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Introduction to Mountainside, New Jersey
Mountainside, New Jersey, in Union county, is 5 miles W of Union, New Jersey (center to center) and 10 miles SW of Newark, New Jersey. The town has a population of 6,602.
Mountainside History
In the 17th and early 18th century, this region was part of the Elizabethtown Township. Mountainside separated from Westfield in 1895. Early settlers were primarily English and Dutch. On September 24th, 1895, the "Freeholders" voted to incorporate Mountainside, which was named because of its location near the Watchung Mountains. Joseph W. Cory was the first elected mayor of the town.
Mountainside and Nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Mountainside
The American Museum of Natural History, the Morris Plains Museum, and the American Folk Art Museum have artifacts of historical importance on display. Parks located nearby are the Cheesequake State Park, Old Troy County Park, and the Edgemont Memorial Park. These parks feature nature trails and offer opportunitites for fishing, swimming, boating, and picnicking. The Turtle Back Zoo, and the New York Aquarium are other popular destinations in the area.
Mountainside Transportation
Air transportation is available from the the Newark International Airport.
Mountainside Higher Education
Union County College, Kean University, Drew University, and Seton Hall University are close by.
Mountainside strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Jersey):
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| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 4% |  |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 5% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 6% | |
| Low Property Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 8% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 8% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 10% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers) | Top 11% | |
| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 12% | |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 12% | |
Comparing Mountainside to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):
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| Low Property Crime | | |
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