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Maplewood, NJ vs West Long Branch, NJ
Maplewood, NJ vs West Long Branch, NJ: What the data shows
Maplewood, NJ is in Maplewood, NJ while West Long Branch, NJ is in West Long Branch, NJ — both in the same state. On home prices, West Long Branch, NJ is the more affordable option at $611,600 median — $26,400 less than Maplewood, NJ's $638,000. WYLT rates Maplewood, NJ as “Settle here” — an excellent place to put down roots — and West Long Branch, NJ as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Maplewood, NJ has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. West Long Branch, NJ has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Maplewood, NJ has Low flood risk and West Long Branch, NJ has Low flood risk.
Maplewood, NJ is the more walkable neighborhood. Maplewood, NJ scores 13/100 (car-dependent) versus West Long Branch, NJ's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, Maplewood, NJ has the higher school rating — Maplewood, NJ rates 8.2/10 and West Long Branch, NJ rates 5/10.
| Category | Maplewood, NJ | West Long Branch, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Settle here | Think twice |
| Median Price | $638K | $612K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $2K | $2K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $166K ✓ Higher income | $114K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 13/100 ✓ More walkable | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | 25/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 38 min ✓ Shorter commute | 81 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | B | B |
| Violent Crime | Low | Low |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.2/10 ✓ Better schools | 5/10 |
| Best for | FamiliesProfessionalsCommuters | Families with childrenRetireesThose who value a suburban lifestyle |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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