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Introduction to Pequannock, New Jersey
Pequannock, New Jersey, in Morris county, is 2 miles NW of Wayne, New Jersey and 16 miles NW of Newark, New Jersey. The town is considered part of the Newark metropolitan area. Pequannock has a population of 13,888.
Pequannock History
During the 1720s, Pequannock was known as "Poquanick". At that time, it was a part of Hunterdon County. Pequannock was incorporated on February 21, 1798 as a township. It derived its name from an Algonquian term meaning "small farm."
Pequannock and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Pequannock
While staying at Pequannock you can visit the local parks for hiking, fishing and kayaking. In addition, you can also spend your leisure at the shopping centers or the movie theater of Pequannock.
Pequannock Transportation
Newark International Airport is close to the town.
Pequannock Higher Education
Higher educational opportunities are offered by the Caldwell College, Passaic County Community College, William Paterson University, Montclair State University and Ramapo College of New Jersey.
Pequannock 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 5% |  |
| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 6% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 10% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 11% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers) | Top 11% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 12% | |
| Low Property Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 15% | |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 17% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 19% | |
Comparing Pequannock to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):
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