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Perth Amboy, NJ vs Princeton, NJ

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Are people in Princeton older or younger than people in Perth Amboy?
- The Median Age in Princeton is 6.8 years younger than in Perth Amboy.

Are housing costs cheaper in Princeton or Perth Amboy?
- Princeton housing costs are 129.6% more expensive than Perth Amboy housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Princeton or Perth Amboy?
- The average commute for residents of Princeton is 4.2 minutes longer than it is for residents of Perth Amboy.

Things to do in Perth Amboy?
Perth Amboy, NJ is home to more than 50,000 residents and lies in Middlesex County on the Raritan Bay side of the Arthur Kill waterway across from Staten Island. Perth Amboy features numerous parks such as Waterfront park where visitors can enjoy views of New York City's skyline and take part in different activities or go kayaking or fishing off its pier. Additionally Perth Amboy contains many historic sites dating back to colonial times that are available for tourists to visit year-round.

Things to do in Princeton?
Princeton NJ rests southwest Trenton boasting an array of entertainment options from bowling alleys, movie theaters plus even laser tag arenas all great ways to keep family busy in addition to easy access wonderful parks for picnics or running.

 Perth Amboy, NJPrinceton, NJUnited States
 Population  Unlock30,717329,725,481
 Median Income$53,750  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock28.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$378,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.6%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time23.67  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Perth Amboy    3 Reviews

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Its a place that  More

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Over 19 years ago

The housing cost is very high. Compare to what the average salary is. Most young people cant afford to live by themselves so they stay at home till they marry or have a  More

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Over 20 years ago

It's getting to expensive to live here in Perth Amboy and all of NJ for that matter!! All the New Yorkers coming here to escape their high cost of living is driving our  More

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Reviews for Princeton    5 Reviews

Many cities have colleges in them, but Princeton's character and quality of life are very deeply influenced by having such an outstanding school contributing to all  More

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Over 17 years ago

police are very quick to respond and resolve crime problems. very safe place to live. when you feel safe, all other issues are  More

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You'll never lose on a real estate investment in Princeton. It has that cache that people always desire. McCarter Theatre, University concerts, fine dining, great  More

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