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Newark, NJ vs South Plainfield, NJ

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- South Plainfield has 4.0% more rainy days than Newark.
- South Plainfield has 1.0% more Sunny Days than Newark.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, South Plainfield scores 0.0% worse than Newark
 Newark, NJSouth Plainfield, NJUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock4938
 Snowfall26  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock118106
 Sunny206  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock8686
 Avg. Jan. Low23  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock7.27
 UV Index3.7  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock692443
Reviews for Newark    26 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

Newark is straight garbage.  More

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Newark's Ironbound is extremely dangerous, there is a lot of crime, the police are just good at hiding it. It usually doesn't happen on Ferry St., but does 1/2 block  More

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Over 13 years ago

I have worked and lived in Newark for 20 years. I raised 3 children. Two of my children went on to college, graudated with Accountant Degree and the other one in  More

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Reviews for South Plainfield    3 Reviews

Over 18 years ago

Environmentally conscious community. Great school system. Comfortable and safe recreation facilities and parks. Residents are consistently engaged in physical fitness  More

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located within a moments drive to all major hiways that are perfect for the easy commute. Public transportation either choose the bus line or train are conveinently  More

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Over 20 years ago

Closeness to NY and having a strong economy in NJ has lead to a vibrant and diverse life. Good scools, hospitals and public services - the staple of any good city is  More

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