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Newark, DE vs Hackensack, NJ

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Are people in Hackensack older or younger than people in Newark?
- The Median Age in Hackensack is 17.0 years older than in Newark.

Are housing costs cheaper in Hackensack or Newark?
- Hackensack housing costs are 15.3% more expensive than Newark housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Hackensack or Newark?
- The average commute for residents of Hackensack is 8.8 minutes longer than it is for residents of Newark.

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.

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.

 Newark, DEHackensack, NJUnited States
 Population  Unlock45,723329,725,481
 Median Income$61,646  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.738.4
 Avg. Home Price$325,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock8.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time22.46  Unlock26.38
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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Reviews for Hackensack    3 Reviews

hello,welcome!  More

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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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