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Introduction to Morris Plains, New Jersey
Morris Plains, New Jersey, in Morris County, is 3 miles SW of Parsippany, New Jersey and 17 miles W of Newark, New Jersey. About 5,236 people live in Morris Plains.
Morris Plains History
An act of the New Jersey Legislature incorporated Morris Plains in 1926. It once encompassed the present counties of Morris, Sussex and Warren. It was named in honor of New Jersey Governor Lewis Morris.
Morris Plains and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Morris Plains
The Cora Hartshorn Arboretum & Bird Sanctuary is a popular attraction near Morris Plains. Wild West City and the Turtle Back Zoo are popular local spots as well. The Drake House Museum houses several artifacts relating to the area's history. Local parks include Tourne County Park, Hacklebarney State Park, Duke Island Park, Round Valley Recreation Area and Weequahic Park.
Morris Plains Transportation
Newark Liberty International Airport is a major airport nearby.
Morris Plains Higher Education
The closest colleges to Morris Town include Seton Hall University, William Paterson University, CUNY - College of Staten Island, Centenary College, and Kean University.
Morris Plains strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Jersey):
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| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 4% |  |
| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 6% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 6% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers) | Top 6% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 6% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 8% | |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 11% | |
Comparing Morris Plains to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
| Low Property Crime | | |
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