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Metuchen, New Jersey

Introduction to Metuchen, New Jersey

Metuchen, New Jersey, in Middlesex county, is 3 miles NE of Edison, New Jersey and 16 miles SW of Newark, New Jersey. Part of the surrounding Middlesex - Somerset - Hunterdon metro area, Metuchen is home to some 12,840 residents.

Metuchen History

Metuchen was initially a part of the Raritan Township. The name “Metuchen" first appeared in the late 1600s. The town probably derives its name from that of a Native American chief called “Matouchin.” The 19th century saw significant growth and development in this town. Railroads were built, lighting systems installed, and a lot of social, cultural and religious diversification took place. The town of Metuchen was officially incorporated on the March 20, 1900.

Metuchen and nearby Attractions

  • Metuchen Public Library
  • Woodburn Hall
  • Jewish Community Center of Metuchen
  • Liberty Hall
  • Staten Island Zoo
  • Rutgers Gardens

Things To Do In Metuchen

The Metuchen Station and the Jewish Community Center of Metuchen are all worth taking a look at. Among the nearby historic sites and museums are the Liberty Hall, the Buccleuch Mansion, the Drake House Museum, and the Thomas A. Edison Memorial Tower & Museum. The Zimmerli Art Museum and the Hungarian Heritage Center have some very popular exhibits. The Staten Island Zoo, the Cora Hartshorn Arboretum & Bird Sanctuary and the Reeves-Reed Arboretum can prove to be ideal outings for children.

Metuchen Transportation

Newark Liberty International Airport is nearby.

Metuchen Higher Education

Higher educational opportunities are available at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, the Middlesex County College, Union County College, Devry Institute, and Kean University.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)		Top 3%trophyMetuchen Public Transportation Use
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)		Top 5%trophyMetuchen Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)		Top 7%Metuchen Well-Paid Single Men
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)		Top 9%Metuchen Median Family Income
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)		Top 9%Metuchen College Educated Adults
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)		Top 11%Metuchen People in Middle Class or Better
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)		Top 19%Metuchen Low Rate of Poverty
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 19%Metuchen Low Property Crime

Comparative Profile of Metuchen, NJ

Comparing Metuchen 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 Women109
Well-Paid Single Men109
Age of the Population87
Racial Diversity87
Female Share of the Population68
Senior Citizens67
Children Under 5 Years Old56
Male Share of the Population53

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married86
Average Household Size64

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults109
Median Family Income108
People in Middle Class or Better98
People Above Poverty96

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use1010
Working at Home98
Walking and Biking to Work56
Short Commute Times13

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals45
People Living Alone45
Housing Recently Built24
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22
Affordability of Rents24
Affordability of Property Taxes14

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime96
Low Violent Crime86

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