I just officially got offered a role in Wayne nj and am deciding whether to take it or not. What is there to do in Wayne nj or nearby? I enjoy nature, parks , dining out with friends. Is there an active meetup group in New Jersey? Is it hard to get an apartment if you have a medium sized dog? Also noting salary is 90k.

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FlameThrower18 t1_iuhxdqk wrote on October 31, 2022 at 1:51 PM

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Apartments are available buy you will have a hard time finding anything under 2300 or 2400 which will be tough at 90l per year.
Hawthorne NJ has apartments that allow small pets around the 1800 dollar range. Cable TV is going to cost you a fortune. Everything in NJ is expensive but it's a great place to live

TheRealThordic t1_iuhzg4u wrote on October 31, 2022 at 2:06 PM

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You could look north of Wayne, it'll be a little cheaper. Bloomingdale, Riverdale, Butler, etc. Plenty of hiking and outdoor space in North Jersey, a significant portion of the northwest of the state is made up of state forests.

Dirtycoinpurse t1_iui1vce wrote on October 31, 2022 at 2:24 PM

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I am in Wayne quite a bit for work. You are close to the city and can easily take the bus. Obviously close to Hoboken and Jersey City as well. Sussex has stokes state park and a few others that are nice for day trips. Bushkill falls isn’t too too far either. Wayne also has Packanack Lake which has nice walking. Nice restaurants and you are within driving distance of a lot of cities. Probably forgetting things too.

Dirtycoinpurse t1_iui20v7 wrote on October 31, 2022 at 2:25 PM

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Replying to TheRealThordic (#383,569)

I used to Commute to Wayne from Sussex. Not terrible and you save. Wayne has always been expensive, but it definitely is these days lol.

Jeabers t1_iuiewk4 wrote on October 31, 2022 at 3:54 PM

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Great area for nature walks/hikes. There are a ton of parks, reservations and other hidden pathways to explore. Also lots of good restaurants in the surrounding area.

Abalone_Gonads t1_iuiqngl wrote on October 31, 2022 at 5:12 PM

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If you can drive, it’s a great spot. You got a mall, a Whole Foods, easy access to major highway. Plenty of outdoor activities, and still easy access to the city.

ghostfacekhilla t1_iuiuqiq wrote on October 31, 2022 at 5:39 PM

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Lots of nature and hiking near there. Short drive to all of the NJ Highlands and even places in NY.

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sco3putt t1_iujn9mh wrote on October 31, 2022 at 8:50 PM

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Great location to live. Just expensive to set up.

katymm123 OP t1_iujuxuq wrote on October 31, 2022 at 9:45 PM

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I’m wondering if 90k is enough to not struggle? I’m from Houston, TX so the cost of living would definitely be an adjustment for me.

sco3putt t1_iuk68rz wrote on October 31, 2022 at 11:13 PM

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Replying to katymm123 (#406,491)

I think you will be ok. Will you visit before moving?

sco3putt t1_iuk6btr wrote on October 31, 2022 at 11:14 PM

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Replying to katymm123 (#406,491)

I think you’ll be OK. Are you planning on visiting before you move?

falcon0159 t1_iuk72fk wrote on October 31, 2022 at 11:20 PM

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Replying to katymm123 (#406,491)

Depends what you were making in TX. If you have a significant other you would be living/splitting bills with, etc.

$90k is a good salary, so you'll be fine, but it would probably be a similar to $60k salary in Houston in terms of quality of life. If you move further West/North West in NJ, the money would go a lot further if you're willing to do a 45 minutes commute.

I live less than 10 minutes from Wayne, so feel free to PM me if you have any more questions or want someone to tell you the best food spots when you move!