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Newark vs Princeton

Two New Jersey cities 37 miles apart, side by side.

NewarkPrinceton
Population307,18830,451
Median household income$48,416$184,113
Median home value$337,800$1,040,400
Median rent$1,330/mo$2,448/mo
Median age34.827.5
Homeownership24%56%
Property tax (effective)2.12%0.96%
Sales tax6.625%6.625%
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Is Newark or Princeton cheaper?

For housing, Newark is cheaper: median home values are $337,800 in Newark and $1,040,400 in Princeton; median rents are $1,330 and $2,448.

Which has higher incomes, Newark or Princeton?

Princeton: median household income is $48,416 in Newark and $184,113 in Princeton.

How far is Newark from Princeton?

About 37 miles in a straight line.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; state revenue agencies for sales tax.

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