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Hackettstown, NJ vs Newark, DE

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Are people in Newark older or younger than people in Hackettstown?
- The Median Age in Newark is 15.6 years younger than in Hackettstown.

Are housing costs cheaper in Newark or Hackettstown?
- Newark housing costs are 18.1% less expensive than Hackettstown housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Newark or Hackettstown?
- The average commute for residents of Newark is 5.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Hackettstown.

Things to do in Hackettstown?
This small town in Warren County is known for its rich history, traditional village charm and close proximity to the Delaware Water Gap. Popular attractions include the Hackettstown Historical Museum, the Allamuchy Mountain State Park and Majestic Theater.

Things to do in Newark?
Newark, DE is located in New Castle County and provides its residents with access to nearby Wilmington attractions plus several unique destinations of its own including the Newark Reservoir.

 Hackettstown, NJNewark, DEUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,393329,725,481
 Median Income$79,621  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock22.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$397,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time28.23  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Hackettstown    3 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

Lovely little town with active college life at Cententary College. New theater at the college offers many choices culturally. Town could use a little improvement;  More

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Over 17 years ago

I can't afford and don't choose to live near the congested area in North Eastern New Jersey where I work. It is a great place to come home to each night after a hard  More

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Over 19 years ago

First the good about New Jersey, the "Garden State" of our nation. NJ is a great state for employment opportunities, top-notch medical care is available in both NJ and  More

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Reviews for Newark    8 Reviews

Over 13 years ago

Generally, Delaware public schools are dreadful. Most people that can afford it choose to invest in their child or children by sending them anywhere but to a Delaware  More

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I have lived in Newark for 27 years. My great-grandmother owned the Windy Hills development when it was a farm, and my father even grew up in the same house that I did.  More

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I am thinking of moving to Newark, but wanted to know if commuting to Philly is possible, especially outside of 9-5 hours. I see PATCO runs to Newark, but I don't know  More

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