The map shows where residents in Journal Square and surrounding areas believe are the best places to live. Top areas are in dark green, with less-desired areas in red.
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The most desired areas tend to be in the west parts of the neighborhood, while more affordable homes are in the northeast regions.
Median house prices in Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ are $614,863, meaning Journal Square homes are much more expensive than the US median of $393,134. We also analyzed a significant sample of neighborhoods with similar populations and found homes in Journal Square cost about the same.
Comparing within Jersey City, Journal Square home prices are similar to the city's average of $620,131. These are the best neighborhoods as judged by the market: the places people most want to live. While these areas tend to have lower crime rates and higher quality of life, it is primarily a map of the best areas by median home value in Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ.
In regards to housing disparity, the quality of neighborhood within Journal Square varies greatly.
Schools are a key consideration for many movers. Using SchoolGrade data, Schools in Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ average a SchoolGrade of C- with 34% actual proficiency vs 38% projected. Overall, schools in Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ don't meet expectations.
Another important factor that contributes to the quality of life in any neighborhood is the availability and speed of internet services. A high-speed internet connection can significantly enhance day-to-day experiences, from working at home to streaming entertainment or even viewing interactive maps like these. For those interested in high speed internet in Journal Square, a visit to ispreports.org provides a comprehensive look at available internet providers.
Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis
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Updated 2023 using the most recent data available (2021)