Zoey Ruiz living Oct 11, 2025

Random thought, We have two kids and Crime rate is something to consider -Hackensack sits at 231.4 per 100K. Average temperature is around 55--F, so the weather is moderate. The median home value here is around $370,300, which seems about average. Poverty rate is 7.6%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Thanks! There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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