Compare: Mount vernon, NY and Saddle brook, NJ

Mount vernon NY

115.3

Cost of Living

above US average

71,714

Population

20.22

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$75,511

Median Income

below US average

$615,000

Median House Price

above US average

$2800

Average Rent

above US average

13%

Poverty Rate

above US average

4.5%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Saddle brook NJ

110.5

Cost of Living

above US average

13,930

Population

15.43

Crime Rate per 1000

below US average

$89,625

Median Income

above US average

$600,915

Median House Price

above US average

$2400

Average Rent

above US average

Poverty Rate

below US average

6.3%

Unemployment Rate

above US average

Pros of Mount vernon

Quality schools in the area
Growing job market opportunities
Local restaurants and cafes
Good access to public transport
Variety of kids activities nearby
Friendly local community
Active nightlife options available
Rich cultural diversity
Proximity to New York City
Nearby parks and recreation areas

Cons of Mount vernon

Nightlife can be noisy
Cost of living is high
Traffic congestion issues
Limited parking options downtown
Racism can be a concern
Schools need more funding
Political views can be divisive
Some areas show economic decline
Public services sometimes lacking
Higher crime rates reported

Pros of Saddle brook

Good local schools available
Diverse population present
Nearby NYC for nightlife
Access to parks and recreation
Family-friendly community
Strong job market conditions
Low crime rates overall
Friendly neighbors and residents
Good public transportation options
Community events throughout year

Cons of Saddle brook

Traffic congestion issues
Limited nightlife options
Schools facing funding issues
High cost of living
Political divides in community
Lack of cultural institutions
Some areas have tension
Sparse social services available
Not many kids' activities
Housing market can be competitive