Newark, New Jersey
Newark: The most populous city in New Jersey and the center of the Newark metropolitan area.
About
Newark is a city located in the county of Essex in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Its population at the 2010 census was 277,140 and a population density of 4,134 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 282,520 inhabitants.
The city was created 401 years ago in 1624.
Newark was established in 1666 and played a role in the American Revolution as well as the industrial revolution in the 19th century. Located just 8 miles from New York City, Newark became an important industrial hub, home to railroads, ports, and manufacturing.
However, the city declined in the 1950s through the 1990s due to suburbanization, civil unrest, and aging infrastructure. Recently Newark has been revitalizing through new development and investment.
Newark Today
Today Newark is New Jersey’s largest city with over 280,000 residents in the metro area. Key facts about modern Newark:
- An international airport and seaport still provide major transportation infrastructure.
- Revitalization of the downtown area includes corporate headquarters, 2 universities, an arena, museum, and other amenities.
- Nearly 40% of residents commute to New York City for work.
- Largest city in the state and cultural hub for New Jersey's urban population.
However, challenges like crime, poverty, and unemployment still affect some neighborhoods. Overall the city continues to recover from decades of population decline and disinvestment.
Attractions and Culture
Newark is home to renowned performing arts and culture:
- New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Home of the NJ Symphony Orchestra and Broadway tours
- Prudential Center - Major sports and entertainment arena
- Newark Museum - Impressive art and science exhibits
- Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart - A magnificent Gothic-style cathedral
Newark also has a strong music heritage as home to Whitney Houston, Queen Latifah, Shaquille O’Neal and others. Overall the city offers a unique urban New Jersey experience with diversity and evolving renewal efforts.
Quick Facts about Newark
| Population | 282,520 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Jersey (United States) |
| County | Essex County |
| Postal code | 07100–07199 |
| Phone Area Codes | 862, 973 |
| Area | 67.04 km2 |
| Official name | Newark |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.7357,-74.1724 |
| Named for | Newark-on-Trent |
| Altitude | 10 feet / 3 meters |
| Capital city | Newark is capital of Essex County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1625 (401 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 15:06:57 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 4,214 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 1.9% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 63℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Newark is located at 40°44'8"N 74°10'21"W (40.7356600, -74.1723700). It has 11 neighbors: Belleville, Bloomfield, East Newark, East Orange, Elizabeth, Harrison, Irvington, Jersey City, Kearny, Maplewood and South Orange.
Newark map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 63.
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Demographics
The population of Newark increased by 1.9% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1810 | 8,008 | - | census |
| 1820 | 6,507 | -23.07% | census |
| 1830 | 10,953 | 40.59% | census |
| 1840 | 17,290 | 36.65% | census |
| 1850 | 38,894 | 55.55% | census |
| 1860 | 71,941 | 45.94% | census |
| 1870 | 105,059 | 31.52% | census |
| 1880 | 136,508 | 23.04% | census |
| 1890 | 181,830 | 24.93% | census |
| 1900 | 246,070 | 26.11% | census |
| 1910 | 347,469 | 29.18% | census |
| 1920 | 414,524 | 16.18% | census |
| 1930 | 442,337 | 6.29% | census |
| 1940 | 429,760 | -2.93% | census |
| 1950 | 438,776 | 2.05% | census |
| 1960 | 405,220 | -8.28% | census |
| 1970 | 381,930 | -6.1% | census |
| 1980 | 329,248 | -16% | census |
| 1990 | 275,221 | -19.63% | census |
| 2000 | 273,546 | -0.61% | census |
| 2010 | 277,140 | 1.3% | census |
| 2011 | 277,574 | 0.16% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 277,594 | 0.01% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 278,121 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 278,936 | 0.29% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 279,636 | 0.25% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 280,681 | 0.37% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 281,237 | 0.2% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 281,752 | 0.18% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 282,011 | 0.09% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 282,520 | 0.18% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Newark
1Branch Brook Park
& Park Avenue, Lake St, Newark, NJ 07104, United States View details
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2Weequahic Park
Elizabeth Ave &, Meeker Ave, Newark, NJ 07112, United States View details
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3Independence Park
218 Van Buren St, Newark, NJ 07105, United States View details
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4Military Park
51 Park Pl, Newark, NJ 07102, United States View details
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5The Newark Museum of Art
49 Washington St, Newark, NJ 07102, United States View details
Phone: +19735966550 | Website available
Where to Stay in Newark
1DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport
128 Frontage Rd, Newark, NJ 07114, United States View details
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2Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
Newark Liberty International Airport, 1 Hotel Rd, Newark, NJ 07114, United States View details
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3Best Western Plus Newark Airport West
101 International Way, Newark, NJ 07114, United States View details
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4TRYP by Wyndham Newark Downtown
24 E Park St, Newark, NJ 07102, United States View details
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Services and Civic Places in Newark
1City Hall - City of Newark
920 Broad St, Newark, NJ 07102 View details
Phone: +19737336400 | Website available
2Newark Building Permits
920 Broad St b13, Newark, NJ 07102 View details
Phone: +19737333957 | Website available
3Newark Marriage Licenses
920 Broad St, Newark, NJ 07102 View details
Phone: +19737336400 | Website available
4Newark Mayor's Office
920 Broad St #200, Newark, NJ 07102 View details
Phone: +19737336400 | Website available
5City Hall Personnel Office
920 Broad St, Newark, NJ 07102 View details
Phone: +19737333955
6Newark City Council Offices
920 Broad St # 304, Newark, NJ 07102 View details
Phone: +19737333844 | Website available
7Newark City Clerk Office
920 Broad St #306, Newark, NJ 07102 View details
Phone: +19737336574 | Website available
8Newark City Office
557 S 10th St, Newark, NJ 07103 View details
Phone: +19737334923
People born in Newark (200)
People born in Newark, including German astronomer Emil Ernst, basketball player Granger Hall, Member of the New Jersey General Assembly Peter J. Biondi, .
