Median Income
$147,679
97% higher than US avg
Home Value
$285,800
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
85.8%
155% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment
9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.1%
75% lower than US avg
How Ridgewood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population477
Median Age50.9 yrs
Density5,963/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans3.9%
Economy
B+
Median Income$147,679
Per Capita$59,527
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$107,275M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$285,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease4.2%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation739 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+85.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute25 min
Broadband88.4%
Libraries41
Is Ridgewood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ridgewood receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ridgewood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ridgewood is $147,679, which is significantly higher than the national average — 97% above $75,149. This places Ridgewood among higher-income communities. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ridgewood is $285,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
Ridgewood is a highly educated community — 85.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Ridgewood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Ridgewood has a population of 477 with a density of 5,963 people per square mile. The median age is 50.9 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 4.2% Black.
Population
50.9yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Ridgewood vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.6% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.4% |
| 75% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Ridgewood vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Ridgewood is $147,679, which is 97% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income: Ridgewood vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $147,679 |
| 97% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $59,527 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,479 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $97,169 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.4% |
| 161% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.1% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 27,215 |
| County GDP | $107,275M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2,075 |
| Healthcare | 2,590 |
| Retail | 2,526 |
| Manufacturing | 920 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,087 |
| 160% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.18% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 69.6% |
| Public Transit | 2.6% |
| Work from Home | 27.8% |
The median home value in Ridgewood is $285,800, 1% above the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $285,800 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $384,700 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $384,700 |
| $/Sq Ft | $226 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,087 |
| 160% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.18% |
In Ridgewood, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 14.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ridgewood vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 28.1% |
| 12% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.6% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 3.7% |
| Stroke | 2.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 14.1% |
| Depression | 25.7% |
| Mental Distress | 14.5% |
| Physical Distress | 8.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,669/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,590 |
Crime Rates: Ridgewood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 75 |
Safety Score
Ridgewood has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 54.8°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.4 inches |
| 14% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 739 ft (225 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,963/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1899°N, 84.4344°W |
| County FIPS | 39061 |