Fair Lawn, NJ
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 32,178 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | High |
Geography
Fair Lawn is located in the northeastern corner of New Jersey, north of Newark.
Cultural Attractions
The city has a number of historical sites, including the old Dutch House Tavern and the Garreston Forge and Farm Restoration.
Recreation
Fair Lawn has a new community center with many activities.
Historical
The city was known as "Slooterdam," which the Dutch settlers used to describe the city's V-shaped dam and surrounding area, until about 1791.
Economy
The city's last remaining farm was developed into apartments in 1998.
| Population [details] | 32,178 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 61.7% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 1096.43 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 49.30% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 37.47 °F/19.09 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 84.2 °F/62.79 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 44.72 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 23 |
| Cost of living [details] | 118.3 |
| State sales tax | 7.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | New York (17.37 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | TETERBORO (6.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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