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Old Tappan, NJ


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Old Tappan, New Jersey

Old Tappan, New Jersey, in Bergen county, is 7 miles NW of Yonkers, New York (center to center) and 18 miles N of New York, New York. The town benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Bergen - Passaic metropolitan area. Old Tappan contains a population of approximately 5,482.

The People and Families of Old Tappan

In Old Tappan, about 69% of adults are married. Married couples seem to be the rule in Old Tappan, at least compared to other towns of its size. The town has a large-family feeling.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Old Tappan had a median family income of $106,772. The typical family in Old Tappan 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 Old Tappan. Interestingly, lots of people in the town have Bachelor's degrees (or better).

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Old Tappan favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $9,420. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the town.

Crime and Safety

Crime isn't one of the big worries for most people in Old Tappan.

Old Tappan Housing

Old Tappan has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 93% 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 Old Tappan, 91% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyOld Tappan Low Rate of Poverty
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyOld Tappan Low Property Crime
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyOld Tappan People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyOld Tappan Median Family Income
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Old Tappan Low Violent Crime
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Old Tappan College Educated Adults
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Old Tappan Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Old Tappan Well-Paid Single Women
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 19%Old Tappan Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Old Tappan, NJ

Comparing Old Tappan 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
Age of the Population99
Well-Paid Single Men97
Well-Paid Single Women97
Racial Diversity87
Senior Citizens67
Female Share of the Population67
Male Share of the Population54
Children Under 5 Years Old45

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married1010
Average Household Size1010

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better1010
People Above Poverty1010
Median Family Income1010
College Educated Adults109

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home98
Public Transportation Use95
Walking and Biking to Work23
Short Commute Times12

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built68
Seasonal and Vacation Housing45
Affordability of Rents13
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals13
People Living Alone11
Affordability of Property Taxes11

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime1010
Low Violent Crime109

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