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New Jersey

Garden State Delights

A Message from the Governor

Holcomb frequently travels throughout the state, visiting with Hoosiers about how to make Indiana the best place in the world to live, work, study, play and stay.

Governor Eric Holcomb

Eric Holcomb

About New Jersey

New Jersey, often called the “Garden State,” is a diverse and vibrant state located in the northeastern region of the United States. Known for its mix of urban sophistication, beautiful coastline, and historic significance, New Jersey offers a wide range of experiences for residents and visitors alike.

New Jersey’s landscapes are diverse, ranging from bustling urban areas to serene countryside. The state features beautiful beaches along the Atlantic Ocean, rolling hills in the northwest, and the scenic Pine Barrens in the south.

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Crimes Overview

New Jersey’s crime rates vary in comparison to the national average. While the murder rate is slightly higher, the state reports lower rates of rape, assault, kidnapping, and theft. Robbery is a concern as it exceeds the national average. New Jersey experiences significantly lower rates of burglary, arson, vandalism, blackmail, and motor vehicle theft.

The state also has a lower rate of identity theft and drug offenses. Weapon law violations are significantly lower as well, highlighting some positive aspects of New Jersey’s crime statistics.

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New Jersey Crime Rates by City

Absecon

Bernardsville

Bloomingdale

Cranford Township

Dumont

East Brunswick Township

Eatontown

Elizabeth

Elmwood Park

Emerson

Englewood

Franklin

Gloucester Township

Hackensack

Hamilton Township, Mercer County

Hanover Township

Hawthorne

Hillsborough Township

Hillside Township

Hoboken

Island Heights

Jefferson Township

Kenilworth

Lakehurst

Lawrence Township, Mercer County

Lodi

Lyndhurst Township

Madison

Milltown

Mine Hill Township

Montclair

Morristown

Newark

North Plainfield

Oradell

Pompton Lakes

Princeton

Rahway

Rochelle Park Township

Rockaway Township

Roxbury Township

Saddle River

Seaside Park

Secaucus

Shrewsbury

South Amboy

South Brunswick Township

South River

Sparta Township

Springfield Township, Union County

Stafford Township

Stanhope

Verona

Wallington

Wanaque

Westfield

Westwood

Wharton

Woodcliff Lake

Woodland Park

Wyckoff Township

Metropolitan Counties

Atlantic