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Park Ridge, NJ
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Park Ridge, NJ
At a Glance
How Park Ridge Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Park Ridge's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Park Ridge a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Park Ridge residents earn a median household income of $165,391 , which is 120% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $70,853. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 12,607 business establishments, including 835 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Park Ridge is $666,200 , 136% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $822,307. Median rent is $1,995/month, with 27.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
Park Ridge reports 11 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 97% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 103/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
56.8% of adults in Park Ridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% above the national average). 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Park Ridge has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.