Moving to Paramus
Everything you need to know before buying in Paramus, Bergen County.
Why Move Here?
- ●Unparalleled shopping convenience with major retail centers minutes away
- ●Strong public school system with high graduation rates
- ●Sunday blue laws create a peaceful residential atmosphere one day per week
- ●Excellent highway access via Routes 4, 17, and the Garden State Parkway
- ●Beautiful Van Saun County Park with zoo and recreation
- ●Active community with numerous youth sports and recreation programs
Commute to NYC
Primary Method
Bus (NJ Transit)
Duration
35-55 minutes
Bus Routes
144, 148, 155, 157, 163, 165
Multiple NJ Transit bus routes serve Paramus with direct service to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Midtown Manhattan. Route 163 is the most popular. Park-and-ride facilities are available. Driving to the George Washington Bridge takes approximately 20-30 minutes without traffic.
Cost of Living
Paramus has a high cost of living driven primarily by property taxes and housing costs, though it is relatively moderate compared to some neighboring Bergen County towns.
vs. NJ State Average
About 15% above the New Jersey average
vs. National Average
Approximately 40% above the national average
Pros
- +World-class shopping and retail within minutes
- +Strong public schools with good test scores
- +Quiet Sundays thanks to blue laws
- +Excellent park system including Van Saun Park
- +Good highway access for commuting
- +Relatively moderate home prices for Bergen County
Cons
- –Heavy traffic on Routes 4 and 17, especially on Saturdays
- –High property taxes typical of Bergen County
- –Commercial development along highways can feel congested
- –Limited nightlife and walkable downtown area
- –Blue laws restrict Sunday shopping convenience