More notable people
- Ron Carey (American actor) he was born in 11/12/1935
- Harold Lockwood (actor (1887-1918)) he was born in 12/04/1887
- John Eisele (American middle distance runner) he was born in 18/01/1884
- Richard Meier (American architect) he was born in 12/10/1934
- Matty Malneck (American jazz bandleader, violinist, violist and songwriter) he was born in 09/12/1903
- Shaquille O'Neal (American basketball player) he was born in 06/03/1972
- Mike Nazaruk (American racing driver) he was born in 02/10/1921
- Al Haig (American pianist) he was born in 22/07/1922
- Vinnie Burke (American musician) he was born in 15/03/1921
- Aaron Burr (American Vice President and politician (1756-1836)) he was born in 06/02/1756
- William Campbell (American actor) he was born in 30/10/1926
- Dominic Anthony Marconi (Catholic bishop) he was born in 13/03/1927
- Philip Roth (American novelist) he was born in 19/03/1933
- Brian De Palma (American film director and screenwriter) he was born in 11/09/1940
- Gerard Way (American musician and comic book writer) he was born in 09/04/1977
- David Marciano (American actor) he was born in 07/01/1960
- Stephen Crane (American novelist, short story writer, poet, and journalist) he was born in 01/11/1981
- Ray Liotta (American actor) he was born in 18/12/1954
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Newark, NJ. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 186399 | Rutgers University-Newark | Newark (NJ) | 07102 |
| 440794 | Pillar College | Newark (NJ) | 07102 |
| 184481 | Essex County College | Newark (NJ) | 07102 |
| 185828 | New Jersey Institute of Technology | Newark (NJ) | 07102 |
| 437723 | New Community Career & Technical Institute | Newark (NJ) | 07103-2419 |
Nearby Transit Stations (17)
Rail and bus stations connected to Newark, NJ. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| NWK | Pennsylvania Station | 1 Raymond Plaza West | RAIL |
| EWR | Newark Liberty International Airport | Newark Liberty International Airport | RAIL |
| NYP | Pennsylvania Station | 8th Ave 31st Street / 8th Ave 33rd Street | RAIL |
| MET | Metropark station | 100 Middlesex-Essex Turnpike | RAIL |
| YNY | Yonkers station | 5 Buena Vista Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Newark.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Midtown Post Office | Newark (NJ) | 07102 |
| Newark Post Office | Newark (NJ) | 07102 |
| Harrison Post Office | Harrison (NJ) | 07029 |
| Ironbound Post Office | Newark (NJ) | 07105 |
| Springfield Av Post Office | Newark (NJ) | 07103 |
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- Newark, Delaware city in New Castle County, Delaware, United States with a population of 33,849 people.
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- Newark, Ohio city in Ohio, USA with a population of 2,152 people.
- Newark, Wisconsin civil town in Rock County, Wisconsin with a population of 1,617 people.
- Newark, Texas city in Texas, United States with a population of 1,251 people.
- Newark, Arkansas city in Independece County, Arkansas, United States with a population of 1,193 people.
- Newark, Michigan township in Gratiot County, Michigan with a population of 1,040 people.
- Newark, Illinois village in Illinois with a population of 1,029 people.
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Other cities in Essex County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Essex County , NJ. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| East Orange | 64,630 | The most populous city in Essex County, New Jersey. |
| Irvington | 54,226 | Township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States |
| Bloomfield | 49,810 | Township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States |
| West Orange | 47,473 | Township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States |
| Montclair | 38,509 | Township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States |
| Belleville | 36,446 | Township in New Jersey |
| Livingston | 30,397 | Township in New Jersey, United States |
| Orange | 30,134 | Township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States |
| Nutley | 28,457 | Township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States |
| Maplewood | 25,985 | Township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States |
| South Orange | 17,295 | Town in Essex County, New Jersey |
| Verona | 13,637 | Township in Essex County, New Jersey |
| Clinton | 12,881 | Town in New Jersey, United States |
| Cedar Grove | 12,457 | Township in Essex County, New Jersey |
| Caldwell | 7,943 | Town in Essex County, New Jersey, USA |
| Glen Ridge | 7,570 | Town in New Jersey |
Distance to Other Cities
Newark distances to largest New Jersey cities