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New Rochelle, NY vs Hackensack, NJ

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Are people in Hackensack older or younger than people in New Rochelle?
- The Median Age in Hackensack is 1.1 years younger than in New Rochelle.

Are housing costs cheaper in Hackensack or New Rochelle?
- Hackensack housing costs are 52.0% less expensive than New Rochelle housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Hackensack or New Rochelle?
- The average commute for residents of Hackensack is 0.9 minutes shorter than it is for residents of New Rochelle.

Things to do in New Rochelle?
New Rochelle, New York lies in Westchester County providing visitors easy access to both modern venues such as The Loft at City Council as well as classic landmarks like Thomas Paine Cottage Museum.

Things to do in Hackensack?
Hackensack, New Jersey is a city located in Bergen County. The city offers numerous parks and recreational opportunities including Hackensack Riverfront Park and Fields Pond Nature Preserve.

 New Rochelle, NYHackensack, NJUnited States
 Population  Unlock45,723329,725,481
 Median Income$87,159  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$781,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time32.14  Unlock26.38
Reviews for New Rochelle    2 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

I recently moved out of new rochelle because i wanted to get my own home for me it was hard because i couldn't afford a house there i love new rochelle and i wish it was  More

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the cost of living in new rochelle is high i used to be a resident but i visit the city about 2-3 times a month besides the high cost of living the city has alot to  More

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Reviews for Hackensack    3 Reviews

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Over 17 years ago

Hackensack has a big city feel but on a smaller scale-there are restaurants, shops to fit every lifestyle and taste. There are some negatives too. High property taxes-  More

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Over 19 years ago

Although becoming a more metro area, I do feel safe even during the late  More

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