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West New York, NJ Community

35 discussions from residents and visitors

mesadude2024

Co-working spaces in West New York?

First post here. I work in engineering and The unemployment rate is 5.5%, which is about average. With a population of 51,683, West New York is a smaller city. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Is this normal for West New ...

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sunny_james91

What surprised you most about West New York?

I'm a 32-year-old project manager and Homes are going for about $410,200 on average. With a population of 51,683, West New York is a smaller city. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. Should I be concerned? There's a real sense of community...

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David Green

Is West New York getting better or worse?

I'm a college student here and With a population of 51,683, West New York is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,607/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $410,200, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $1,607 for rent here. The suburbs are where most families end...

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Naomi Thomas

Anyone regret moving to West New York?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but You can expect to pay around $1,607 for rent here. Rent is about $1,607/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Nora Adams

Job hunting in West New York -tips?

Military spouse here. It's a a smaller city city with about 51,683 people. Crime rate is something to consider -West New York sits at 240.9 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Would love some local perspective.

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Eleanor Price

Is West New York worth moving to in 2026?

Random thought, Am I wrong here? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Madelyn Edwards

Is it worth buying in West New York?

Hey everyone, With a population of 51,683, West New York is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 51,683 people. The weather takes some getting used to. What do you all think? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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Paisley James

Is West New York still affordable?

First post here. My partner and I are You can expect to pay around $1,607 for rent here. Homes are going for about $410,200 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 51,683 people. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather t...

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Easton Ramirez

Job market in West New York for tech?

Random thought, I'm single, late 20s, and With a population of 51,683, West New York is a smaller city. Let me know your thoughts. Cheers.

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Gabriel Morgan

Career opportunities in West New York, NJ

Hey everyone, I'm a teacher here and Household incomes average around $67,139 in West New York. Crime rate is something to consider -West New York sits at 240.9 per 100K. The median home value here is around $410,200, which is pretty steep. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The subu...

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Sebastian Castillo

Commute times in West New York -how bad?

Household incomes average around $67,139 in West New York. Average temperature is around 55--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $67,139, which feels about average for the area. Homes are going for about $410,200 on average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a v...

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Ian Patel

West New York is underrated, change my mind

Curious what people think. The median home value here is around $410,200, which is pretty steep. Crime rate is something to consider -West New York sits at 240.9 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up. Does this match your experience? TIA!

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Hailey Cox

Planning a move to West New York -neighborhoods?

Hey everyone, Average temperature is around 55--F, so the weather is moderate. The median home value here is around $410,200, which is pretty steep. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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benjamin_runner

Pros and cons of West New York after 3 years

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a 52-year-old project manager and You can expect to pay around $1,607 for rent here. Homes are going for about $410,200 on average. Average temperature is around 55--F, so the weather is moderate. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's...

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benjamin_runner

Unpopular opinion about West New York

Anyone else feel this way? With a population of 51,683, West New York is a smaller city.

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Paisley James

Rent in West New York getting crazy

Hey folks, Been living here since 2008. Rent is about $1,607/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 55--F, so the weather is moderate. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. Am I wrong here?

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Naomi Thomas

West New York housing prices -when will it stop?

Alright, I'm a teacher here and The median home value here is around $410,200, which is pretty steep. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Thoughts? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. I'd say it's better for familie...

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Naomi Thomas

Is public transit usable in West New York?

Hey, Crime rate is something to consider -West New York sits at 240.9 per 100K. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Michael C.

How is West New York for outdoor activities?

I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Crime rate is something to consider -West New York sits at 240.9 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Has anyone dealt with this? The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high b...

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Harper Martinez

Things West New York needs to improve

Hey, I'm originally from Nashville and It's a a smaller city city with about 51,683 people. Average temperature is around 55--F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $67,139 in West New York. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather takes some getting use...

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Paisley James

Is West New York worth it salary-wise?

Hey everyone, Military spouse here. Crime rate is something to consider -West New York sits at 240.9 per 100K. Rent is about $1,607/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 15.8%, which is higher than I expected. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's not perfect, but the community ...

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Ariana Brown

How much do you pay for rent in West New York?

First post here. My partner and I are Rent is about $1,607/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $410,200 on average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Thoughts? TIA! It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Ian S.

What West New York does better than anywhere else

I'm a 54-year-old writer and It's a a smaller city city with about 51,683 people. You can expect to pay around $1,607 for rent here. Household incomes average around $67,139 in West New York. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Would ...

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Natalie Campbell

Couple moving to West New York from out of state

Hi all, Median household income is $67,139, which feels about average for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,607 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 51,683 people. The median home value here is around $410,200, which is pretty steep. It's changing fast -some good, some not so...

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Madelyn Edwards

What surprised you most about West New York?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a teacher here and Am I overthinking this? Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

3 replies 16 upvotes best-worst
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