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Madison

Madison

Home to Drew University and a charming downtown.

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Welcome to Madison

Madison has a wide range of housing opportunities, from garden apartments and starter homes to large residences. The housing choices are diverse and include a mix of Colonials, Victorians and mid-century brick homes.
 
Madison, NJ, is a small suburban community found in Morris County. Back in the 19th century, it acquired the nickname The Rose City because of its famous rose-growing industry, and it is still known by that name today. The town is approximately 25 miles west of New York City. The boroughs of Florham Park and Chatham are to the north and east, and Chatham Township, Harding Township, and Morris Township are to the south and west. Morristown and Summit are also nearby. Manhattan is readily accessible from Madison via bus or train. The town, with a population of approximately 16,000 and covering 4.2 square miles, is known for its good schools and low crime rate. The downtown is bustling, with small old-time shops, restaurants, and car dealerships as well as the popular Starbucks. It has become known for the number and quality of its restaurants. The town is also home to Drew University, with Fairleigh Dickinson University and The College of Saint Elizabeth next door.
 
The town’s mission is to “continue to build a friendly, attractive, safe and well-maintained community for citizens in which businesses prosper; public services and educational opportunities excel; history is preserved; and people live in good health and harmony.”
 
 

Overview for Madison, NJ

18,054 people live in Madison, where the median age is 36.1 and the average individual income is $73,985. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

18,054

Total Population

36.1 years

Median Age

High

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

$73,985

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Madison, NJ

Madison has 5,710 households, with an average household size of 2.7. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Madison do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 18,054 people call Madison home. The population density is 3,674.82 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

18,054

Total Population

High

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

36.1

Median Age

49.05 / 50.95%

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
5,710

Total Households

2.7

Average Household Size

$73,985

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 Madison, NJ

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The following schools are within or nearby Madison. 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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