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Cranford

Cranford

An idyllic choice and a premier Union County community.

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Welcome to Cranford

Cranford has so much to offer – a bustling downtown, train station with service to Newark and NY Penn Station and charming established neighborhoods filled with character. Cranford’s proximity 18 miles west of New York City and the Garden State Parkway make it a great choice for commuters.
 
The Rahway River is a key feature of the town’s geography, allowing for river views from many homes as well as recreation. It even has its own Canoe Club. How cool is that? Cranford is also home to Union County College.
 
Cranford homes are not cookie-cutter. There are lots of charming older Victorian and Colonial homes, plus smaller Cape Cods, new construction, and even a variety of rental options, particularly surrounding the train station.
 
Local events like Restaurant Week, the Cranford Film Festival, and the annual Halloween Scarecrow Stroll add a touch of fun to life in this quintessential NJ small town.
 
Cranford is an idyllic choice and a premier Union County community known for its well-regarded schools, multiple parks, and sense of community.
 
 

Overview for Cranford, NJ

23,823 people live in Cranford, where the median age is 42.7 and the average individual income is $66,365. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

23,823

Total Population

42.7 years

Median Age

High

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

$66,365

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Cranford, NJ

Cranford has 9,029 households, with an average household size of 2.61. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Cranford do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 23,823 people call Cranford home. The population density is 5,020.14 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

23,823

Total Population

High

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

42.7

Median Age

49.81 / 50.19%

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
9,029

Total Households

2.61

Average Household Size

$66,365

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 Cranford, NJ

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The following schools are within or nearby Cranford. 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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