Woodbridge, Woodbridge NJ — neighborhood review

Woodbridge, NJ

Woodbridge · Middlesex County · NJ 07095

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$390K

Median Price

82/100

Walk Score

8.6/10

Schools

Score Breakdown

BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
86/100
D+Quietness
50/100
ACommute
100/100
B+Walkability
82/100
WYLT Score75/100

Our Take

Woodbridge offers decent schools and a solid median income, but it’s a car‑dependent, flood‑prone area with limited transit and nightlife. If you can handle the risk and lack of walkability, it can work, otherwise consider alternatives.

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The Good

  • Highly rated public schools (average 7.2/10),
  • Median household income above national average ($103k),
  • Median home price ($344k) lower than many nearby suburbs,
  • Proximity to major highways for commute to NYC and surrounding areas

Real Talk

  • !High flood risk (AE zone), requiring expensive flood insurance,
  • !Very low walkability and limited public transit options,
  • !Limited dining and nightlife options,
  • !Potential for property and violent crime higher than many suburban towns
  • $Flood insurance premiums
  • $Higher property taxes for larger homes
  • $Cost of commuting by car or train

Best For

Young families looking for good schoolsHigh‑income professionals who can afford a carRenters wanting a moderate cost of livingPeople willing to buy a home and accept flood risk

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Woodbridge, NJ

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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