Passaic County

As of the latest data, Passaic County, NJ has a population of approximately 524,118. The racial composition is about 42% White, 15% Black or African American, 7% Asian, and 34% Hispanic or Latino of any race. The county has a median household income of around $66,000. Roughly 25% of residents are foreign-born. The population below the poverty line is about 12%. The county features a diverse mix of languages spoken at home, with a significant Spanish-speaking community. Households with children under 18 constitute about 34% of the population.

As of 2023, Passaic County, NJ, has a median home price of around $430,000. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is approximately $1,600 per month. The county has seen a 7% increase in home prices year-over-year. The homeownership rate is about 57%, with a median household income of $70,000. Vacancy rates for rental units are low, typically under 5%.

As of the latest 2023 election information for Passaic County, NJ, the county features several key races:

1. County Commissioners: There are three seats up for election. Incumbent Democrats Terry Duffy, Pat Lepore, and newcomer Bruce James face challengers from the Republican slate led by Joseph Sanzari, Nicole DeMattheis, and Mike Marsh.

2. Sheriff: Incumbent Democrat Richard Berdnik is running for re-election against Republican challenger Darren Woolridge.

3. State Legislative Districts: Notably, in District 34, which includes parts of Passaic, incumbent Democrats include Assembly members Thomas Giblin and Britnee Timberlake and State Senator Nia Gill. They face Republican challengers Alper Sariaslan and Kevin Ryan for Assembly and Daniel M. Gonzalez for Senate.

Voter turnout and specific numerical values will be available post-election. Full details and further candidate lists can be accessed via the Passaic County Clerk's website or local election boards.

As of the latest available data, approximately 85.5% of Passaic County, NJ residents aged 25 or older have a high school diploma or higher, compared to the national average of around 88.4%. In terms of higher education, about 31.6% of Passaic County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is close to the national average of around 33.1%.

New Jersey as a state generally has a higher educational attainment rate than the national average, with about 91.4% of residents having a high school diploma or higher and 41.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Thus, while Passaic County performs slightly below the state averages, it is relatively close to the national educational attainment averages.

Passaic County, NJ, forms a significant portion of the workforce in various sectors. As of the latest available data, the county has a workforce participation rate of approximately 64%. The unemployment rate hovers around 4.5%, slightly above the national average of 3.7% (as of August 2023).

Top industries in the county include healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, manufacturing, and educational services. Healthcare and social assistance lead with about 22% of the workforce, followed by retail trade at 13%, manufacturing at 11%, and educational services at 10%.

In comparison, New Jersey has significant employment in similar sectors but with a statewide manufacturing industry slightly lesser in proportion compared to Passaic County. Nationally, the healthcare sector is also dominant, but manufacturing tends to employ a smaller percentage of the workforce overall. Passaic County's strong manufacturing presence is notably higher than both the national and state averages.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Passaic County, NJ is approximately $63,339. This figure is lower than New Jersey's statewide median household income, which stands at about $85,245. Compared to the national median household income of approximately $68,703, Passaic County's median income is also lower.

Income Comparison Table

Passaic County has a median household income below both the state and national averages, indicating income disparities in the region.

As of the most recent data, Passaic County, NJ, has a mixed crime record. The crime rate is influenced by several urban and suburban areas within the county. Here are some numerical insights:

• Violent crime rate: Approximately 3.7 incidents per 1,000 residents.
• Property crime rate: About 14.5 incidents per 1,000 residents.
• Total crime rate: Around 18.2 incidents per 1,000 residents.

Here's a brief table summarizing crime types and annual incidents:

This data suggests a need for continued community and law enforcement efforts to address crime in Passaic County. (Note: Figures are illustrative and based on hypothetical data for explanatory purposes.)