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Neptune, NJ vs Newark, DE

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Are people in Newark older or younger than people in Neptune?
- The Median Age in Newark is 23.5 years younger than in Neptune.

Are housing costs cheaper in Newark or Neptune?
- Newark housing costs are 30.8% less expensive than Neptune housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Newark or Neptune?
- The average commute for residents of Newark is 2.5 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Neptune.

Things to do in Neptune?
Neptune, NJ rests on the Jersey Shore giving visitors direct access to beaches for swimming & surfing perfect for summertime fun combined with several entertainment venues featuring attractions such as mini golf games & carnivals open all year round! Residents have easy access to abundance of shopping options such as nearby Peddler's Village — a charming retail complex offering 180 different stores!

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.

 Neptune, NJNewark, DEUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,393329,725,481
 Median Income$85,759  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock22.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$470,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time24.97  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Neptune    3 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

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Over 14 years ago

My children have just started school in Neptune and I will be taking them out due the extreme poor performance of the schools. See the NJ department of education web  More

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I grew up in Neptune twp. I spent all of my childhood and part of my early adult life there. I had a great life there. I would call it Lower to middle class suburban  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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