| | Westfield, NJ | Howell, NJ | United States |
| Overall | 129.5 | 129.1 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 110.8 | 105.6 | 100 |
| Health | 97.5 | 98.3 | 100 |
| Housing | 291.7 | 115.2 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $935,200 | $512,500 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 10,490.0% | 10,360.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 154.2 | 108.0 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 110.4 | 140.3 | 100 |
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Westfield 
8 Reviews
Looking for a simpler life - taxes too high in New More
As a resident for over 10 years, overall I have to say that Westfield is one of the most beautiful towns to live in within commuting distance to NYC! Here is a little More
My family and I have been here for 11 years! Housing is expensive, but that is really the only downside (and snow!!!)
Seriously, it is beautiful, clean, with great More
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Reviews for Howell 4 Reviews
It's a nice place to visit but living here is not that nice! Taxes are outrageous. Schools have a great reputation but they lack education. Superintendent and More
Howell has grown into a snobs town. Taxes are extremely high since school super cares more about her salary and teachers' salary. Schools have a decent reputation, but More
I was thrilled when I moved here almost 11 years ago. People seemed nice and the place was safe. People are not nice! There was an influx of New Yorkers and along came More
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