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Passaic, NJ
Passaic · Passaic County · NJ 07055
Updated June 21, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$380K
Median Price
23/100
Walk Score
6.7/10
Schools
90 min
to Midtown Manhattan, NY
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
FSafety
18/100
C+Schools
67/100
DQuietness
40/100
FCommute
35/100
FWalkability
23/100
WYLT Score38/100
Our Take
Passaic’s housing costs are steep relative to its median income and the area offers very limited walkability, transit, and local amenities. It might fit someone who can drive and wants a low‑cost option, but it has serious safety and convenience drawbacks.
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The Good
- ✓Reasonably affordable home prices compared to northern NJ
- ✓Good public park and green space
- ✓Strong public school options (several high schools rated 9)
- ✓Access to major highways for driving commuters
Real Talk
- !High violent and property crime rates
- !Very low walk score – you’ll need a car for most errands
- !Rent-to-income ratio is high – rents eat a big chunk of income
- !Limited public transit options for reliable commutes to NYC
- $High property taxes typical of New Jersey
- $Higher insurance premiums due to crime risk
- $Potential long commute costs (time and money)
Best For
Budget buyers wanting a home in NJPeople who plan to commute by carFamilies looking for decent schoolsRenters with a tight budget
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityHigh
Crime & Safety
Passaic, NJ
F
Safety grade
Safety score18 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
149% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
High38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
97% higher than the national average
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