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Ridgewood, NJ

Ridgewood is a village in Bergen County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Ridgewood is a suburban bedroom community of New York City, located approximately 20 miles (32 km) northwest of Midtown Manhattan. As of the 2020 United States Census, the village's population was 25,979, an increase of 1,021 (+4.1%) from the 2010 census count of 24,958, which in turn reflected an increase of 22 (+0.1%) from 24,936 in the 2000 census.

It has been one of the state's highest-income communities. In 2000, its per capita income of $51,658 was ranked the 35th-highest in the state. Based on data from the 2006–2010 American Community Survey, it had a per-capita income of $67,560, 31st in the state. Based on data from the American Community Survey for 2013–2017, it had a median household income of $162,011, ranked 7th in the state among municipalities with more than 10,000 residents, more than double the statewide median of $76,475.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village had a total area of 5.80 square miles (15.03 km2), including 5.74 square miles (14.87 km2) of land and 0.06 square miles (0.16 km2) of water (1.07%).

The village of Ridgewood boasts a diverse economy, with major industries including health and wellness centers, finance, and retail. Healthcare facilities like The Valley Hospital and Hackensack University Medical Center serve the community's medical needs, while numerous financial institutions and retail establishments contribute to the local economy. Panico Salon & Spa offers a range of spa services including massages, facials, body treatments, and hair services. The Fountain Spa is known for its luxurious spa treatments including massages, facials, body wraps, and nail services. Breathe N Flow Yoga offers various yoga classes including vinyasa, restorative, and prenatal yoga. Real Hot Yoga provides yoga classes for all levels, meditation sessions, and workshops.

Top sites in Ridgewood, NJ: The Hermitage, Saddle River County Park, Thielke Arboretum. 

Population: Approximately 25,000 (latest census data). Area: 5.80 sq mi (15.03 km2). Elevation: 105 feet (32 m). ZIP Code: 07450. Area code(s): 201. 

FAQs

Is Ridgewood, NJ expensive to live in?

Housing is generally the biggest monthly cost that you would need to account for. The cost of living index for housing estimates the cost of housing in Ridgewood to be 126.5% of the national average. This makes it one of the more expensive cities in the US.

What is the median household income in Ridgewood, NJ?

The median property value in Ridgewood, NJ was $858,900 in 2022, which is 3.05 times larger than the national average of $281,900. The median household income in Ridgewood, NJ is $211,224. In N/A, the place with the highest median household income in Ridgewood, NJ was Census Tract 473 with a value of $250,001, followed by Census Tract 475 and Census Tract 472, with respective values of $235,938 and $217,159.

What is Ridgewood, NJ famous for?

The Village government has been housed in many locations over the years but currently makes its home in the former Elks building. Ridgewood is known for its excellent school system and is still using the Beech Street School, built in 1894 and is on the National Register of Historic Places, as its administrative headquarters. Ridgewood’s houses of worship have grown from 1 in 1735 to about 25 congregations today.

Sources

Village of Ridgewood

Wikipedia

Flyhomes

Localhistory.ridgewoodlibrary

datausa 

Valley Hospital

Hackensack University Medical Center

Panico Salon & Spa

The Fountain Spa

Breathe N Flow Yoga

Real Hot Yoga

The Hermitage

Saddle River County Park

Thielke Arboretum

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