I live in NJ and I have been around this are before! New Jersey is a really nice place but there is not much to do. Its within a close distance from NYC and Philly if you are willing to drive there, but if not there is not really any nightlife (well, if you're even looking for that.) It is a calm and outdoors based sort of place. The nature is beautiful and there are many parks, farms, and lakes, etc around. If you're the sort who likes to make your own enjoyment then NJ is a great place! But if you're looking for a lot, A LOT, to do then it can get pretty boring.