Montclair, New Jersey
Your Complete Local Guide to Montclair NJ
Restaurants, schools, contractors, events, and real estate — everything you need to live in Montclair.
A+
Niche Grade
40,341
Population
$151K
Median Income
$906K
Home Value
Montclair NJ Report Card
A
Public Schools
A+
Good for Families
A
Nightlife
A-
Diversity
A
Health & Fitness
A
Outdoor Activities
B+
Commute
B
Jobs
B-
Crime & Safety
C+
Housing
C
Cost of Living
C+
Weather
Data sourced from Niche.com
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