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10 discussions from residents and visitors

Kennedy James

Quick question about New Milford

Hey everyone, I'm retired and Average temperature is around 55--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $113,513, which feels pretty solid for the area. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Worth ...

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Bennett Gomez

Career opportunities in New Milford, NJ

We're a young couple and Poverty rate is 4.9%, which is pretty low. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. It's ...

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Alexander B.

Day-to-day life in New Milford, NJ

I'm a remote worker and Homes are going for about $554,800 on average. Rent is about $1,722/month for a decent place. It's a a small town city with about 16,882 people. Median household income is $113,513, which feels pretty solid for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say...

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Jose White

Is New Milford worth moving to in 2026?

Hello, Just moved here 2 months ago and You can expect to pay around $1,722 for rent here. It's a a small town city with about 16,882 people. The median home value here is around $554,800, which is pretty steep. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Downtown has improved a lot in recent year...

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Delilah

Rent vs buy in New Milford -what makes sense?

OK so We're a young couple and Poverty rate is 4.9%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -New Milford sits at 6.1 per 100K. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What would you do? Thanks! The city has invested a lot in...

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Kennedy James

Living in New Milford -the reality

Just moved here 2 months ago and With a population of 16,882, New Milford is a small town. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Am I overthinking this? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Jayden Murphy

Healthcare options in New Milford?

Median household income is $113,513, which feels pretty solid for the area. Homes are going for about $554,800 on average. With a population of 16,882, New Milford is a small town. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to ...

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Violet Mendoza

Best areas to explore in New Milford?

Hey folks, I'm a college student here and You can expect to pay around $1,722 for rent here. Median household income is $113,513, which feels pretty solid for the area. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Thoughts? The parks...

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Violet Mendoza

Is New Milford getting better or worse?

Curious what people think. It's a a small town city with about 16,882 people. With a population of 16,882, New Milford is a small town. Rent is about $1,722/month for a decent place. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it'...

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