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Newark, NJ vs Union City, NJ
Newark, NJ vs Union City, NJ: What the data shows
Newark, NJ is in Newark, NJ while Union City, NJ is in Union City, NJ — both in the same state. On home prices, Newark, NJ is the more affordable option at $368,400 median — $79,600 less than Union City, NJ's $448,000. WYLT rates Newark, NJ as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Union City, NJ as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Union City, NJ has the stronger safety profile of the two. Newark, NJ has High violent crime and High property crime. Union City, NJ has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Newark, NJ has Low flood risk and Union City, NJ has Low flood risk.
Union City, NJ is the more walkable neighborhood. Newark, NJ scores 37/100 (mostly car-dependent) versus Union City, NJ's 51/100 (somewhat walkable). For families weighing school quality, Newark, NJ has the higher school rating — Newark, NJ rates 7/10 and Union City, NJ rates 6.6/10.
| Category | Newark, NJ | Union City, NJ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $368K ✓ Lower price | $448K |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $1K |
| Median Income | $36K | $60K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 37/100 | 51/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | 70/100 ✓ Better transit | 63/100 |
| Bike Score | N/A | 36/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | N/A | 30 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | F | D+ ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | High | Moderate ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | High | Moderate ✓ Lower risk |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Poor | Moderate ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7/10 ✓ Better schools | 6.6/10 |
| Best for | commutersstudentslow_income_buyer | Young ProfessionalsShort NYC CommutersDiverse Community Seekers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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