2021 Best Places to Live in Sussex County

Lake Mohawk

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 3.59 out of 5  17 reviews

Current Resident: To the idiot who doesn't like this town... Good thing you no longer live there... Best town to raise a family...
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• grade A minus

• grade A

• 8,999 Population

Stanhope

• Suburb in New Jersey
• Rating 3.88 out of 5  17 reviews

Current Resident: I like living in Byram- my address is technically Stanhope, since we're so close to the neighboring town. I like how the town has everything I need in such a local distance; a Dollar General, a pizza place, Dunkin Donuts, etc. It makes it easy to go out, but to save your gas money at the same time!
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• grade B+

• grade B+

• 3,346 Population

Fredon Township

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 3.71 out of 5  7 reviews

Current Resident: Beautiful, pastoral and charming countryside. Highly recommend! Fredon is a quaint town, nestled in North West, N.J. Offers many outdoor activities for any nature enthusiast, including, trails connected to the Appalachian Mountains, campgrounds and lakes. Wonderful town for any family.
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• grade B

• grade B+

• 3,197 Population

Highland Lakes

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 3.8 out of 5  5 reviews

Current Resident: After growing up in Bergen county all my life I absolutely love living here. It's far away enough from the hustle and bustle but still close enough to commute to when necessary. We spend our winter on the mountain at Mountain Creek and our spring, summer and fall hiking and on the lake. I'm not really sure how they calculated that outdoor activities score, but it should be a lot higher. People are incredibly friendly and the lake community always has classes and groups to join all year round.
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• grade B

• grade B

• 5,098 Population

Montague Township

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 3.36 out of 5  14 reviews

Current Resident: I think that Montague is full of many lovely people. There is a good sense of community in this town. There is nature everywhere, and many recreational spots for activities. The town hall even has a Montague Day! I think there is a lot of drama with the school, and I think that divides the town a little. It isn't very diverse, most of its residents are white, and the country club does seem a little separate from the rest of the town. This said, there are many lovely houses and ample roads for running or biking. It is safe, and there is no traffic. Overall, it is a very nice place to live!
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• grade B

• grade B+

• 3,681 Population

Hardyston Township

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 4.2 out of 5  10 reviews

Current Resident: Down to earth people, lower taxes and close to parks & hiking. Great commuter location! We have access to fairgrounds, horse trails, fresh produce stands, swimming, shopping & great people.
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• grade B

• grade B minus

• 7,849 Population

Andover Township

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 4.08 out of 5  13 reviews

Current Resident: Nice and quiet. Neighbors are really considerate. beautiful land, if you like greenery and trackers. Small and doesn't have it's own high school. Newton High School is the nearest.
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• grade B

• grade C+

• 5,949 Population

Newton

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 3.45 out of 5  29 reviews

Nearby Resident: Newton is a historical town. Very small and nicely located close to Pennsylvania Border. I think that if more people were willing to take a "leap of faith" and invest some money into the town of Newton, it could actually become a very nice place to go for shopping, entertainment and really good restaurants. Some of the areas around Spring Street have some very beautiful old Victorian homes. The town has unbelievable potential. It really surprises me that more people haven't invested in some of the older buildings and turned them into successful businesses. There are some great restaurants in Newton that are reminiscent of places you would only find in Manhattan (Bula, Andre's). Maybe it has something to do with the fact that Newton is the county seat. This is a town that is on the cusp of becoming "the place to be".
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• grade B

• grade B

• 7,910 Population

Hopatcong

• Suburb in New Jersey
• Rating 3.56 out of 5  50 reviews

Current Resident: I love Hopatcong. It is a small, close knit town that comes together in times of need. We live on the largest lake in New Jersey and it is the most beautiful scene. My family in particular runs a toy drive for our community around Christmas time to collect for the less fortunate and it is heart warming to see all of the members of this community come out and support each other. When one person in our town is down, everyone is there to pick them up, and that is what makes this town so special.
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• grade B minus

• grade C+

• 14,281 Population

Hamburg

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 3.14 out of 5  14 reviews

Current Resident: I would like more local things to do such as events to go, to concerts, etc. More things are needed for kids and families to do together. It also would be nice to have more affordable living because it can be a little expensive around here.
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• grade B minus

• grade C+

• 3,148 Population

Ogdensburg

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 4.29 out of 5  7 reviews

Current Resident: Having lived in the city all my life moving to Ogdensburg was the single best decision I made for myself and my family. Commuting to my city job is a breeze with options from buses to Midtown, trains to either Up or Downtown, or driving all the way. The people here are lovely. Absolutely zero crime. Schoolsbare nearby. The Police, EMTs and Volunteer Fire Department are outstanding. Shopping and restaurants are abundant in the surrounding towns keeping our town traffic free. You can hike, bike, kayak, fish, ski, jog, or walk everywhere safely. But the very best part is the beauty of nature, the clean air, and the peace and quiet. We absolutely love it here.
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• grade B minus

