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Washington, New Jersey

Introduction to Washington, New Jersey

Washington, New Jersey is 22 miles NE of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania (center to center) and 42 miles W of Newark, New Jersey. Located in Warren county, the population of the town is 6,712.

Washington History

In 1868, the borough of Washington separated from the Washington Township, and was officially incorporated on February 20th, 1868. Numerous transportation routes were established in the 19th century, including the Morris & Essex Railroad and the Morris Canal. As a result, the community experienced significant growth and development and soon became a center for farmers from surrounding townships. In the later half of the 19th and 20th century, Washington emerged as a major producer of musical instruments, especially organs. Since Washington was within commutable distance of the New York City area, it experienced large population growth in the post World War II years.

Washington and Nearby Attractions

  • Hackettstown Historical Museum
  • Stroud Mansion
  • Old Stone House Village
  • Black River & Western Railroad
  • Hacklebarney State Park
  • Leonard Buck Garden

Things To Do In Washington

The Hackettstown Historical Museum, Warren County Historical Society Museum, Hunterdon Historical Museum, and Lebanon Museum display artifacts and memorabilia of historical importance. The Red Mill Museum Village is a former mill and includes a general store, a schoolhouse, and a working blacksmith shop. Hunterdon Museum of Art is a historical mill featuring modern and contemporary works of art. Waterloo Village, and Stroud Mansion are two historical sites located close to Washington. A variety of recreational amenities are provided by the Hacklebarney State Park, Stephens State Park, Spruce Run Recreational Area, Schooleys Mountain Park, and Round Valley Recreational Area. Among the other popular destinations are Leonard Buck Garden, Black River & Western Railroad, and theme parks such as Wild West City and Northlandz.

Washington Transportation

Air transportation is available from the Lehigh Valley International Airport.

Washington Higher Education

Washington is home to the Warren County Community College. Other colleges nearby are Lafayette College, Northampton County Area Community College, and Rariton Valley Community College.

High Points

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

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Well-Paid Single Men
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Top 17%Washington Well-Paid Single Men

Comparative Profile of Washington, NJ

Comparing Washington 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
Male Share of the Population99
Well-Paid Single Men96
Well-Paid Single Women85
Racial Diversity65
Children Under 5 Years Old56
Age of the Population42
Senior Citizens33
Female Share of the Population22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size53
Portion of People Married32

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income84
People Above Poverty74
People in Middle Class or Better74
College Educated Adults64

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use62
Working at Home55
Short Commute Times24
Walking and Biking to Work12

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals109
People Living Alone89
Affordability of Rents38
Seasonal and Vacation Housing23
Affordability of Property Taxes26
Housing Recently Built11

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