New Jersey is a state located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. It is bordered by New York to the north, Pennsylvania to the west, and Delaware to the south. The Atlantic Ocean forms the state's eastern border. New Jersey is the 47th largest state in terms of land area, and the 11th most populous state.
New Jersey is divided into 21 counties. The most populous county is Bergen County, with over 900,000 residents. The least populous county is Cape May County, with just over 90,000 residents.
County | Population |
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Bergen | 908,687 |
Passaic | 506,228 |
Middlesex | 464,223 |
Monmouth | 630,380 |
Essex | 783,939 |
Hudson | 672,312 |
Union | 575,342 |
Morris | 509,603 |
Mercer | 388,797 |
Ocean | 611,510 |
Burlington | 466,421 |
Camden | 504,791 |
Gloucester | 304,952 |
Salem | 66,333 |
Cumberland | 154,826 |
Cape May | 97,239 |
Atlantic | 274,423 |
Hunterdon | 128,349 |
Warren | 110,642 |
Sussex | 144,166 |
Somerset | 338,552 |
New Jersey is divided into 564 municipalities. The most populous municipality is Newark, with over 280,000 residents. The least populous municipality is Tavistock, with just over 500 residents.
Municipality | Population |
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Newark | 282,080 |
Jersey City | 292,449 |
Paterson | 155,763 |
Elizabeth | 123,198 |
Trenton | 84,913 |
Clifton | 85,395 |
Camden | 71,843 |
Edison | 107,598 |
Woodbridge | 101,440 |
Toms River | 91,239 |
Hamilton | 88,464 |
Vineland | 60,724 |
East Orange | 64,270 |
Irvington | 53,922 |
Passaic | 69,781 |
Union City | 68,598 |
Bayonne | 65,454 |
Hoboken | 59,332 |
Perth Amboy | 51,146 |
New Jersey has a population of over 9.1 million people. The state's population has been growing steadily for decades. In 1950, the state's population was just over 4.8 million. By 2000, the state's population had grown to over 8.4 million. The state's population is expected to continue growing in the coming years.
New Jersey is a relatively small state, but it has a diverse geography. The state's northern region is dominated by the Appalachian Mountains. The state's central region is a mix of rolling hills and forests. The state's southern region is a coastal plain.
New Jersey has a humid subtropical climate. The state's summers are hot and humid, and the winters are cold and snowy. The state's average annual temperature is 54 degrees Fahrenheit. The state's average annual precipitation is 45 inches.
New Jersey has a diverse economy. The state is home to a number of Fortune 500 companies, including Johnson & Johnson, Merck, and Prudential Financial. The state is also a major center for tourism and agriculture.
New Jersey has a rich culture. The state is home to a number of museums, theaters, and art galleries. The state is also home to a number of festivals and events throughout the year.
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