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Boynton Beach, FL vs Plainfield, NJ

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Are people in Plainfield older or younger than people in Boynton Beach?
- The Median Age in Plainfield is 6.9 years younger than in Boynton Beach.

Are housing costs cheaper in Plainfield or Boynton Beach?
- Plainfield housing costs are 4.8% less expensive than Boynton Beach housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Plainfield or Boynton Beach?
- The average commute for residents of Plainfield is 5.8 minutes longer than it is for residents of Boynton Beach.

Things to do in Boynton Beach?
Boynton Beach Florida lies in Palm Beach County providing locals and tourists with beaches like Ocean Inlet Park or eateries along Ocean Avenue all the way up to Woolbright Road.

Things to do in Plainfield?
Plainfield, NJ is a quaint urban community in Union County with a population of just over 50,000 people. Plainfield features a mix of small-town charm and city-style amenities. Highlights include a charming downtown area with plenty of shopping and dining options as well as Green Brook Park where residents can enjoy outdoor activities such as walking, biking and picnicking. With easy access to nearby cities like Newark and New York City, Plainfield offers the best of both worlds for those looking for an urban escape without sacrificing any big city luxuries.

 Boynton Beach, FLPlainfield, NJUnited States
 Population  Unlock54,183329,725,481
 Median Income$60,980  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock34.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$420,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock11.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.06  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Boynton Beach    17 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

In Boynton Beach since three years. Loud and dirty, road are unsafe for bicyclists!  More

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I live in Boynton and every year it gets worse down here... The heat has been unbearable for months and the city is overcrowded! A simple errand can take much longer  More

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Over 10 years ago

The climate is not bad. Mild winters but hot and humid summers. Hurricanes, but no snow and ice storms. Cost of living is a little too high, as is population density.  More

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Reviews for Plainfield    4 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

This city is not as bad as your Newark or Trenton, although it does have it's problems, murder rate is up in 08, and the primary gangs around town are the Bloods and  More

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Over 18 years ago

Just like anywhere else,there are good and bad areas in Plainfield. I would be careful on the West End, however the East end has beautiful homes that are in the millions  More

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Over 19 years ago

I and my wife moved here about 1.5 yrs ago. We are both professionals, and while we realize that Plainfield has its problems, it is not the cesspool so many think it is.  More

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