| | Chester, PA | Westfield, NJ | United States |
| Overall | 106.9 | 129.5 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 97.6 | 110.8 | 100 |
| Health | 101.0 | 97.5 | 100 |
| Housing | 26.8 | 291.7 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $92,000 | $935,200 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 10,730.0% | 10,490.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 118.3 | 154.2 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 128.9 | 110.4 | 100 |
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Reviews for Chester 
7 Reviews
EVEN THOUGH THIS IS A SMALL TOWN, THE TRANSPORTATION IS CONVENIENT FOR ALL MODES OR LINKS TO ALL AREAS OUTSIDE THE More
The people are the problem in Chester PA. Probably 97% of the poplulation abuses drugs. Many of the people that live there aide the drug dealers because they grew up More
25% of the population living below the poverty line, at times the drop out rate from the high school has been 50% (which explains why 25% of adults over 18 don't have a More
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Reviews for Westfield 8 Reviews
Looking for a simpler life - taxes too high in New More
As a resident for over 10 years, overall I have to say that Westfield is one of the most beautiful towns to live in within commuting distance to NYC! Here is a little More
My family and I have been here for 11 years! Housing is expensive, but that is really the only downside (and snow!!!)
Seriously, it is beautiful, clean, with great More
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