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The tradeoff every
NJ parent faces
Better schools or shorter commute? Lower taxes or higher ratings? Compare 8 Central NJ towns on the metrics that actually matter to your family.
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Schools vs Commute — sized by price
School 9+ School 7-8 Bigger bubble = higher price
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| Town | Schools | → NYC | Median Price | Avg Tax | Value Score |
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