NJ poll: Residents feel secure but keep cutting costs

💲 New poll finds New Jerseyans feel better about finances than most Americans 💲 Higher costs leading some to reduce spending, according to poll 💲 Young adults skipping health care appointments to reduce costs, poll findsNEW BRUNSWICK — Despite complaints about high property taxes and energy bills, New Jerseyans are feeling pretty satisfied about their personal finances these days. Get our free mobile appThis number is in stark contrast to how New Jerseyans feel about the national economy. ALSO READ: 18 more NJ businesses added to The WALLChainarong Prasertthai Chainarong PrasertthaiNew Jerseyans feel better about finances than mostWhen asked about their personal financial situation, New Jerseyans gave more positive remarks when compared to most Americans, 47% versus 40%, according to the poll. The poll finds that 73% of New Jerseyans have tried to lower their utility bills in the three months before the survey was conducted. New Jerseyans more positive about job marketNew Jerseyans also give better marks regarding their own employment when compared to the rest of the country.