Let the numbers do the talking.
Middletown, NJ vs Morristown, NJ
Middletown, NJ vs Morristown, NJ: What the data shows
Middletown, NJ is in Middletown, NJ while Morristown, NJ is in Morristown, NJ — both in the same state. On home prices, Middletown, NJ is the more affordable option at $523,400 median — $216,600 less than Morristown, NJ's $740,000. WYLT rates Middletown, NJ as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration — and Morristown, NJ as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Morristown, NJ has the stronger safety profile of the two. Middletown, NJ has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Morristown, NJ has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Middletown, NJ has Low flood risk and Morristown, NJ has Low flood risk.
Morristown, NJ is the more walkable neighborhood. Middletown, NJ scores 46/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Morristown, NJ's 82/100 (very walkable). For families weighing school quality, Morristown, NJ has the higher school rating — Middletown, NJ rates 6.3/10 and Morristown, NJ rates 7/10.
| Category | Middletown, NJ | Morristown, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Good for now | Good for now |
| Median Price | $523K ✓ Lower price | $740K |
| Median Rent | $2K ✓ Lower rent | $3K |
| Median Income | $141K ✓ Higher income | $120K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 46/100 | 82/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 10/100 ✓ Better transit | 4/100 |
| Bike Score | 2/100 | 3/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 75 min | 52 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | B ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Good ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.3/10 | 7/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | FamiliesRemote workersSuburban commuters | FamiliesNYC commutersRemote workers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
Share this comparison