Ridgewood

Blending historic charm with urban conveniences.
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Welcome to Ridgewood

 
Blending historic charm with urban conveniences, the village of Ridgewood is spread out among its many small neighborhoods—each with its own unique flavor, from the sweeping New York City skyline views in The Heights, to Scrabbletown’s tranquil Ho-Ho-Kus Brook. The village's 25,000 residents can commute to New York City in about 55 minutes.
 
The vibrant, walkable downtown district offers a range of shops, diverse restaurants and historic architectural gems such as the California Mission Revival-style train station and the Moore and Wilsey buildings. 
 
Catty-corner to downtown, the Schoolhouse Museum invites visitors to step back in time and view the one-room schoolhouse built back in 1872. Another noteworthy attraction, the James Rose Center for Architecture and Landscape Design is carefully tucked behind abundant lush foliage. 
 
Residents can head to the village’s multiple parks and athletic fields to get some exercise and admire the changing leaves, bask in the sun or make snowballs, depending on the season. The Ridgewood Wild Duck Pond includes a circular walking path, perfect for admiring wildlife, having a picnic or enjoying a leisurely bike ride.
 
The village’s Shade Tree Division plants, prunes and removes the many trees found throughout the local streets and public roadways, and maintains the greenery in parks and on other public grounds.

Overview for Ridgewood, NJ

25,991 people live in Ridgewood, where the median age is 41.5 and the average individual income is $88,443. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

25,991

Total Population

41.5 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$88,443

Average individual Income

Around Ridgewood, NJ

There's plenty to do around Ridgewood, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
57
Bikeable
Bike Score
49
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Society Men, Dance A Lot Ballroom Studio, and Fit Healthy and Fabulous.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Shopping 4.37 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.36 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.68 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.96 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.89 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Ridgewood, NJ

Ridgewood has 8,651 households, with an average household size of 2.98. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Ridgewood do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 25,991 people call Ridgewood home. The population density is 4,526.8 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

25,991

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41.5

Median Age

48.93 / 51.07%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
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8,651

Total Households

2.98

Average Household Size

$88,443

Average individual Income

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60+ Minutes

Schools in Ridgewood, NJ

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The following schools are within or nearby Ridgewood. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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