Moving to Wyckoff
Everything you need to know before buying in Wyckoff, Bergen County.
Why Move Here?
- ●Highly rated K-8 school district with strong performance metrics
- ●Safe, family-oriented community with low crime rates
- ●Convenient access to Route 208 and NJ-17 for commuting
- ●Charming town center with local shops and dining
- ●Beautiful residential neighborhoods with spacious lots
- ●Proximity to outdoor recreation at Ramapo Valley County Reservation
Commute to NYC
Primary Method
NJ Transit Bus or drive to train station
Duration
55-75 minutes to midtown Manhattan by bus
Bus Routes
NJ Transit Bus 148, NJ Transit Bus 196
Wyckoff does not have its own train station. Most commuters drive to the Ridgewood or Waldwick NJ Transit stations for train service, or take the 148/196 bus routes which connect to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan. Drive to Ridgewood station is approximately 10 minutes.
Cost of Living
Wyckoff is an affluent Bergen County suburb with a cost of living well above state and national averages, primarily due to housing costs and property taxes.
vs. NJ State Average
Approximately 45% above the New Jersey state average
vs. National Average
Approximately 80% above the national average
Pros
- +Excellent public schools K through 12
- +Very safe, low-crime community
- +Spacious lots and well-maintained neighborhoods
- +Strong community spirit with active recreation programs
- +Good access to major highways (Route 208, NJ-17)
Cons
- –High property taxes typical of Bergen County
- –No direct train service — must drive to nearby stations
- –Limited nightlife and entertainment options
- –Home prices above regional averages
- –Town center is small compared to neighboring Ridgewood