New Jersey, US
New Jersey: Located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States, this state is home to major cities like Newark, Jersey City, and the state capital, Trenton.
New Jersey is a northeastern state located on the Atlantic coast. It is bordered by New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and the Atlantic Ocean. New Jersey is the most densely populated state.
Some key facts about New Jersey:
- Capital: Trenton
- Population: Around 9 million
- Area: 8,729 square miles
- Nicknames: The Garden State, The Crossroads of the Revolution
Northern New Jersey is linked politically and culturally with New York City, while Southern New Jersey identifies with Philadelphia. The state has a diverse landscape including farmland, forests, beaches, and mountains.
New Jersey is an economic powerhouse, known as a major industrial, pharmaceutical, and technology hub. The Port of New York and New Jersey is one of the largest harbors in the US. Top industries include biotech, healthcare, shipping, and finance.
Culturally, New Jersey offers an eclectic blend of urban cosmopolitan life and seaside charm. It is home to over 100 beaches as well as famed boardwalks like the Jersey Shore. Popular getaways include Atlantic City.
New Jersey experiences four distinct seasons and varying climates. It played a pivotal role during the American Revolution, earning it the nickname “The Crossroads of the Revolution.”
In summary, New Jersey is a densely-populated state with sprawling suburbs, vibrant cities, natural beauty, and a strategic location. From farmland to busy metros, New Jersey provides diversity in landscapes and lifestyles.
State Snapshot
New Jersey at a glance
New Jersey currently has 506 quality-checked populated place pages and 21 county pages linked on MapSof.
Mapped cities & towns
506
These counts use a stricter populated-place filter so the main lists stay focused on real city and town pages.
County pages
21
Open related pagesLargest city
NewarkPopulation 282,520
Top linked places
Quick Facts about New Jersey
| Population | 8,882,371 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Twitter username | NJGov |
| Area | 22591.4 km2 |
| Water as percent of area | 15.69% |
| Land as percent of area | 84.31% |
| Continent | North America |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.1671,-74.4999 |
| Legislative body | New Jersey Legislature |
| Named for | Province of New Jersey |
| Official language | English |
| Altitude | 246 feet / 75 meters |
| Capital | Trenton |
| Establishment | December 18, 1787 (238 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York, Eastern Time Zone, UTC−05:00 |
| Local time | 05:57:29 (23rd September 2026) |
| Weather | 66℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
New Jersey is located at 40°10'1"N 74°29'60"W (40.1670600, -74.4998700). It has 3 neighbors: Delaware, New York and Pennsylvania.
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The largest city of New Jersey is Newark with a population of 282,520. Other cities include, Jersey City population 262,075, Paterson population 144,801, Elizabeth population 128,382 and Elizabethport population 124,969. See all New Jersey cities & populated places.
Largest Cities in New Jersey (more)
Cities, Towns, Villages, Neighborhoods & Other Populated Places in New Jersey.
| City Name | County | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | Essex | 282,520 |
| Jersey City | Hudson | 262,075 |
| Paterson | Passaic | 144,801 |
| Elizabeth | Union | 128,382 |
| Elizabethport | Union | 124,969 |
| Lakewood | Ocean | 107,439 |
| Woodbridge | Middlesex | 99,430 |
| Edison | Middlesex | 98,721 |
| Toms River | Ocean | 95,339 |
| Hamilton | Monmouth | 86,722 |
| Clifton | Passaic | 85,025 |
| Trenton | Mercer | 82,957 |
| Brick | Ocean | 76,863 |
| Camden | Camden | 73,740 |
| Cherry Hill | Camden | 72,037 |
| Passaic | Passaic | 69,340 |
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Weather
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 66. Northeast wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph.
