This is a quaint northeastern township in suburban New Jersey.
Cultural Attractions
Votee Park presents free outdoor movies and a summer band concert series.
Fun Fact
Although the exact origin of "Teaneck" is not known, experts agree that it is likely Indian in orgin and may mean "place where there are woods."
Geography
This small township is located slightly northwest of New York City.
Historical
In 1965 Teaneck become the first town in America, with a white majority, to vote for schools to be integrated.
Recreation
Teaneck Creek Conservancy is a new 46-acre park with trails for walking, jogging, and nature observation in a beautiful forest. It also offers outdoor environmental programs including trailside art exhibitions, nature and history walks.
Location Details
Weather
Average January high/low temperature (?)
38 ° / 26.2 °
Average July high/low temperature (?)
84.2 ° / 68.8 °
Precipitation (?)
49.69 in. /yr.
Index score for various storm types (?)
91
Cost of Living
Median home price (?)
$ 425,000
Median household income (?)
$79804.0
Maximum state income tax (?)
8.97 %
State sales tax (?)
7 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?)
.826 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?)
11
Number of private golf courses within the county (?)
11
Number of sports teams within the county (?)
2
Number of movie theaters within the county (?)
14
Number of libraries within the county (?)
67
Number of museums within the county (?)
14
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?)
4
Population & Demographics
Total population (?)
39,804
Population density (?)
6,634 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?)
22.8% growth
Population over 55 (?)
10,479 people
Education (?)
31 % have a college degree
Health
Number of hospitals within the county (?)
27
Number of clinics within the county (?)
63
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?)
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