New Providence

It is located on the Passaic River, which forms the county boundary with Morris County.

Welcome to New Providence

New Providence is a borough on the northwestern edge of Union County, New Jersey, United States. It is located on the Passaic River, which forms the county boundary with Morris County.
 
As of the 2010 United States Census, the population was 12,171, reflecting an increase of 264 (+2.2%) from the 11,907 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 468 (+4.1%) from the 11,439 counted in the 1990 Census.

Overview for New Providence, NJ

13,570 people live in New Providence, where the median age is 43.3 and the average individual income is $73,225. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

13,570

Total Population

43.3 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$73,225

Average individual Income

Around New Providence, NJ

There's plenty to do around New Providence, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

73
Very Walkable
Walking Score
50
Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Digital Press Videogames, UNTUCKit, and Nomahegan Park.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Shopping 3.82 miles 15 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 3.53 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.87 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.17 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.87 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.4 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for New Providence, NJ

New Providence has 4,944 households, with an average household size of 2.71. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in New Providence do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 13,570 people call New Providence home. The population density is 3,679.2 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

13,570

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

43.3

Median Age

48.12 / 51.88%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
4,944

Total Households

2.71

Average Household Size

$73,225

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in New Providence, NJ

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The following schools are within or nearby New Providence. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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