New jersey population density map
Here is a population density map of New Jersey:
Note: The map is based on the 2020 United States Census data and shows the population density per square mile (people per square mile).
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The map shows that the population density in New Jersey is highest in the northern and central parts of the state, particularly in the counties of Hudson, Essex, Bergen, and Passaic. These areas are home to many of the state's largest cities, including Newark, Jersey City, and Paterson.
The map also shows that the population density is lower in the southern and western parts of the state, particularly in the counties of Atlantic, Cape May, and Cumberland. These areas are more rural and have lower population densities.
Here are some key statistics about population density in New Jersey:
- The state's overall population density is approximately 1,215 people per square mile.
- The highest population density is in Hudson County, with a density of approximately 19,000 people per square mile.
- The lowest population density is in Cumberland County, with a density of approximately 150 people per square mile.
- The cities with the highest population densities in New Jersey are:
- Jersey City: approximately 20,000 people per square mile
- Newark: approximately 14,000 people per square mile
- Paterson: approximately 13,000 people per square mile
- Elizabeth: approximately 12,000 people per square mile