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Dayton

#3 in Best Places to Raise a Family in Middlesex County
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Suburb in New Jersey
  • 29 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      A+
    2. Crime & Safety
      NG
    3. Housing
      B+
    4. Nightlife
      C+
    5. Good for Families
      A+
    6. Diversity
      A
    7. Jobs
      B+
    8. Weather
      B-
    9. Cost of Living
      C+
    10. Health & Fitness
      B+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A-
    12. Commute
      B-
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    Dayton is a suburb of New York City with a population of 7,340. Dayton is in Middlesex County and is one of the best places to live in New Jersey. Living in Dayton offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Dayton and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Dayton are highly rated.
    About Dayton...
    Population
    7,340

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $385,400
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,810
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Sparse Suburban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      22%
    • Own
      78%
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    Dayton Rankings

    Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.

    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    NG
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      —
      282.7
    • Murder
      —
      6.1
    • Rape
      —
      40.7
    • Robbery
      —
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      —
      500.1
    • Theft
      —
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      —
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    A
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      12%
    • 10-17 years
      15%
    • 18-24 years
      7%
    • 25-34 years
      10%
    • 35-44 years
      15%
    • 45-54 years
      20%
    • 55-64 years
      11%
    • 65+ years
      8%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      24%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      42%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      14%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      14%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      5%
      13%

    Working in Dayton

    Jobs
    B+
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $124,485
    National
    $55,322
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    Dayton Reviews

    29 reviews
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    I think that the education system in Dayton, NJ is definitely one of the best and is the main reason why my parents chose to settle down in Dayton. South Brunswick High School is a very intense public school, which makes it great for children because it truly prepares them for the reality of college. It is a relatively safe middle-upper middle class town, with a pretty low crime rate. Dayton is great for younger families, however it would not be fun for young adults without children. There are a lot of places to eat but there isn't much outside of that; there is no solid nightlife or fun spot for young adults. Being a current resident at 22 years of age, I find myself going to the neighboring towns/cities of New Brunswick or Princeton for a nice experiences.
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    Dayton has a caring and diverse community. The people here are very generous and friendly. No minority group feels marginalized. Though, the apartments may be slightly expensive. The public school district is good.
    The suburb is cozy and small enough to encourage interactions between neighbors and peer residents. There's need for updated street lamps and certain areas don't even have street lamps, which is neglection on part of township initiative despite high tax collections. Mixed variety of populations with mid to high middle class category.