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West New York, NJ


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West New York, New Jersey

West New York, New Jersey, in Hudson county, is 0 miles NE of Union City, New Jersey (center to center) and 3 miles NW of New York, New York. Part of the surrounding Jersey City metro area, the town is not an isolated town. West New York is home to some 45,768 residents.

The People and Families of West New York

In West New York, about 39% of adults are married.

Approximately 40% of West New York is non-white. If America is a melting pot of different peoples, then West New York is very American.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, West New York had a median family income of $34,083.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($28,700) among 2004 Presidential candidates in West New York. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

West New York Housing

According to the 2000 census, 20% of the housing in West New York was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the town as the average housing age is high. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in West New York, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In West New York, 52% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the town 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 West New York.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyWest New York Public Transportation Use
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)
Top 7%West New York Walking and Biking to Work
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 10%West New York Racial Diversity
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 16%West New York Low Property Crime

Comparative Profile of West New York, NJ

Comparing West New York 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 Diversity910
Male Share of the Population77
Senior Citizens65
Children Under 5 Years Old57
Age of the Population42
Female Share of the Population44
Well-Paid Single Men21

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size87
Portion of People Married32

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults33
People Above Poverty21
People in Middle Class or Better21
Median Family Income11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use1010
Walking and Biking to Work910
Working at Home33
Short Commute Times13

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
People Living Alone67
Affordability of Rents58
Seasonal and Vacation Housing45
Housing Recently Built23
Affordability of Property Taxes13

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime95
Low Violent Crime63

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