• grade B minus

• 2,317 Population

Wantage Township

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 3.77 out of 5  13 reviews

Current Resident: Wantage is a great town to live in. Residents are very friendly, lots of outdoor activities for children.
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• grade B minus

• grade B minus

• 10,925 Population

Lafayette Township

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 4 out of 5  3 reviews

Current Resident: It is a small town full of life and agriculture. It is absolutely beautiful, and almost all of it is well-taken care of. The people are really sweet, and because of how small it is, you make long lasting relationships with schoolmates and neighbors.
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• grade C+

• grade B+

• 2,328 Population

Vernon Valley

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Current Resident: Best place and this website is obv not accurate. If you want COVID, traffic, crime, and no property go to the other towns LOL!!
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• grade C+

• grade B

• 1,448 Population

Franklin

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 3.33 out of 5  6 reviews

Niche User: I've lived in the same house in the same town all my life, and if I can stay forever I will! I love this town, and although some people are not quite good examples, the people of my neighborhood are for the most part fantastic! Beautiful area where hunting, fishing, farming, and gardening all have a place. The culture of the town is rich and interesting as well as the art scene. Some famous artists and bands were born in this area!
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• grade C

• grade B minus

• 4,778 Population

Sussex

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 3.41 out of 5  17 reviews

Former Resident: I had a great childhood in Sussex, but it has its flaws like anywhere else. A nice rural area, away from major highways and noise and traffic. But to get anywhere interesting you need to drive.
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• grade C minus

• grade B minus

• 1,870 Population

Sparta Township

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 4.24 out of 5  59 reviews

Current Resident: Sparta is a welcoming community with an excellent school system! The community holds several events throughout the year. The German Christmas Market is a popular event that hosts several vendors and attracts people from all over. Lake Mohawk is a beautiful lake with several family friendly beaches. There isn't a bad restaurant in town!
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• grade A

• grade A

• 18,720 Population

Green Township

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 4.5 out of 5  2 reviews

Current Resident: It is a very beautiful town with great scenery. There are lots of farms and open land. The houses and neighborhoods are very beautiful, as well. You can find a a variety of types of houses to live in. The people are very friendly and inviting. The only thing that could be better is the taxes, as well as the upkeep of the roads.
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• grade A minus

• grade A

• 3,484 Population

Byram Township

• Suburb in New Jersey
• Rating 3.88 out of 5  16 reviews

Current Resident: I like that it is surrounded by both big and small towns, while being on the smaller side. It has a combination of all social classes, could use a little more diversity in some areas. Has a lot of lakes and activities surrounding it. Right off of the highway so easy access to many places.
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• grade B+

• grade B+

• 7,974 Population

Vernon Township

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 3.23 out of 5  57 reviews

Former Resident: I grew up in Vernon and of all the places I've visited in the country, few places have this level of access to nature with close proximity to a major city (New York City). You can get to NYC in less than an hour, but spend your time in town on hiking trails, skiing/snowboarding, kayaking, swimming, biking... you name it! I consider it to be the most beautiful area in New Jersey. That said, it is still New Jersey. Taxes are a bit higher than other places, and traffic 30 minutes outside of Vernon can be intense. For the ideal balance of opportunities by a city and outdoor recreation, Vernon is the place!
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• grade B

• grade B

• 22,216 Population

Hampton Township

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 4.5 out of 5  4 reviews

Current Resident: Hampton Twp. is mostly a peaceful and quiet little town with a really good school system. There are plenty of hiking trails to explore, with nearby lake activity. A great town to raise a family!
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• grade B minus

• grade B+

• 4,879 Population

Sandyston Township

• Town in New Jersey

• grade B minus

• grade B+

• 1,999 Population

Stillwater Township

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 3 out of 5  7 reviews

Current Resident: I love the quietness of this town. It's a small town with a lot of history! Most people keep to themselves but are friendly. Roads are very well maintained especially in the winter. Taxes are reasonable.
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• grade B minus

• grade B+

• 3,911 Population

Frankford Township

• Town in New Jersey
• Rating 3.71 out of 5  7 reviews

Current Resident: I have lived here my whole life. Never had a problem, crime is low. The night life is pretty dull though.
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• grade B minus

• grade B+

• 5,340 Population

Crandon Lakes

• Town in New Jersey

• grade C+

• grade B+

• 1,252 Population