2024 Best Counties to Live in New Jersey

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  Rating 4.36 out of 5  55 reviews

Current Resident: Have not had a single bad experience since living in Somerset county. Close to train station which gives direct access to NYC, work is 10 minutes from my house at the local hospital, kind people all around my area, etc. I enjoy living in this county and am not looking to go anywhere else.... Read 55 reviews

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• Population 344,978

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  Rating 4.42 out of 5  12 reviews

Current Resident: Ever since I moved here back in 2021, I have never had any problems/issues, and everything is easily accessible when it comes to what I purchase/need on a daily basis.... Read 12 reviews

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• Population 860,147

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  28 reviews

Current Resident: Great area thats close to the city, mountains and shore. Plenty of shopping, restaurants and things 'to do'.... Read 28 reviews

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• Population 953,243

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  Rating 4.37 out of 5  27 reviews

Current Resident: Morris county is a perfect location for anyone looking to start a family, especially for those who plan to commute to New York City each day. There is a variety of public transportation available throughout the county that make this feat extremely easy. Not only that, but the suburban landscape of Morris county offers both downtown areas such as Morristown NJ, where residents can take advantage of the variety of eateries and nightlife opportunities, as well as ample access to hiking and biking trails throughout the county. Morris county also boasts proximity to the Poconos, where mountain lovers can get their fix, as well as a short 75-minute trip to the nearest beach. All in all, Morris County is a great place to live!... Read 27 reviews

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• Population 508,816

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  Rating 4.31 out of 5  13 reviews

Current Resident: I came to Mercer County as a college student and stayed because I fell into the community. I'm proud to have so many community resources in my county and have learned to take advantage of them.... Read 13 reviews

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• Population 383,732

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  Rating 4.17 out of 5  12 reviews

Current Resident: Monmouth County has it all beaches, shopping and just a short commute to NYC and Philadelphia. Come see for yourself concerts on the beach,shopping at the outlets or a delicious meal in Red Bank. We love it here and so will you.... Read 12 reviews

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• Population 643,064

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  Rating 4.57 out of 5  14 reviews

Current Resident: I love it here! I know a lot of kids would be to differ but it's just a really nice place to live. The scenery is SO pretty and there's a lot of nature. I feel like most people are friendly too and it's a really safe area. My favorite part is personally downtown Clinton simply because the vibes are simply immaculate. The only problem is bc it's pretty small there's not TOO much to do. But besides that I've lived here since I was 1 and it's a cute area.... Read 14 reviews

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• Population 129,099

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  Rating 4.03 out of 5  36 reviews

Current Resident: I like how there are many nearby shopping locations. I wish Burlington City had festivals and parades like in Bordentown City. I also wish some old buildings would be demolished, like the empty Checkers.... Read 36 reviews

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• Population 461,853

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  Rating 4.27 out of 5  11 reviews

Former Resident: I believe that over the 10 years of living in Hudson County, I have felt safe throughout my town. Not to mention, welcomed by the huge community we have! The community provides several activities throughout holidays and does a great job bringing everyone together. Hudson County also contains a variety of people with different background and has an endless amount of stores. My family and I never had a problem with buying things because you can find anything and everything near you. For instance, convienence stores, gas stations, grocery stores, different types of restaurants, crafts stores, and the list goes on! Moreover, Hudson County has several transportation opportunities. There are several bus and train stations that allow you to travel to several areas, including New York. With that being said, the county contains a beautiful view of New York City and contains many areas to admire the city.... Read 11 reviews

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• Population 712,029

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  Rating 4.38 out of 5  55 reviews

Current Resident: Union County is a suburban region that incorporates diversified populations and offers varying opportunities for all.... Read 55 reviews

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• Population 572,079

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  12 reviews

Current Resident: This is a great place to grow up at, I remember my childhood being a blast running around town. Looking at it now the only thing I would like to see change is the amount of litter you can find in the parking lots.... Read 12 reviews

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• Population 302,621

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  Rating 4.44 out of 5  9 reviews

Current Resident: I love the community in Cape May County. I love how safe I feel walking the streets of Cape May and would not want to be anywhere else but the South Jersey shore.... Read 9 reviews

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• Population 95,456

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  Rating 4.47 out of 5  15 reviews

Current Resident: I like how Sussex County feels like a community, and everyone is welcoming. The schools try are academically challenging, and the teachers try their best to from relationships with the students and push them beyond their limits. The environment feels safe and secure in most areas, and it is very family friendly. The commute time is difficult for some people though. There is some diversity. There are many job opportunities, especially in the area of teaching.... Read 15 reviews

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• Population 144,808

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  Rating 3.56 out of 5  62 reviews

Nearby Resident: My family and I were bless to pura have our first house in Sicklerville which is close to Camden County. We moved about a year ago from the Bronx NY. It’s been an incredible year especially because we have many great firsts already in the house. In the Bronx it was difficult to have family gatherings because our apartments were so small. Now I’m our house we are able to bring our everyone for a huge sleepover during the holidays.... Read 62 reviews

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• Population 522,581

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  Rating 4.11 out of 5  9 reviews

Current Resident: Great place to live and raise a family! You get the best of both worlds with peace and quiet in the woods, close to the water, and do not have to travel far to find many businesses to shop!... Read 9 reviews

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• Population 274,339

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  12 reviews

Current Resident: It is overall a good county because mostly at South Warren County there is nightlife and also at North Warren County there are small towns and also pretty nice woods at small mountains so I lived there since I was born and it was pretty good to live there... Read 12 reviews

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• Population 109,739

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  Rating 3.57 out of 5  14 reviews

Current Resident: Ocean county is a place I have called home for the past 18 years. I have lived in a lot of the towns here, my favorite one definitely is Bayville. It is less busy and more houses then anything . It’s a nice a county with a lot to offer like the beach’s, boardwalks, malls, shopping centers, and fun activities. The only thing I would change is upgrading some of the buildings and making more places to eat and shop in the smaller towns. The schools are not bad either a lot of students know each other and get a long. It’s not to expensive either to live here, there are some more expensive neighbors and privates schools too which is nice.... Read 14 reviews

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• Population 638,691

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  Rating 3.36 out of 5  22 reviews

Current Resident: Good town. Lots of places to go, very safe, and amazing communities. Overall, nice place to raise a family.... Read 22 reviews

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• Population 853,374

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  29 reviews

Current Resident: Passaic County has been a great experience and also allows communities to be blended and United. I like that many places such as the mall , grocery stores, and restaurants are near by. I would like to see the cost of housing decrease , it is expensive but a nice place to live.... Read 29 reviews

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• Population 519,986

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  Rating 2 out of 5  4 reviews

• grade C

• grade B

• Population 64,840

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  Rating 3.33 out of 5  6 reviews

Current Resident: Cumberland County is generally a good county. We have lots of shopping, restaurants, parks, activities, etc.... Read 6 reviews

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• Population 153,588