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Madison, New Jersey

Introduction to Madison, New Jersey

Madison, New Jersey is 6 miles S of Parsippany, New Jersey and 12 miles W of Newark, New Jersey. It is in Morris county. The town is part of the Newark metro area. The population of Madison is 16,530.

Madison History

The earliest settlers of European origin arrived in the region now known as Madison in the early parts of the 18th century. In 1834, the town was named Madison in honor of President James Madison. After the Civil War, growth and development of this town rapidly increased with the construction of the railroad. Industries grew in the area, and working class people built a residential community here. The population was diverse both in terms of ethnicity and socio-economic status. Though original settlers were British, the French arrived after the American Revolution followed by African Americans, Irish, Germans and Italians.

Madison and nearby Attractions

  • Faulkner House
  • Holloway Hall
  • Museum of Early Trades & Crafts
  • Turtle Back Zoo
  • Saint Vincent Cemetery
  • Shakespeare Garden

Things To Do In Madison

The town of Madison has a number of historical buildings like the Faulkner House, the Holloway Hall, the Madison House, the Wendel Hall, and the President's Hall, among others. The Shakespeare Garden is another popular tourist destination. Here one can spend a quiet day in the midst of nature. The Turtle Back Zoo and the Cora Hartshorn Arboretum & Bird Sanctuary are ideal places to take children also.

Madison Transportation

Newark Liberty International Airport is close by.

Madison Higher Education

Residents can pursue higher education at Drew University. Also close by are the Seton Hall University, Union County College, Kean University, and the County College of Morris.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyMadison Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyMadison Well-Paid Single Men
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyMadison Median Family Income
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyMadison College Educated Adults
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyMadison Low Property Crime
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Madison Public Transportation Use
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Madison People in Middle Class or Better
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Madison Walking and Biking to Work
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Madison Low Violent Crime
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Madison Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Madison, NJ

Comparing Madison 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 Women1010
Well-Paid Single Men1010
Female Share of the Population79
Racial Diversity76
Senior Citizens55
Male Share of the Population42
Children Under 5 Years Old34
Age of the Population32

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married76
Average Household Size64

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults109
Median Family Income109
People in Middle Class or Better108
People Above Poverty97

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use108
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Working at Home99
Short Commute Times37

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals87
People Living Alone57
Seasonal and Vacation Housing45
Housing Recently Built23
Affordability of Rents12
Affordability of Property Taxes12

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime109
Low Violent Crime98
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