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Introduction to Harrison, New Jersey
Harrison, New Jersey, in Hudson county, is 1 mile NE of Newark, New Jersey. The town is in the Jersey City area. There are 14,424 residents in Harrison.
Harrison History
The area of Harrison was originally occupied by the Unami tribe of Native Americans. After the coming of European explorers, the land was granted to Captain William Sanford from Barbados, and went on to be referred as “New Barbados Neck." The Europeans purchased this area from the Indians and in 1825, New Barbados Neck was renamed and incorporated as the Township of Lodi. In 1840, Hudson County was formed and the Township of Harrison was created as a part of it.
Harrison and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Harrison
Harrison has excellently maintained parks and playgrounds, which have facilities for many types of outdoor sports. The local community center organizes a variety of recreational activities for the townspeople.
Harrison Transportation
Newark International Airport is the closest major airport.
Harrison Higher Education
There are several good educational institutions around the town, including Rutgers University, Essex County College, Hudson County Community College and Saint Peters College.
Harrison 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 2% |  |
| Racial Diversity (vs. Peers) | Top 2% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 5% | |
| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 11% | |
| Low Property Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 13% | |
Comparing Harrison to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):
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