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Introduction to Aberdeen, New Jersey
Aberdeen, New Jersey, in Monmouth county, is 5 miles W of Middletown, New Jersey and 23 miles S of Newark, New Jersey. The town is included in the Monmouth - Ocean metropolitan area. As of the year 2000 census, 17,454 people lived in Aberdeen.
Aberdeen History
This area was originally inhabited by the Lenne Lenape Native American people. Dutch settlers who came in the late 17th century pushed the Native Americans westward. Though they tried to build settlements from 1650 onwards, the Dutch could never succeed in making any permanent settlements. The town was named Aberdeen in November of 1977.
Aberdeen and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Aberdeen
Aberdeen has several parks and areas of historical significance which are worth visiting. The town is near the waterfront, which provides good opportunities for boating, fishing and swimming.
Aberdeen Transportation
Newark International Airport provides air transportation.
Aberdeen Higher Education
Opportunities for higher education can be reached at Brookdale Community College, Monmouth University, Rutgers University and Wagner College.
Aberdeen strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Jersey):
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| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 6% |  |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 12% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 14% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 14% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. Peers) | Top 15% | |
| Low Property Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 16% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 19% | |
Comparing Aberdeen to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):
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