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- Santo Domingo
- Atlantic County
- Passaic County
- Bergen County
- Warren County
- Somerset County
- Middlesex County
- Mercer County
- Burlington County
- Salem County
- Hunterdon County
- Monmouth County
- Cape May County
- Essex County
- Sussex County
- Ocean County
- Hudson County
- Cumberland County
- Camden County
- Gloucester County
- Morris County
- Union County
Demographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1790 | 184,139 | - | census |
| 1800 | 211,149 | 14.67% | census |
| 1810 | 245,562 | 16.3% | census |
| 1820 | 277,575 | 13.04% | census |
| 1830 | 320,823 | 15.58% | census |
| 1840 | 373,306 | 16.36% | census |
| 1850 | 489,555 | 31.14% | census |
| 1860 | 672,035 | 37.27% | census |
| 1870 | 906,096 | 34.83% | census |
| 1880 | 1,131,116 | 24.83% | census |
| 1890 | 1,444,933 | 27.74% | census |
| 1900 | 1,884,000 | 30.39% | estimation process |
| 1901 | 1,889,000 | 0.27% | census |
| 1902 | 1,917,000 | 1.48% | census |
| 1903 | 1,969,000 | 2.71% | census |
| 1907 | 2,314,000 | 17.52% | census |
| 1908 | 2,403,000 | 3.85% | census |
| 1910 | 2,537,167 | 5.58% | census |
| 1913 | 2,729,000 | 7.56% | census |
| 1920 | 3,155,900 | 15.64% | census |
| 1930 | 4,041,334 | 28.06% | census |
| 1940 | 4,160,165 | 2.94% | census |
| 1950 | 4,835,329 | 16.23% | census |
| 1960 | 6,066,782 | 25.47% | census |
| 1970 | 7,168,164 | 18.15% | census |
| 1980 | 7,364,823 | 2.74% | census |
| 1990 | 7,730,188 | 4.96% | census |
| 2000 | 8,414,350 | 8.85% | census |
| 2010 | 8,791,894 | 4.49% | census |
| 2011 | 8,828,117 | 0.41% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 8,844,942 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 8,856,972 | 0.14% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 8,864,525 | 0.09% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 8,867,949 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 8,870,827 | 0.03% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 8,885,525 | 0.17% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,886,025 | 0.01% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,882,190 | -0.04% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,882,371 | 0% | estimation process |
People born in New Jersey (200)
People born in New Jersey, including British-actress Lauren Cohan, psychologist & scholar Robert Sternberg, Animator, union organizer Bill Littlejohn, .
More notable people
- Patrick McDonnell (American illustrator) he was born in 17/03/1956
- Zack Hemsey (composer) he was born in 30/05/1983
- Jack Antonoff (American singer, musician, songwriter and record producer) he was born in 31/03/1984
- John J. Mooney (chemical engineer and inventor) he was born in 06/04/1930
- Jason Lutes (cartoonist) he was born in 12/07/1967
- Joseph Nye (American political scientist) he was born in 19/01/1937
- Melody Gardot (American pop and jazz singer) she was born in 02/02/1985
- Deanna Russo (American television actress) she was born in 17/10/1979
- Liza Weil (American actress) she was born in 05/06/1977
- Patti Scialfa (American singer) she was born in 29/07/1953
- Holly Black (American children's fiction writer) she was born in 10/11/1971
- Martha M. Place (first woman to die in the electric chair and murder) she was born in 18/09/1849
- Al Aronowitz (American rock journalist) he was born in 20/05/1928
- George Papp (artist) he was born in 20/01/1916
- Bradley Steven Perry (actor) he was born in 23/11/1998
- Will Bradley (American trombonist) he was born in 12/07/1912
- Charles Arthur Musès (American mathematician, cyberneticist, editor) he was born in 28/04/1919
- Stephen P. Synnott (American astronomer) he was born in 01/01/1946
New Jersey Counties (more)
Bergen County
county in New Jersey, United States.
Middlesex County
county in New Jersey, United States.
Essex County
county in New York, United States.
| County Name | Population |
|---|---|
| Bergen County | 930,394 |
| Middlesex County | 822,736 |
| Essex County | 800,501 |
| Hudson County | 671,666 |
| Monmouth County | 618,381 |
| Ocean County | 614,237 |
| Union County | 555,394 |
| Camden County | 506,809 |
| Passaic County | 500,382 |
| Morris County | 491,087 |
| Burlington County | 446,596 |
| Mercer County | 367,239 |
| Somerset County | 329,331 |
| Gloucester County | 293,245 |
| Atlantic County | 262,945 |
| Cumberland County | 147,008 |
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Map & Images (more maps)
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New Jersey Metro System Map (subway)
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New Jersey Transport Old Map (1925)
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