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New Rochelle, NY vs Ridgewood, NJ

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Are people in Ridgewood older or younger than people in New Rochelle?
- The Median Age in Ridgewood is 0.7 years older than in New Rochelle.

Are housing costs cheaper in Ridgewood or New Rochelle?
- Ridgewood housing costs are 14.9% more expensive than New Rochelle housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Ridgewood or New Rochelle?
- The average commute for residents of Ridgewood is 7.0 minutes longer 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 Ridgewood?
Ridgewood, New Jersey is a charming village in Bergen County, just miles from the George Washington Bridge. It boasts a mix of old and new with its quaint downtown area lined with colonial homes, shops, and restaurants. Ridgewood offers an enviable suburban lifestyle with excellent schools, lush parks and recreational activities. Boasting close proximity to Manhattan while still offering the peacefulness of small-town living, Ridgewood is an ideal place for families looking to settle down and enjoy life.

 New Rochelle, NYRidgewood, NJUnited States
 Population  Unlock25,991329,725,481
 Median Income$87,159  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock41.538.4
 Avg. Home Price$781,900  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.5%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 Ridgewood    6 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

Great place to live and  More

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Over 16 years ago

Ridgewood, a suburb of NYC, is an ideal bedroom community. This well-established upscale community is located 30 minutes from Manhattan (by car), and is easily  More

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Over 18 years ago

One of the most beautiful places to live outside New York  More

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