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Passaic, NJ vs Princeton, NJ

CategoryPassaic, NJPrinceton, NJ
Housing
VerdictThink twiceGood for now
Median Price$380K

Lower price

$700K
Median Rent$1K

Lower rent

$3K
Median Income$58K$120K

Higher income

Price VolatilityHighModerate

More stable

Getting Around
Walk Score23/100

More walkable

5/100
Transit Score4/100

Better transit

Minimal transit
Bike Score3/100

More bikeable

N/A
Commute90 min80 min

Shorter commute

Safety & Environment
Safety GradeFA

Safer

Violent CrimeHighLow

Lower risk

Property CrimeHighLow

Lower risk

Flood RiskLowLow
Air QualityModerateGood

Cleaner air

Community
Schools6.7/107/10

Better schools

Best for
Budget buyers wanting a home in NJPeople who plan to commute by carFamilies looking for decent schools
Families with young childrenProfessionals seeking a peaceful, affluent environmentBuyers looking for a strong sense of community and safety

Bottom line

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

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