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Ho Ho Kus, NJ


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Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey

Ho Ho Kus contains a population of approximately 4,060.

The People and Families of Ho-Ho-Kus

In Ho Ho Kus, about 75% of adults are married. Married couples seem to be the rule in Ho Ho Kus, at least compared to other towns of its size. The town has a large-family feeling. There are plenty of young children in Ho Ho Kus.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Ho Ho Kus had a median family income of $144,588. The typical family in Ho Ho Kus is better off than most in New Jersey. The town has a large middle class. There just aren't a lot of poor people in Ho Ho Kus. Interestingly, lots of people in the town have Bachelor's degrees (or better). If you never see your neighbor it may be because he or she works from home rather than driving to the office. That's not unusual in Ho Ho Kus. In the town, there is a large number of singles who make a good living.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Ho Ho Kus favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $8,000. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the town.

Crime and Safety

Crime isn't one of the big worries for most people in Ho Ho Kus.

Ho-Ho-Kus Housing

Ho Ho Kus has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 91% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Taxes on residences are higher here than most places in New Jersey, which may reflect a commitment to education in the town.

Commuting

In Ho Ho Kus, 77% of commuters drive to work. In Ho Ho Kus, not everyone drives everywhere. The public transportation system may meet your needs.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyHo Ho Kus Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyHo Ho Kus Well-Paid Single Men
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyHo Ho Kus College Educated Adults
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyHo Ho Kus Public Transportation Use
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyHo Ho Kus Well-Paid Single Women
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyHo Ho Kus People in Middle Class or Better
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyHo Ho Kus Low Rate of Poverty
Low Property Crime
(vs. State)
Top 3%trophyHo Ho Kus Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophyHo Ho Kus Low Violent Crime

Comparative Profile of Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ

Comparing Ho Ho Kus 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 Men1010
Well-Paid Single Women1010
Children Under 5 Years Old910
Age of the Population89
Racial Diversity84
Female Share of the Population68
Senior Citizens57
Male Share of the Population54

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married1010
Average Household Size98

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better1010
College Educated Adults1010
Median Family Income1010
People Above Poverty1010

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use1010
Working at Home99
Walking and Biking to Work11
Short Commute Times13

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing68
Housing Recently Built33
People Living Alone12
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals11
Affordability of Rents11
Affordability of Property Taxes11

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime1010
Low Violent Crime910
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