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Clark, New Jersey

Introduction to Clark, New Jersey

Clark, New Jersey, in Union county, is 4 miles SW of Union, New Jersey and 9 miles SW of Newark, New Jersey. The town is conveniently located inside the Newark metropolitan area. There are an estimated 14,597 people in Clark.

Clark History

This area was originally a Lenape hunting ground. European immigrants who settled here were largely dependent upon agriculture. The portion of land that came to be known as Clark was recognized as a separate community for the first time when the village of Rahway was incorporated into a city. It continued to be a part of Rahway until 1864 when residents incorporated it as an independent township and named it Clark. The name was based on Abraham Clark, who was a signer of the Declaration of Independence.

Clark and nearby Attractions

  • Hyatt Hills Golf Complex
  • Clark Community Pool
  • Oak Ridge Golf Club
  • Veteran's Memorial Park
  • Funtime Junction
  • Liberty Hall Museum

Things To Do In Clark

Clark was ranked 33rd in New Jersey Monthly's list of Best Places to Live in New Jersey. For recreational activities, one can check out the local golf clubs, tennis courts or go swimming at the community pool. The town also has an amusement park and other regular parks where one can relax.

Clark Transportation

The Newark International Airport is a short drive away.

Clark Higher Education

Union County College, Kean University and Seton Hall University are all nearby.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)		Top 2%trophyClark Low Rate of Poverty
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 5%trophyClark Low Violent Crime
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)		Top 6%Clark People in Middle Class or Better
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)		Top 12%Clark Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)		Top 12%Clark Well-Paid Single Women
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)		Top 13%Clark Median Family Income
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 13%Clark Low Property Crime
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)		Top 18%Clark Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Clark, NJ

Comparing Clark 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
Senior Citizens1010
Age of the Population1010
Well-Paid Single Men97
Well-Paid Single Women97
Female Share of the Population79
Racial Diversity64
Male Share of the Population43
Children Under 5 Years Old22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married87
Average Household Size64

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty1010
People in Middle Class or Better109
Median Family Income97
College Educated Adults76

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use95
Working at Home76
Short Commute Times48
Walking and Biking to Work34

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals77
People Living Alone46
Housing Recently Built46
Affordability of Rents13
Seasonal and Vacation Housing11
Affordability of Property Taxes12

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime109
Low Property Crime97

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