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Rockaway Twp., NJ Overview

Situated approximately 40 miles west of New York City off Routes 80 and 46, Rockaway Borough provides comfortable housing, an acclaimed school system, and a wide array of service and amenities. Retaining a small-town feeling, the borough is characterized as a charming commuter town with a colonial flavor. This quiet, residential community with a pristine lake nestles in the shadow of the much larger neighboring Rockaway Township. Newcomers to the township will discover a delightful, rustic area that features lush woods and vast open space. Home of the College County of Morris, the township balances industry and commercial activity with tranquil neighborhoods. Local parks, athletic fields, league sports, playgrounds, tennis courts, ice-skating, a golf course, and sparkling lakes ensure quality leisure activities. Transportation efficiencies include Interstate 80, Route 15, and bus or train service to New York City.

Summary

Population Growth (since 2000)	8%
Population Density (ppl / mile)	593.00
Household Size (ppl)	2.688
Households w/ Children	34%

Housing Stability

Annual Residential Turnover	5%
5+ Years in Residency	0%
Median Year in Residency	0

Housing Inventory

Market Overview

133 listings with an estimated median price of $519,900

Price	Count
$0 - 100K	9
$100K - 200K	7
$200K - 300K	4
$300K - 400K	11
$400K - 500K	32
$500K - 600K	39
$600K - 700K	11
$700K - 800K	5
$800K - 900K	6
$900K - 1M	5
$1M - Max	4

Property Type	Count
Single Family	79
Condo	29
Commercial	13
Rental	12
Lots and Land	10
Multi Family	2

(Data as of 4/26/2024)

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 24,685

Households:9,188

Median Age: 43.71

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature (degrees F)

Weather Risk

Education

The Community Educational Index chart is based on the U.S. Census Bureau's Socioeconomic Status (SES) elements. Factors used in creating the index below are income, educational achievement, and occupation of persons within the selected ZIP code. Since this index is based on the population of an entire Zip code, it may not reflect the nature of an individual school.

Education Climate Index

Highest Education Level Attained

Employment and Finance

Workforce

Income by dollar range (Median Income: $103,534)

Rockaway Twp., NJ Income by dollar range

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Studio: $1,044
One Bedroom: $1,099
Two Bedroom: $1,324
Three Bedroom: $1,695
Four Bedroom: $1,922

Smoking Ban

The Smoking Ban data indicates whether an area has a smoking ban in place for workplaces, restaurants or bars. This information represents that of the search area and may not reflect that of the whole County or State.

Workplaces: No
Restaurants: No
Bars: No

Crime

The Crime Index compares the risk or probability of future occurrence of certain types of crime in this community as compared to the national average. The national average for each type of crime equals a score of 1.0, so a score of 2.0 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 0.50 would represent half the risk of the national average.