| | Plainsboro, NJ | Princeton, NJ | United States |
| Overall | 124.7 | 104.6 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 107.5 | 115.1 | 100 |
| Health | 98.8 | 97.4 | 100 |
| Housing | 179.4 | 241.0 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $728,800 | $868,000 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 11,410.0% | 11,410.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 144.9 | 102.8 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 123.2 | 125.6 | 100 |
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Reviews for Plainsboro 
3 Reviews
My wife Rosanne and I have lived in Plainsboro for nearly 30 years. We have raised our three children here. WE LOVE IT!!!
The schools are great, the community is More
We've lived in several different parts of the country, and when we found out we were moving to NJ due to my husband's new job, we bought into the stereotype and thought, More
Plainsboro is clean, safe and quiet with excellent schools, affordable housing and good jobs 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
police are very quick to respond and resolve crime problems. very safe place to live. when you feel safe, all other issues are More
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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