Ho-Ho-Kus vs Ridgewood
Two popular NJ suburbs of New York City, side by side. Here's how they compare on the metrics that matter most to families.
School rating
10/10
10/10
Commute to New York City
53 min
55 min
Median home price
$950K
$1.2M
Annual property tax
$20K
$25K
Walk score
58
74
Density
suburban
suburban
Summary: Ho-Ho-Kus leads in 3 of 6 metrics. It edges out on commute to new york city, median home price, annual property tax. The best choice depends on your family's priorities.
Character & vibe
Ho-Ho-Kus
Bergen County's most charming small borough. A tiny footprint with a big reputation — the schools feed Ridgewood, and the community pride is genuine.
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Ridgewood
New England town feel. Families come for the schools and stay forever.
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Who should pick which?
Pick Ho-Ho-Kus if you...
- ·Want the shortest commute to New York City
- ·Need to keep your home budget in check
- ·Want lower annual property taxes
Pick Ridgewood if you...
- ·Value walkability and a pedestrian-friendly downtown
- ·Drawn to the quiet character
Still deciding?
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