodland Park.

Hasbrouck Heights Transportation

La Guardia International is the closest major airport.

Hasbrouck Heights Higher Education

Facilities for higher education are provided by Bergen Community College, Connecticut School of Broadcasting, Stevens Institute of Technology, Saint Peters College and Passaic County Community College, among others.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Hasbrouck Heights Low Violent Crime
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Hasbrouck Heights Public Transportation Use
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Hasbrouck Heights Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Hasbrouck Heights Well-Paid Single Women
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Hasbrouck Heights Low Property Crime
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Hasbrouck Heights Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Hasbrouck Heights People in Middle Class or Better

Comparative Profile of Hasbrouck Heights, NJ

Comparing Hasbrouck Heights 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
Well-Paid Single Men108
Well-Paid Single Women108
Age of the Population98
Racial Diversity97
Senior Citizens89
Male Share of the Population64
Female Share of the Population67
Children Under 5 Years Old33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married76
Average Household Size64

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better97
Median Family Income97
People Above Poverty86
College Educated Adults86

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use109
Walking and Biking to Work67
Working at Home33
Short Commute Times36

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals98
People Living Alone57
Affordability of Rents24
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22
Housing Recently Built23
Affordability of Property Taxes13

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime109
Low Property Crime97
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