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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Garfield, NJ vs Princeton, NJ

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Are people in Princeton older or younger than people in Garfield?
- The Median Age in Princeton is 9.4 years younger than in Garfield.

Are housing costs cheaper in Princeton or Garfield?
- Princeton housing costs are 100.2% more expensive than Garfield housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Princeton or Garfield?
- The average commute for residents of Princeton is 1.1 minutes longer than it is for residents of Garfield.

Things to do in Garfield?
Garfield NJ rests north Newark and is home to several attractions such as the Driscoll County Museum offering an amazing collection of art pieces plus a variety of eateries with flavors from all around world!

Things to do in Princeton?
Princeton NJ rests southwest Trenton boasting an array of entertainment options from bowling alleys, movie theaters plus even laser tag arenas all great ways to keep family busy in addition to easy access wonderful parks for picnics or running.

 Garfield, NJPrinceton, NJUnited States
 Population  Unlock30,717329,725,481
 Median Income$66,296  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock28.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$433,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time26.8  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Garfield    1 Reviews
Alex · Paramus, NJ
Used to be.....
Over 18 years ago

Garfield used to be a really great town to live in. It's been at a constant rate of decline for the past 20 years. It seems it keeps getting worse and worse every year.  More

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Reviews for Princeton    5 Reviews
Philip · Princeton, NJ
College towns are in a class by themselves
Over 15 years ago

Many cities have colleges in them, but Princeton's character and quality of life are very deeply influenced by having such an outstanding school contributing to all  More

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Abhd · Princeton, NJ
Quick response to crime
Over 16 years ago

police are very quick to respond and resolve crime problems. very safe place to live. when you feel safe, all other issues are  More

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katherine  · Princeton, NJ
Homes are Always in Demand!
Over 17 years ago

You'll never lose on a real estate investment in Princeton. It has that cache that people always desire. McCarter Theatre, University concerts, fine dining, great  More

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