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Princeton, NJ vs Albany, NY

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- The average commute for residents of Albany is 7.3% shorter than it is for residents of Princeton.
- 65.2% fewer residents of Albany work from home compared to residents of Princeton.
 Princeton, NJAlbany, NYUnited States
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 Commute Mode
 Princeton, NJAlbany, NYUnited States
 Auto (alone)37.0%  Unlock73.2%
 Carpool  Unlock10.2%8.6%
 Mass Transit8.4%  Unlock4.2%
 Bicycle  Unlock0.6%0.5%
 Walk20.3%  Unlock2.5%
 Work at Home  Unlock9.0%9.7%
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 Commute Time To Work
 Princeton, NJAlbany, NYUnited States
 Commute Less Than 5 min.4.1%  Unlock2.9%
 Commute 6 to 9 min.  Unlock14.5%9.5%
 Commute 10 to 14 min.17.2%  Unlock13.2%
 Commute 15 to 19 min.  Unlock23.7%15.2%
 Commute 20 to 24 min.13.7%  Unlock14.3%
 Commute 25 to 29 min.  Unlock5.2%6.7%
 Commute 30 to 34 min.5.7%  Unlock13.7%
 Commute 35 to 39 min.  Unlock1.0%3.1%
 Commute 40 to 44 min.3.3%  Unlock4.0%
 Commute 45 to 59 min.  Unlock4.0%8.2%
 Commute 60 to 89 min.3.6%  Unlock6.2%
 Commute greater than 90 min.  Unlock0.7%2.9%
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 16 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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Reviews for Albany    56 Reviews

Over 3 years ago

I live relatively close to Albany, and I gotta say, its a great city. I think it has a lot of good places for food, good living spaces, nice jobs and offices, and I  More

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Over 5 years ago

I’ve lived just outside of Albany in Clifton Park and its always been decent for me. The town is nice and theres a lot to do. The prices are a little expensive including  More

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Over 5 years ago

Good place to retire. Walkable. Young people. Buses. Sidewalks. Feel safe here in Whitehall neighborhood. Plenty to do. Taxes in ny are high,but you get what you pay  More

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