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Garwood

#10 in Best Places to Live in Union County
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Suburb in New Jersey
  • 9 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Public Schools
      B
    2. Crime & Safety
      A-
    3. Housing
      C
    4. Nightlife
      A+
    5. Good for Families
      A-
    6. Diversity
      B+
    7. Jobs
      C+
    8. Weather
      B-
    9. Cost of Living
      C-
    10. Health & Fitness
      A
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A
    12. Commute
      A-
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    Garwood is a suburb of New York City with a population of 4,334. Garwood is in Union County and is one of the best places to live in New Jersey. Living in Garwood offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Garwood there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Garwood and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Garwood are above average.
    About Garwood...
    Population
    4,334
    Suburb of
    New York City
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    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $369,800
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,499
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Dense Suburban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      40%
    • Own
      60%
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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    A-
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      22.9
      282.7
    • Murder
      0
      6.1
    • Rape
      0
      40.7
    • Robbery
      0
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      114.4
      500.1
    • Theft
      595
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      22.9
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      13%
    • 10-17 years
      7%
    • 18-24 years
      9%
    • 25-34 years
      14%
    • 35-44 years
      15%
    • 45-54 years
      17%
    • 55-64 years
      11%
    • 65+ years
      14%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      16%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      25%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      26%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      28%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      5%
      13%
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    Working in Garwood

    Jobs
    C+
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $84,896
    National
    $55,322
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      Garwood Reviews

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      I have live in Garwood my life and I love this little town. Although Garwood is very small and does not have a lot to do, this was very beneficial in school. I had small classes and I was able to become close friends with every in my grade. I love all the events that Garwood does throughout the year, like Garwood Rocks and the Tree Lighting. I'm glad I grew up in Garwood!
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      I think Garwood is an extremely nice and family friendly town. The town is very safe and small so everyone knows everyone in the town. The school system is very very good and the children in the town have a great education because of it. There are many things people can do in this small town as well like going to a bar, restaurant, coffee shop, or park. I really enjoy living here because it is so safe and welcoming.
      What I like is Garwood is that it such a small town with just about all you need. It has a few fast food chains, a pharmacy, bowling alley, supermarket, post office and just about all you need.
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