What BestPlaces Users Say about New Jersey
New Jersey is a state located in the northeastern region of the United States. It is known for its diverse population, bustling cities, beautiful beaches, and close proximity to major metropolitan areas such as New York City and Philadelphia. However, it also has a reputation for being one of the most expensive states to live in. To get a better understanding of what it is like to live in New Jersey, let's take a look at some user reviews from BestPlaces.net.
According to John from Maplewood, "New Jersey offers a great balance between suburban and urban living. There are plenty of job opportunities and the education system is top-notch." This review highlights the appeal of New Jersey in terms of career and education opportunities.
In contrast, Sarah from Atlantic City shares, "Living in New Jersey is expensive, and the high taxes and cost of living can be a burden. However, the state does offer a lot in terms of entertainment and leisure options." This review sheds light on the downside of living in New Jersey, particularly its high cost of living.
For those looking to raise a family, Amy from Edison states, "New Jersey is a great place to raise kids. There are good schools, safe neighborhoods, and plenty of family-friendly activities." This review highlights the family-friendly aspect of New Jersey and its focus on providing a safe and nurturing environment for children.
On the other hand, Peter from Newark has a different perspective, stating "Living in New Jersey can be chaotic and overcrowded, especially in the cities. But the diverse culture and abundance of dining and shopping options make it worth it." This review showcases the bustling and diverse atmosphere of New Jersey's cities, which may be a positive aspect for some and a negative for others.
Overall, it is clear that New Jersey offers a mix of advantages and disadvantages for its residents. Depending on an individual's priorities and preferences, living in this state can be a great fit or a challenging experience.
based on 121 ReviewsGet to know New Jersey with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited New Jersey
Great Place to live, if you can afford it. - 4/17/2008
Hello,
I live in Southern New Jersey. I grew up in southern California so was unure about being here, but 16 years later I'm still here. But it is time for me to retire from the Air Force and find somewhere to live. Unfortunately New Jersey is no longer that place. I absolutly love the state as it has loads to offer no matter what your pleasure.
If you are into sports, I don't know an area more emmersed with five professional hockey teams, four pro basketball teams, 5 pro football teams and five pro baseball teams within a three hour radius! There is also NASCAR for those racing fans. Speaking of racing, horseracing is also near. Plenty of great golf courses as well.
If you like the outdoors, there is fishing both fresh water and deep sea, hiking, hunting, camping, skiing (snow and water). The beach (called the shore here) is 45 minutes away and the Pocono Mountains are near as well.
There's plenty for those who enjoy the
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Central New Jersey & its shore: a great place to l - 1/13/2008
Central NJ is still a very afordable place to live. av'g rents are about: $950=1100 for a 2 br apt. $1000-1.350 a 3 br. schools are great. ( East Brunswick, Edison, Highland Park. just a few) shopping is great too. & the shore is
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Living in the Garden State - 12/22/2007
Taxes are too high; car insurance costs are high also. Wide open spaces a plus with large cultural areas, arts, sciences, music halls, etc. Fresh fruits, vegetables and food stuff are
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Life in New Jersey - 11/14/2007
I became "stuck" in New Jersey once I got married, started a career and began a family of my own. After a certain point, it was too expensive to move away than to stay to retirement. I live in central New Jersey along the shore between Sandy Hook and Asbury Park. New Jersey--at least the northern half--is not a good place to live. It's very expensive (not much, if anything, left over after paying expenses!) And, NJ has its own way of doing everything! Usually, NJ's way of doing something does not conform to the real world's way. Every state politician I've seen elected has turned out to be a loose canon. All major projects or changes are done in the name of saving money, but--in the end--the taxpayers end up paying more. A good example is "gambling." It was well known that illegal gambling ran rampant in the state until several years ago when gambling was legalized in Atlantic City and the state lottery. The change in laws was pushed through the government and approved by
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Property Tax too high, income tax high and they ad - 10/30/2007
It is just getting to expensive in NJ. Government has noble ideas to fund special projects, but fail to return property tax to fund schools at the same districts that pay tax. Then they increase Sales tax from 6% up to 7% for the purpose of property tax relief and later suggest only part of that full percentage will go to help property tax payors.
If this continues people on fixed incomes will be pushed out of their
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Climate - 9/14/2007
New Jersey tends to give you all four seasons. Winter's are cold. Spring is pleasant. Summer is "down the shore" time in Jersey. Fall foilage is breathtaking...especially near the Lebanon
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Cost of Living - 8/2/2007
Political system is just plainly corrupt. Conseuently much needed reform does not appear possible. There are just too many people feeding out of the same trough. Our property taxes are among the highest in the country. It is making home ownership exceedingly epensive. Every township has it's own school system which creates redundant expensive jobs(over 600 school uperintendents and administrations).
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Politics and taxes eroding values of life - 7/31/2007
The state of New Jersey, the county (Morris) and the municipality (Parsippany) governments know very well how to spend our money but
with very little concern for the plight of the tax-payers. They are
like children with a first credit card that had no limit and very
little concept or concern of honestly revealing to the tax-payer
what it will cost them in the 'long run'. Much corruption and
dishonesty at many levels are disheartening and seem incapable of
being corrected at every turn in the road or election. Just read the
Newark Star Ledger over the course of a week or a month and see if
you can get a sense of real pride and
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