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Parsippany, New Jersey

Introduction to Parsippany, New Jersey

Parsippany, New Jersey is 15 miles NW of Newark, New Jersey. It is in Morris County. The town is part of the Newark metro area. The population of Parsippany is 50,649.

Parsippany History

Originally, Parsippany was a part of Hanover Township. It was incorporated on March 12, 1928. The town of Parsippany derived its name from the Lenape Native American word parsipanong, meaning "the place where the river winds through the valley.” In 2006, Parsippany was ranked 17th in Money Magazine‘s list of Best Places to Live in the United States. It moved up to 13th position in 2008.

Parsippany and nearby Attractions

  • Fosterfields Living Historical Farm
  • Whippany Railway Museum
  • Morris Museum
  • Old Troy County Park
  • Morristown National Historical Park
  • Stickley Museum

Things To Do In Parsippany

The town of Parsippany offers a number of recreational facilities and services. These include bowling alleys, picnic areas, basketball and volleyball courts and a softball complex. In addition, the Parsippany Recreation Department organizes several sports activities and events throughout the year.

Parsippany Transportation

The nearest major airport is Newark International Airport.

Parsippany Higher Education

Drew University provides facilities for higher studies.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 5%trophyParsippany Low Violent Crime
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)		Top 5%trophyParsippany Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)		Top 6%Parsippany Well-Paid Single Women
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 10%Parsippany Low Property Crime
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)		Top 11%Parsippany Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)		Top 11%Parsippany People in Middle Class or Better
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)		Top 14%Parsippany Low Rate of Poverty
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)		Top 16%Parsippany College Educated Adults
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)		Top 19%Parsippany Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Parsippany, NJ

Comparing Parsippany 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 Men109
Well-Paid Single Women109
Male Share of the Population88
Age of the Population85
Racial Diversity89
Senior Citizens54
Children Under 5 Years Old34
Female Share of the Population33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married75
Average Household Size54

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better97
Median Family Income98
People Above Poverty97
College Educated Adults98

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use75
Working at Home65
Short Commute Times48
Walking and Biking to Work35

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
People Living Alone67
Seasonal and Vacation Housing55
Housing Recently Built47
Affordability of Rents35
Affordability of Property Taxes14

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime108
Low Property Crime106

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