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Paterson Area Facts

  • Paterson has a Livability Score of 73/100, which is considered excellent
  • Paterson crime rates are 92% higher than the New Jersey average
  • Cost of living in Paterson is 5% lower than the New Jersey average
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Paterson, NJ - A historic City Trying to Reinvent Itself User Rating 3 rating By Anonymous ( May 06, 2010) I lived in Paterson for three years. It is truly a melting pot of cultures, allowing me to make friends from nearly every major cultural community. As third largest city in New Jersey, Paterson is a sprawling neighborhood of shops, attractions, restaurants, bars and nightclubs. A ...Read More lthough, I must admit that you will need to visit Manhattan for serious entertainment, which by the way is only about a 30-45 minute drive, depending on traffic conditions.

Last time I visited Paterson, there were mass renovations because Paterson has plenty of historic Beaux art style buildings. Apartment prices are relatively high compared to other parts of the County. Still, if you are looking for good value then find accommodation as far away from downtown Paterson, as possible. Alternately, if you have cash to spend then there can be nothing better than many historic apartment buildings which are a steal compared to other luxury accommodations in New Jersey.

Perhaps, everyone in Paterson falls in love with its famous, Great Falls. The 70 meter drop and adjacent electric power plant are one of the best attractions in New Jersey. Another interesting aspect of the city is its central location which provides easy access to night life in New York and recreational activities at Delaware River or Bear Mountain.

Due to many groups congregating in one place, crime is an issue in Paterson. Fortunately, I never faced any problems. My friends tell me that volunteers and Police Patrol have increased surveillance, which may provide incentives for people to relocate. Read Less
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      Paterson, NJ

      If you are planning to relocate to Paterson, NJ, then this might give you some insight on what to expect when you move make the move. Paterson is the third-largest city in New Jersey, and it sits on the Passaic River in New Jersey. In the past, it was among the famous industrial cities in the United States because it was the first industrial center in the country. It holds some of the United States' oldest businesses and textiles mills. Thus, it is known as the 'Silk City' because of its famous silk industries during the 19th century.

      If you are hoping to attend college, you can do so at the William Paterson College of New Jersey, which is in Wayne. Do you take an interest in historical monuments? You can visit the Paterson Museum, where you can find a collection of rocks from New Jersey and other ancient ruins from the United States. Some of the most impressive monuments you can find at the museum include the remains of the Holland I and Holland II submarines that sank in 1878 and 1881 at the Passaic. If you are hoping to catch a breather, you can visit some of the beautiful parks that provide recreational facilities. They include the Westside, Pennington Parks, and Eastside Park.

      There are also several neighborhood parks such as the Robert Clemente, People's Park, and Wrigley. The Great Falls of Passaic also acts as an excellent recreational center for the people in Paterson City. The city's transport system is quite diverse, and you can either travel by rail or by car. Paterson City's major road is Interstate 80, and there are several other State Routes such as 4, 19, and 20. There are also various feeder roads include the US Route 46, the Garden State Parkway, and other State routes such as 21, 208, 17, and 3.

      If you wish to use public transport, you can catch the train that uses the NJ Transit rail. The train station is at Downtown Patterson and serves people traveling to Hoboken. The NJ Transit provides public bus transport, and it helps people going to various locations in Passaic, such as Essex, Hudson, and Bergen. In case of a crime emergency, you can contact the Paterson Police Department. Others, such as fire and medical, are taken care of by the Paterson Fire Department. For medical emergency services, you can contact St. Joseph Regional Medical Center also provides other non-emergency services to Paterson and other surrounding neighborhoods.

      Paterson, NJ, City is a cosmopolitan area that has a diverse population comprised of immigrants from South Asia, Mexico, India, Bangladesh, and South Asia. Compared to other cities in the United States, this city has a large population of Muslims. The main drawback of living in this city is the high cost of living in comparison to other cities across the US.

      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Paterson? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Roberto Clemente Park
      Juan Pablo Duarte Plaza
      Barbour Park
      PCCC Alumni Quad
      21st Street Playground
      Federici Park
      Wrigley Park
      Wrigley Park

      Entertainment

      Fabian 8 Cinema
      The Hamilton Club
      Jacksonville
      Paterson Museum
      Hinchliffe Stadium
      Pietro and Maria Botto House;American Labor Museum
      Clifton Stadium
      Hawthorne Theaters

      Food & Drink

      Cepeda Beer Wine and Liquors
      Checkers
      Dunkin'
      Popeyes
      White Castle
      Wendy's
      McDonald's
      Taco Bell/Pizza Hut

      D+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Paterson? Of all people who commute, 8.6% take public transportation in Paterson.
      Drive to Work
      66%

      10% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      9%

      4% higher than the US average

      Walk to Work
      4%

      1% higher than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Paterson a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      Farmacia del Pueblo II
      Walgreens
      Health Care Pharmacy

      Doctors