Linden, New Jersey
Linden: A city in Union County, New Jersey. It is located in the northeastern part of the state. Linden is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Linden Historical Society and the Linden Arts Council.
About
Linden is a city located in the county of Union in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Its population at the 2010 census was 40,499 and a population density of 1,371 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 42,076 inhabitants.
The city was created 99 years ago in 1924.
Quick Facts about Linden
| Population : | 42,076 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | New Jersey (United States) |
| County : | Union County |
| Different from : | Lindenwold |
| Postal code : | 07036 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 908 |
| Area : | 29.54 km2 |
| Altitude : | 16 feet / 5 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1925 (99 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time : | 15:20:09 (4th May 2024) |
| Density : | 1,424 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 3.75% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Linden is located at 40°37'19"N 74°14'41"W (40.6220500, -74.2445900). It has 7 neighbors: Carteret, Clark, Cranford, Elizabeth, Rahway, Roselle and Staten Island.
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- Official Website
Official website of Linden
Linden has 7 neighbours.
- Carteret borough in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States
- Clark township in southern Union County, New Jersey, United States
- Cranford township of New Jersey
- Elizabeth The second most populous city in Union County, New Jersey. It is located in central New Jersey. Elizabeth is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Elizabethport Historical Society and the Elizabethtown Museum of History.
- Rahway city in Union County, New Jersey
- Roselle borough in New Jersey, USA
- Staten Island The fifth most populous borough of New York City. It is located on the southern tip of the island of Manhattan. Staten Island is known for its ferry service to Manhattan, its green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Staten Island Zoo and the Staten Island Museum.
Demographics
The population of Linden increased by 3.75% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 40,499 | - | census |
| 2011 | 40,694 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 40,834 | 0.34% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 41,056 | 0.54% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 41,336 | 0.68% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 41,612 | 0.66% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 42,257 | 1.53% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 42,370 | 0.27% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 42,425 | 0.13% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 42,361 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 42,076 | -0.68% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Linden
1 John Russell Wheeler Park
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2 Hawk Rise Sanctuary
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3 PASSION AIRPLANE TOURS, INC.
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Other Places in Linden
1 Linden City Hall
301 N Wood Ave, Linden, NJ 07036 ➦ Show Map
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2 Linden Mayor's Office
301 N Wood Ave, Linden, NJ 07036 ➦ Show Map
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3 USDA APHIS PPQ
1500 Lower Rd, Linden, NJ 07036, United States ➦ Show Map
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People born in Linden (16)
People born in Linden, including basketball player Tamecka Dixon, photographer Eli Reed, actress Pat Stevens, .
List
- Ed Naha (American writer) he was born in 01/01/1950
- Mike Nardi (American basketball player) he was born in 30/01/1985
- Muhammad Wilkerson (American football player, defensive lineman) he was born in 22/10/1989
- Carolyn Dorin-Ballard (American ten-pin bowler) she was born in 01/01/1964
- Eddie Kasko (American baseball player) he was born in 27/06/1932
- Steve White (American writer) he was born in 01/01/1946
- Robert Zarinsky (American murderer) he was born in 02/09/1940
- Tiffany Andrade (New Jersey beauty queen) she was born in 11/07/1985
- Derek Armstead (politician)
- George Hudak (American politician) he was born in 10/03/1935
- Kimberly Quaid de Cordon (professor of medical and molecular genetics) she was born in 25/10/1955
- Mike Pringley (American football defensive end) he was born in 22/05/1976
- Ernest Burch he was born in 28/07/1923
Schools in Linden
College & universities near Linden, NJ
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 185262 | Kean University | Union (NJ) | 07083 |
Stations (20)
Amtrak & bus stations near Linden, NJ
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MET | Metropark station | 100 Middlesex-Essex Turnpike | RAIL |
| EWR | Newark Liberty International Airport | Newark Liberty International Airport | RAIL |
| NWK | Pennsylvania Station | 1 Raymond Plaza West | RAIL |
| NBK | New Brunswick station | French and Albany Streets | RAIL |
| NYP | Pennsylvania Station | 8th Ave 31st Street / 8th Ave 33rd Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Linden
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Grassell Post Office | Linden (NJ) | 07036 |
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- Linden , Tennessee town in Tennessee, United States with a population of 964 people.
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- Linden , Indiana human settlement in Montgomery County, Indiana, United States of America with a population of 767 people.
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Other cities in Union County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Union County , NJ. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth | 128,382 | The second most populous city in Union County, New Jersey. |
| Elizabethport | 124,969 | A city in Union County, New Jersey. |
| Union | 67,137 | A city in Union County, New Jersey. |
| Plainfield | 50,011 | A city in Union County, New Jersey. |
| Rahway | 29,832 | City in Union County, New Jersey |
| Westfield | 29,238 | Town in Union County, New Jersey |
| Scotch Plains | 24,138 | Township in Union County, New Jersey, United States |
| Cranford | 24,028 | Township of New Jersey |
| Hillside | 21,841 | Township of New Jersey |
| Summit | 21,812 | City in Union County, New Jersey, United States |
| Roselle | 21,689 | Borough in New Jersey, USA |
| Clark | 15,837 | Township in southern Union County, New Jersey, United States |
| New Providence | 13,994 | Town in New Jersey, United States |
| Roselle Park | 13,510 | Borough in Union County, New Jersey |
| Berkeley Heights | 13,313 | Township in Union County, New Jersey |
| Kenilworth | 8,153 | Town in New Jersey |
Distance to Other Cities
Linden distances to largest New Jersey cities
