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Branchburg, NJ


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Branchburg, New Jersey

Introduction to Branchburg, New Jersey

Branchburg, New Jersey, in Somerset county, is 12 miles W of Edison, New Jersey and 28 miles SW of Newark, New Jersey. The town is included in the Middlesex - Somerset - Hunterdon metropolitan area. As of the year 2000 census, 14,566 people lived in Branchburg.

Branchburg History

The original inhabitants of this area were the Raritan Native Americans. The Lord's Proprietors from East Jersey purchased most of the land from the natives by 1686. Branchburg was initially a part of the Bridgewater Township that was formed in 1749. It was incorporated as an independent township in 1741.

Branchburg and nearby Attractions

  • Northlandz
  • North Branch Park
  • Round Valley Recreation Area
  • Duke Island Park
  • U.S Bicycling Hall of Fame
  • Duke Island

Things To Do In Branchburg

Branchburg is a picturesque town which has facilities for a wide range of activities. The Lamington and Raritan Rivers are popular spots where one can go swimming, boating and fishing or simply relax by the banks. The nearby parks offer opportunities for a variety of activities.

Branchburg Transportation

Air transportation is available from the Newark International Airport.

Branchburg Higher Education

Branchburg is also known as a college town because of the presence of the very large Raritan Valley Community College. One can also opt for Drew University or the College of Saint Elizabeth.

High Points

Branchburg strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Jersey):

CategoryTrophy
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 2%trophyBranchburg Low Violent Crime
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)		Top 3%trophyBranchburg Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)		Top 3%trophyBranchburg Well-Paid Single Men
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)		Top 3%trophyBranchburg Low Rate of Poverty
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)		Top 3%trophyBranchburg Well-Paid Single Women
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)		Top 4%trophyBranchburg People in Middle Class or Better
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 5%trophyBranchburg Low Property Crime
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)		Top 7%Branchburg College Educated Adults

Comparative Profile of Branchburg, NJ

Comparing Branchburg to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Men1010
Well-Paid Single Women1010
Children Under 5 Years Old1010
Male Share of the Population87
Age of the Population65
Racial Diversity65
Female Share of the Population34
Senior Citizens21

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married109
Average Household Size87

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty1010
Median Family Income1010
People in Middle Class or Better1010
College Educated Adults109

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use84
Working at Home76
Walking and Biking to Work33
Short Commute Times24

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing77
People Living Alone34
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals23
Affordability of Property Taxes13
Affordability of Rents12

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime1010
Low Property Crime109
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