Compare: Bay shore, NY and Westfield, NJ

Bay shore NY

124.3

Cost of Living

above US average

30,553

Population

22.19

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$103,272

Median Income

above US average

$560,000

Median House Price

above US average

Average Rent Data is updating, will be available soon

Poverty Rate

below US average

4.2%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Westfield NJ

115.2

Cost of Living

above US average

30,539

Population

7.79

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$203,235

Median Income

above US average

$1,118,671

Median House Price

above US average

$2400

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty rate data is updating, will be available soon

3.9%

Unemployment Rate

below US average

Pros of Bay shore

Strong family activities available
Safe neighborhoods overall
Cultural activities and events
Friendly community vibe
Growing job market in hospitality
Close to NYC for jobs
Community events throughout year
Access to parks and beaches
Diverse population present
Good schools in the area

Cons of Bay shore

Limited nightlife options
Housing market can be competitive
Traffic congestion during rush hour
Racism reported by some locals
Higher crime rates in some areas
Public transport needs improvement
High cost of living expenses
Taxes are relatively high
Some schools underfunded
Seasonal weather extremes

Pros of Westfield

Great schools and education
Variety of restaurants and shops
Near parks and outdoor spaces
Good job market conditions
Short commute to NYC
Family-friendly atmosphere
Strong community involvement
Diverse local events
Charming downtown area
Low crime rates

Cons of Westfield

Limited nightlife options
Some schools are overcrowded
Limited public transportation
Less diversity in some areas
Traffic can be challenging
Property taxes are high
Some racial tension noted
High cost of living
Can feel exclusivity at times
Few affordable housing options