Newark, New Jersey

Newark: The most populous city in New Jersey and the center of the Newark metropolitan area. It is located on the east bank of the Passaic River. Newark is known for its history as a manufacturing center, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Newark Museum and the Prudential Center.

About

Newark is a city located in the county of Essex in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Its population at the 2010 census was 277,140 and a population density of 4,134 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 282,520 inhabitants.

The city was created 399 years ago in 1624.

Newark was established in 1666 and played a role in the American Revolution as well as the industrial revolution in the 19th century. Located just 8 miles from New York City, Newark became an important industrial hub, home to railroads, ports, and manufacturing.

However, the city declined in the 1950s through the 1990s due to suburbanization, civil unrest, and aging infrastructure. Recently Newark has been revitalizing through new development and investment.

Newark Today

Today Newark is New Jersey’s largest city with over 280,000 residents in the metro area. Key facts about modern Newark:

  • An international airport and seaport still provide major transportation infrastructure.
  • Revitalization of the downtown area includes corporate headquarters, 2 universities, an arena, museum, and other amenities.
  • Nearly 40% of residents commute to New York City for work.
  • Largest city in the state and cultural hub for New Jersey's urban population.

However, challenges like crime, poverty, and unemployment still affect some neighborhoods. Overall the city continues to recover from decades of population decline and disinvestment.

Attractions and Culture

Newark is home to renowned performing arts and culture:

  • New Jersey Performing Arts Center - Home of the NJ Symphony Orchestra and Broadway tours
  • Prudential Center - Major sports and entertainment arena
  • Newark Museum - Impressive art and science exhibits
  • Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart - A magnificent Gothic-style cathedral

Newark also has a strong music heritage as home to Whitney Houston, Queen Latifah, Shaquille O’Neal and others. Overall the city offers a unique urban New Jersey experience with diversity and evolving renewal efforts.

Newark locator map
Location of Newark on New Jersey map.

Quick Facts about Newark

Population : 282,520 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : New Jersey (United States)
County : Essex County
Postal code : 07100–07199
Phone Area Codes : 862, 973
Area : 67.04 km2
Official name : Newark
Named for : Newark-on-Trent
Altitude : 10 feet / 3 meters
Capital city : Newark is capital of Essex County
Establishment : January 01, 1625 (399 years ago)
Time Zone : Eastern Time Zone
Local time : 15:49:06 (30th October 2024)
Density : 4,214 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth : 1.9% (2010-2020)
Newark  New Jersey at night image
Newark New Jersey at night
Newark  New Jersey at night image

Geography

Newark is located at 40°44'8"N 74°10'21"W (40.7356600, -74.1723700). It has 11 neighbors: Belleville, Bloomfield, East Newark, East Orange, Elizabeth, Harrison, Irvington, Jersey City, Kearny, Maplewood and South Orange.

Newark map

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Newark has 11 neighbours.

  • Belleville township in New Jersey
  • Bloomfield township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States
  • East Newark town
  • East Orange The most populous city in Essex County, New Jersey. It is located in the northeastern part of the county. East Orange is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the New Jersey Performing Arts Center and the East Orange Public Library.
  • Elizabeth The second most populous city in Union County, New Jersey. It is located in central New Jersey. Elizabeth is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Elizabethport Historical Society and the Elizabethtown Museum of History.
  • Harrison town in Hudson County, New Jersey, United States
  • Irvington township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States
  • Jersey City The second most populous city in New Jersey and the center of the Jersey City metropolitan area. It is located across the Hudson River from Manhattan. Jersey City is known for its diversity, its proximity to New York City, and its many attractions, such as the Liberty State Park and the Statue of
  • Kearny town in New Jersey
  • Maplewood township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States
  • South Orange town in Essex County, New Jersey

Demographics

The population of Newark increased by 1.9% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
1810 8,008 - census
1820 6,507 -23.07% census
1830 10,953 40.59% census
1840 17,290 36.65% census
1850 38,894 55.55% census
1860 71,941 45.94% census
1870 105,059 31.52% census
1880 136,508 23.04% census
1890 181,830 24.93% census
1900 246,070 26.11% census
1910 347,469 29.18% census
1920 414,524 16.18% census
1930 442,337 6.29% census
1940 429,760 -2.93% census
1950 438,776 2.05% census
1960 405,220 -8.28% census
1970 381,930 -6.1% census
1980 329,248 -16% census
1990 275,221 -19.63% census
2000 273,546 -0.61% census
2010 277,140 1.3% census
2011 277,574 0.16% estimation process
2012 277,594 0.01% estimation process
2013 278,121 0.19% estimation process
2014 278,936 0.29% estimation process
2015 279,636 0.25% estimation process
2016 280,681 0.37% estimation process
2017 281,237 0.2% estimation process
2018 281,752 0.18% estimation process
2019 282,011 0.09% estimation process
2020 282,520 0.18% estimation process

Newark zip code is 07102. County name: Essex, County fips: 34013

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People born in Newark (200)

People born in Newark, including German astronomer Emil Ernst, basketball player Granger Hall, Member of the New Jersey General Assembly Peter J. Biondi, .

