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Toms River, NJ vs Trenton, NJ

CategoryToms River, NJTrenton, NJ
Housing
VerdictThink twiceThink twice
Median Price$357K$180K

Lower price

Median Rent$2K$1K

Lower rent

Median Income$97K

Higher income

$35K
Price VolatilityModerateModerate
Getting Around
Walk ScoreCar-dependent93/100

More walkable

Transit ScoreMinimal transit68/100

Better transit

Bike ScoreN/A36/100

More bikeable

CommuteN/AN/A
Safety & Environment
Safety GradeD+

Safer

F
Violent CrimeModerate

Lower risk

High
Property CrimeModerate

Lower risk

High
Flood RiskLowLow
Air QualityModerateModerate
Community
Schools7.2/10

Better schools

6.9/10
Best for
Families looking for good schoolsFirst‑time home buyersPeople who drive daily
Job seekers in low-cost housingTransit-dependent commutersBudget-conscious renters

Bottom line

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

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