West New York

West New York, New Jersey Overview

With a composite score of 54.2/100 and a B grade, West New York ranks #7 of 20 cities in New Jersey. Its strongest showing is in Safety (82/100), while Outdoor Access (7/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in West New York

West New York’s median income of $67,139 is 31% below the state median, but positive population growth of 2.2% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 4.1%.

Safety in West New York

West New York’s violent crime rate of 239 per 100,000 runs above the New Jersey average of 195. The property crime rate is 1297.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in West New York

West New York has a cost of living index of 112.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $410,200. Median monthly rent is $1,607. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in West New York

The adult obesity rate in West New York is 32.6% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 13.7%. Residents report an average of 15.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Jersey ranks #10 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in West New York

West New York has a high school graduation rate of 77%. The student-teacher ratio is 14.3:1. Local districts invest $25,327 per student, well above the national median. The city has 9 public schools serving 7,409 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in West New York

The annual average temperature in West New York is 53.6°F. Summers average 70.5°F. Winters average 38.4°F. Precipitation is abundant at 60.7 inches per year. 38.3% of commuters use public transit.

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