New Jersey
New Jersey

More Than the Shore

Bold, innovative and exciting, New Jersey is the place to be.

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From dense urban areas like Newark and Jersey City to green countrysides and charming villas, New Jersey offers diverse places to live. Families flock to the Jersey Shore during warm summer months while many outdoor lovers venture to the Skylands for hiking, hunting and camping.

New Jersey has a diverse and innovative economy that includes major pharmaceuticals, life sciences, financial services, advanced manufacturing, renewable energy, and transportation and logistics sectors. Twenty-one Fortune 500 companies are headquartered in the state, which also has operations for more than 1,100 multinational companies representing 40 nations. The state ranks sixth for foreign direct investment. With a Gross Domestic Product of $1.1 billion, if it were a standalone country, New Jersey would rank as the 19th-largest economy in the world.

Newark, New Jersey, is known for its glamorous performing arts venues, premium outlet mall, museums, and the largest collection of cherry blossoms.
Where to Live Now

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Quick Facts About New Jersey

Median Household Income
$101,724
Average Property Tax
$9,541
State Population
9,339,889
Sales Tax Rate
6.625 %
State Income Tax
1.40%%
Median Monthly Rent
$1,401

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