Maplewood, NJ

U.S. News Ratings
Population 22,418
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living High
Health Care Limited
Median Home Price High
Median Income High

Climate

Maplewood has a mild climate and is considered to have less humidity than nearby New York City.

Geography

The city is west of Newark and east of the South Mountain Reservation.

Recreation

Hiking is popular in the 2,047-acre South Mountain Reservation, a county park.

Historical

Maplewood was considered part of the nearby town of South Orange until 1922.

Economy

Though mostly a residential town, the city contains Hammond Inc., which publishes maps and atlases.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
22,418
Population under 55:
76.9%
Population over 55:
23.1%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
Newark

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Average
Temperature:
84°F July High, 20°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$72,644
Median home price:
$487,500
Average property tax:
$1,661

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
10.2%
High
Cost of living:
High

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
5
Middle schools:
2
High schools:
1

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
75
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
98

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
0/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
122/10
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
176/13

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
266

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