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Prospect Park, New Jersey, in Passaic county, is 0 miles N of Paterson, New Jersey (center to center) and 13 miles N of Newark, New Jersey. The town is considered part of the Bergen - Passaic metropolitan area. Prospect Park has a population of 5,779.
In Prospect Park, about 47% of adults are married. Households are larger than most, which is consistent with the family emphasis of the town.
Approximately 39% of Prospect Park is non-white. The town boasts a diverse population for New Jersey, with several racial groups well-represented among the population.
In 2000, Prospect Park had a median family income of $49,405.
Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.
About 48% of housing units in Prospect Park are owner-occupied. Much of the housing in the town has been around for years.
In Prospect Park, 89% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Prospect Park to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):
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| Low Violent Crime | ![]() | ![]() |
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