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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 very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The city has invested a lot in new development. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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waylon_guy
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. it's exactly what I was looking for. Compared to Chicago it's surprisingly good.
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minneapolisvibes2024
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.

I've been here 10 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is healthcare. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.

That said, the traffic is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is surprisingly good.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The West side vs the Greenfield side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.

Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Logan Walker
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Grayson Jackson
I've been living here for 9 years and I'd say it's not perfect but it works for me. The housing market is decent compared to other places I've lived. Overall No regrets on my end..
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born_emily79
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.

I've been here 5 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is traffic. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.

That said, the healthcare is legit. And if you're into mountain biking, this place is surprisingly good.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The North side vs the Cedar Grove side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.

Definitely worth checking out..
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Austin M.
underrated comment
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