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Washington Township is located in northeast New Jersey in the Pascack Valley region of Bergen County. Like most Bergen County cities, Washington Township is an affluent and secure bedroom community. According To 2007 census estimates, there were 9,670 people living in Washington Township. Washington Township forms part of the New York-Northern New Jersey-Long Island Metropolitan Area.
Residents of Washington Township enjoy nearby access to shopping, dining, recreation and entertainment options. It is only 15 miles northwest of New York City, offering any amenities that residents cannot find right here in town. Washington Township is a wonderful upscale community that is ideal for families with children as well as active adults. Washington offers a variety of housing options for different tastes and lifestyles as well as a variety of parks and open spaces where neighbors can meet and enjoy the outdoors. Washington has low property and violent crime rates making it a tranquil and peaceful community with genuine small town charm.
Schools in Washington spend almost twice as much ($10,028 per/pupil) as the national average ($6,058 per/pupil). The student/teacher ratio is low (15:1) and almost 95% of students graduate High School.
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