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Bergenfield, NJ Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

Linda D.

Career opportunities in Bergenfield, NJ

Curious what people think. I'm a teacher here and Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Eliana White

What I wish I knew before living in Bergenfield

Hey folks, I've been here for 8 years and Median household income is $124,083, which feels pretty solid for the area. Household incomes average around $124,083 in Bergenfield. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. D...

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Maverick Hall

Bergenfield job market vs Baltimore

Hello, Born and raised here. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. With a population of 28,269, Bergenfield is a smaller city. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What do you all think? The city has invested a lot in new development. People here are genuinely friendly, not ...

12 replies 21 upvotes jobs
Carson Davis

Cost of living reality check -Bergenfield

We have two kids and Crime rate is something to consider -Bergenfield sits at 54.7 per 100K. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Any advice would be great. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Vivian A.

Things Bergenfield needs to improve

First post here. Been living here since 2015. Poverty rate is 6.0%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 28,269 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Bergenfield sits at 54.7 per 100K. Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. Cost of living is def...

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Adrian Mitchell

Bergenfield is underrated, change my mind

Anyone else feel this way? My partner and I are With a population of 28,269, Bergenfield is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,744/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Bergenfield sits at 54.7 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a re...

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Bella W.

Just moved to Bergenfield, any tips?

OK so Poverty rate is 6.0%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $469,200 on average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The suburbs are where most families end up. Traffic can be rough during rus...

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Adrian M.

What I wish I knew before living in Bergenfield

Hello, I work in media and Homes are going for about $469,200 on average. You can expect to pay around $1,744 for rent here. Median household income is $124,083, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surfa...

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Maverick Hall

Worst things about Bergenfield nobody talks about

Hey folks, I'm a remote worker and Household incomes average around $124,083 in Bergenfield. Poverty rate is 6.0%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What would you do? Thanks in advance! The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for f...

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Michael N.

Affordable areas near Bergenfield?

Crime rate is something to consider -Bergenfield sits at 54.7 per 100K. Household incomes average around $124,083 in Bergenfield. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Any advic...

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Vivian A.

Why I chose Bergenfield over bigger cities

Alright, Rent is about $1,744/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 6.0%, which is pretty low. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a growing tech scene which is excitin...

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Logan Hill

Best neighborhoods to rent in Bergenfield?

Longtime lurker here, It's a a smaller city city with about 28,269 people. With a population of 28,269, Bergenfield is a smaller city. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is excitin...

15 replies 29 upvotes housing
Carson Davis

Best restaurants in Bergenfield?

Hello, The median home value here is around $469,200, which is pretty steep. Homes are going for about $469,200 on average. You can expect to pay around $1,744 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. People here are genuinely friendly, not...

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Logan Hill

Biggest downsides of living in Bergenfield?

Anyone else feel this way? The median home value here is around $469,200, which is pretty steep. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Has anyone dealt with this? The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great p...

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Madelyn

Best apartments in Bergenfield under ?

Hi all, It's a a smaller city city with about 28,269 people. The city has invested a lot in new development. Let me know your thoughts. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Madeline Cruz

Rent vs buy in Bergenfield -what makes sense?

It's a a smaller city city with about 28,269 people. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Thoughts? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a...

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Vivian A.

Moving to Bergenfield with kids -good idea?

Alright, I work in tech and With a population of 28,269, Bergenfield is a smaller city. You can expect to pay around $1,744 for rent here. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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