Summit

Summit is a city in Union County, New Jersey, United States.

Welcome to Summit

Summit is a city in Union County, New Jersey, United States. At the 2010 United States Census, the city's population was 21,457, reflecting an increase of 326 (+1.5%) from the 21,131 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 1,374 (+7.0%) from the 19,757 counted in the 1990 Census.
 
Originally incorporated as Summit Township by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on March 23, 1869, from portions of New Providence Township (now Berkeley Heights) and Springfield Township, Summit was reincorporated as a city on March 8, 1899.
 
Possible derivations of Summit's name include its location atop the Second Watchung Mountain; the Summit Lodge, the house to which jurist James Kent moved in 1837 and which stands today at 50 Kent Place Boulevard; and to a local sawmill owner who granted passage to the Morris and Essex Railroad for a route to "the summit of the Short Hills".

Overview for Summit, NJ

22,598 people live in Summit, where the median age is 39.7 and the average individual income is $93,807. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

22,598

Total Population

39.7 years

Median Age

High

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

$93,807

Average individual Income

Around Summit, NJ

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

85
Very Walkable
Walking Score
48
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score
43
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including UNTUCKit, City Workshop Men's Supply Co, and Nomahegan Park.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
UNTUCKit Logo
Shopping 1.77 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
City Workshop Men's Supply Co Logo
Shopping 4.58 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Nomahegan Park Logo
Active 3.94 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Fitness Inc Training Studios Logo
Active 4.79 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Health in Motion Logo
Active 4.82 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.03 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Summit, NJ

Population Households Employment

Summit has 7,853 households, with an average household size of 2.85. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Summit do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 22,598 people call Summit home. The population density is 3,770.08 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

22,598

Total Population

High

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

39.7

Median Age

48.14 / 51.86%

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
7,853

Total Households

2.85

Average Household Size

$93,807

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

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

Schools in Summit, NJ

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Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Summit. 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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Name
Category
Grades
School rating

Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® 3935660

$4,450,000

66 Fernwood Rd, Summit City, NJ 07901
7 Beds 5.5 Baths 8,244 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 3896502

$4,350,000

281 Summit Ave, Summit City, NJ 07901
6 Beds 5 Baths
For Sale
MLS® 3935634

$4,200,000

26 Ridge Rd, Summit City, NJ 07901
9 Beds 6.5 Baths
Pending
MLS® 3931875

$3,850,000

18 Dorchester Rd, Summit City, NJ 07901
5 Beds 6.5 Baths
For Sale
MLS® 3923879

$3,700,000

45 Woodmere Dr, Summit City, NJ 07901
5 Beds 7.5 Baths
For Sale
MLS® 3908225

$2,755,000

67 Tulip St, Summit City, NJ 07901
4 Beds 4.5 Baths 3,500 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 3929847

$2,400,000

5 Tulip St, Summit City, NJ 07901
4 Beds 4.5 Baths
Pending
MLS® 3932039

$2,375,000

21 Fernwood Rd, Summit City, NJ 07901
5 Beds 4 Baths
For Sale
MLS® 3922320

$1,999,000

42 Stockton Rd, Summit City, NJ 07901
6 Beds 5 Baths
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Address

309 SPRINGFIELD AVE SUMMIT NJ 07901

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