New Jersey

“I know nothing about NJ so what are the Pros and Cons about living there.”

“a CON is whenever you drive outside the state, everyone you pass will think "there goes another ass hole".”

“Well UM New Jersey is an interesting place. It is mostly known for the incredible corruption, crime and its pathetic Turnpike.

Once you get off the high way you find a beautiful garden spot that sadly is full of crime corruption and pathetic jokes.”

“a PRO if you like armpits, you'll be living in one”

“If the US had an average population density equal to NJ, the total population would be around 4,297,860,000. If you like being around people, it's the place for you!”

“NJ has the highest percentage of developed land of any other state. If you dislike nature, it's the place for you.”

“New Jersey produces more chemicals than any other state, so if you like chemicals, you should move there.”

“There are more toxic waste dumps in New Jersey than any other state except California. Nope, I'm kidding ... they have California beat too.”

“NJ has the highest population of doctors and engineers in the US. If you like new fangled medical gadgets, New Jersey is the place for you.”

“Potato is the official soup of NJ.”

“... which probably explains their massive pharmaceutical industry.”

“If you like your car stolen, the state with the greatest probability of that happening is .... wait for it ....”

“New Jersey adopted what sponsors described as "the most stringent gun law" in the nation in 1966; two years later the murder rate was up 46% and the reported robbery rate had nearly doubled.”

“a PRO is if you ever decide to jump in the ocean after you realize the state dance is the square dance, the Atlantic Ocean is right there.”

“I should have known better than to ask here.

Maybe someone will offer some good info..not holding my breath”

“somebody tell the man what he wants to hear”

“Considering the people that have given the advice so far, DON'T live in NJ, why should he take it seriously?”

“what are the Pros and Cons about living there

So.....isn't that what you're getting?”

“Not many rednecks live there.

You would be further away from those great states of Georgia and Mississippi.”

“But remember - you can NEVER get too far from Indiana.”

“Trail description, South Mountain :

http://www.nynjtc.org/hike/south-mountain-reservation”

“poor guy only wants to hear positive things

somebody throw him a bone!”

“Okay. He can make friends with these fine gentlemen:

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“pro- If you live there you'll never have to pump gas again. Ever.

Con- there are beautiful towns but the housing prices are high.

pro- if you live there you can say, "You from Jersey? no #&%!$! I'm from Jersey!"”

“New Jersey has more toxic waste dumps...New York has the most attorneys...*(New Jersey had first choice).”

“dear god, i wanna say second from the left is photoshopped, but i wouldnt be surprised if no”

“so that's scrotchy's dating pool? no wonder she's single”

“When crossing the Delaware into NJ, most bridges are toll-free. When crossing the Delaware leaving NJ, tolls are charged. They knew there was more of a market in getting out of NJ than getting in.”

“Also, all NJ registered cars have the same color pale yellow plate. This makes them easy to spot in neighboring states where their drivers can be referred to as "puke-taggers."”

“The ethnic diversity and culture and cuisine in New Jersey is about as good as it gets.

It is a great cross section of what the U.S.A. is all about.”

“Or if you want more serious Internet discussion, try here: http://www.city-data.com/forum/new-jersey/”

“Con - South Jersey is full of Eagles fans.

Pro - North Jersey is full of Giants fans.

Pro - Some of the lowest gas prices in the country.

Pro - Not far from great hiking in PA, NY and New England.

See this thread on the other side about hiking trails in NJ.
http://www.backpacker.com/cgi-bin/forums/ikonboard.cgi?act=ST;f=682107219;t=9991131877”

“Toyota Sux!”

“pro- If you live there you'll never have to pump gas again. Ever

gotta love unions”

“Now that is hilarious, just tired of all the bs about toyota. Their time has come and I hope the co. goes bankrupt. The USA won't bail them out, lol”

“Hey-ull yes, bring on the Chinese cars!”

“Damn, karo. You fuct up ewks thread. You should know better than that. Now... get back to building piece o'#&%!$ cars!”

“IS Karo a Union Thug in the American Auto joke?”

“Pro - you get to use up all that pesky change lying around by taking a little drive on the Jersey turnpike!”

“HPD's first post is priceless

Ewker, I can't imagine giving up Nashville for all of New Jersey. But then again, I gave up Townsend for Mississippi so I am clearly not qualified to comment,”

“Where did all the names go?

I assume that last post is from chili. My ex lived in Mississippi for a while and says that the people in Mississippi are the friendliest she’s ever met. That says a lot considering that she’s from Boston and brings a Boston attitude with her wherever she goes. It’s a tribute to Mississippi folks that she didn’t get lynched for being a “Damned Yankee.” But she’s got only good things to say about the people of Mississippi.


NJ can actually be quite pretty. There are some quaint little towns and lots of old historical buildings. If your only impression of NJ is from the highways then you’re ignorant of how pretty the area can be.


However, NJ epitomizes “keeping up with the Joneses.” Status seems very important up there. What car you drive and what neighborhood you live in are very important to many folks in NJ. A typical argument people make for living there is how much money they make… However:

They have the highest population density of any state

They’ve made it almost impossible for citizens to defend themselves from their high crime rates.

Their politics has a history of corruption.

They’ve made it difficult for poor folks because they’ve driven the price of real estate into the stratosphere.

They have the highest automobile insurance rates in the country

They have the highest levels of taxation in the country


The high maintenance cost of NJ government, real estate costs, utilities costs, and insurance costs all nullify those high salaries. And then you’re just left with incredibly high population density and the salt they use to clear roads in winter rotting your cars.

NJ makes you wonder what “Blue State” folks really stand for.


On the upside, the Italian restaurants are second to none.”

“Oh, I see. The screen is just blowed up so big all the names got pushed off my screen. I knew that was chili. Chili, you'd love NJ.”

“Keep it up and we union thugs will picket your shack, EXLAX.

Somebody hand me my ax handle.”

“Know what..Ewk...go for it. Hell New Jersey is a paradise with money dripping from the trees. Yeah tell you what if all the above did not convince you I think you will fit right in (LOL).”

“Fuc you all. Stay the hell away!”

“LOL@vile”

“DORK recommends you live there, soooo .....”

“HPD is right....hey you can move there with DORK and purusue a career in


I am sorry havent heard from DORK in a while...what is she doing now?”

“PRO - The hit MTV show Jersey Shore ,about typical Jersey people, is moving out of state for the second season.”