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Keansburg, NJ vs Perth Amboy, NJ

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Are people in Perth Amboy older or younger than people in Keansburg?
- The Median Age in Perth Amboy is 8.0 years younger than in Keansburg.

Are housing costs cheaper in Perth Amboy or Keansburg?
- Perth Amboy housing costs are 26.2% more expensive than Keansburg housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Perth Amboy or Keansburg?
- The average commute for residents of Perth Amboy is 14.0 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Keansburg.

Things to do in Keansburg?
Keansburg is an incorporated town situated within Monmouth County, New Jersey featuring plenty of attractions such as exploring its multiple trails ideal for biking or jogging plus nearby Pier Village provides amazing views close by. There are also several locally owned stores and eateries providing unique items or delicious cuisine great for any budget during their stay here!

Things to do in Perth Amboy?
Perth Amboy, NJ is home to more than 50,000 residents and lies in Middlesex County on the Raritan Bay side of the Arthur Kill waterway across from Staten Island. Perth Amboy features numerous parks such as Waterfront park where visitors can enjoy views of New York City's skyline and take part in different activities or go kayaking or fishing off its pier. Additionally Perth Amboy contains many historic sites dating back to colonial times that are available for tourists to visit year-round.

 Keansburg, NJPerth Amboy, NJUnited States
 Population  Unlock55,046329,725,481
 Median Income$76,101  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock35.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$299,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock12.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time37.62  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Keansburg    2 Reviews

Over 14 years ago

I recently took a ride through Keansburg and unfortunately I was not impressed at all..in fact quite the opposite... it's not the place to raise a family or live if you  More

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Over 15 years ago

Dear Sirs Someone wrote me and asked me to go to your Website and read about Keansburg, N.J. 07734, well I did and I can't believe you don't check your information out  More

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Reviews for Perth Amboy    3 Reviews

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Its a place that  More

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Over 18 years ago

The housing cost is very high. Compare to what the average salary is. Most young people cant afford to live by themselves so they stay at home till they marry or have a  More

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Over 19 years ago

It's getting to expensive to live here in Perth Amboy and all of NJ for that matter!! All the New Yorkers coming here to escape their high cost of living is driving our  More

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