List

  • Ron Carey (American actor) he was born in 11/12/1935
  • Harold Lockwood (actor (1887-1918)) he was born in 12/04/1887
  • John Eisele (American middle distance runner) he was born in 18/01/1884
  • Richard Meier (American architect) he was born in 12/10/1934
  • Matty Malneck (American jazz bandleader, violinist, violist and songwriter) he was born in 09/12/1903
  • Shaquille O'Neal (American basketball player) he was born in 06/03/1972
  • Mike Nazaruk (American racing driver) he was born in 02/10/1921
  • Al Haig (American pianist) he was born in 22/07/1922
  • Vinnie Burke (American musician) he was born in 15/03/1921
  • Aaron Burr (American Vice President and politician (1756-1836)) he was born in 06/02/1756
  • William Campbell (American actor) he was born in 30/10/1926
  • Dominic Anthony Marconi (Catholic bishop) he was born in 13/03/1927
  • Philip Roth (American novelist) he was born in 19/03/1933
  • Brian De Palma (American film director and screenwriter) he was born in 11/09/1940
  • Gerard Way (American musician and comic book writer) he was born in 09/04/1977
  • David Marciano (American actor) he was born in 07/01/1960
  • Stephen Crane (American novelist, short story writer, poet, and journalist) he was born in 01/11/1981
  • Ray Liotta (American actor) he was born in 18/12/1954

Schools in Newark

College & universities near Newark, NJ

Code Name City ZIP
186399 Rutgers University-Newark Newark (NJ) 07102
440794 Pillar College Newark (NJ) 07102
184481 Essex County College Newark (NJ) 07102
185828 New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark (NJ) 07102
437723 New Community Career & Technical Institute Newark (NJ) 07103-2419

Stations (17)

Amtrak & bus stations near Newark, NJ

Code Name Address Type
NWK Pennsylvania Station 1 Raymond Plaza West RAIL
EWR Newark Liberty International Airport Newark Liberty International Airport RAIL
NYP Pennsylvania Station 8th Ave 31st Street / 8th Ave 33rd Street RAIL
MET Metropark station 100 Middlesex-Essex Turnpike RAIL
YNY Yonkers station 5 Buena Vista Ave. RAIL

Post offices near Newark

Post Office Name City ZIP
Midtown Post Office Newark (NJ) 07102
Newark Post Office Newark (NJ) 07102
Harrison Post Office Harrison (NJ) 07029
Ironbound Post Office Newark (NJ) 07105
Springfield Av Post Office Newark (NJ) 07103

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  • Newark , California A city in Alameda County, California. It is located in the East Bay region of the state. Newark is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Newark Historical Society and the Newark Civic Center. with a population of 49,699 people.
  • Newark , Delaware city in New Castle County, Delaware, United States with a population of 33,849 people.
  • Newark , New York village in Wayne County, New York, United States with a population of 8,750 people.
  • Newark , Ohio city in Ohio, USA with a population of 2,152 people.
  • Newark , Wisconsin civil town in Rock County, Wisconsin with a population of 1,617 people.
  • Newark , Texas city in Texas, United States with a population of 1,251 people.
  • Newark , Arkansas city in Independece County, Arkansas, United States with a population of 1,193 people.
  • Newark , Michigan township in Gratiot County, Michigan with a population of 1,040 people.
  • Newark , Illinois village in Illinois with a population of 1,029 people.
  • Newark , Nebraska city in United States of America with a population of 199 people.
  • Newark , South Dakota city in United States of America with a population of 114 people.
  • Newark , Missouri village in Missouri with a population of 90 people.

Other cities in Essex County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Essex County , NJ. (more)

City Name Population Title
East Orange 64,630 The most populous city in Essex County, New Jersey.
Irvington 54,226 Township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States
Bloomfield 49,810 Township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States
West Orange 47,473 Township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States
Montclair 38,509 Township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States
Belleville 36,446 Township in New Jersey
Livingston 30,397 Township in New Jersey, United States
Orange 30,134 Township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States
Nutley 28,457 Township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States
Maplewood 25,985 Township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States
South Orange 17,295 Town in Essex County, New Jersey
Verona 13,637 Township in Essex County, New Jersey
Clinton 12,881 Town in New Jersey, United States
Cedar Grove 12,457 Township in Essex County, New Jersey
Caldwell 7,943 Town in Essex County, New Jersey, USA
Glen Ridge 7,570 Town in New Jersey

Distance to Other Cities

Newark distances to largest New Jersey cities