Maplewood, NJ
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 22,538 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | High |
| 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.
| Population [details] | 22,538 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 69.3% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 1320.32 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 54.20% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 37.48 °F/20.5 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 84.31 °F/63.5 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 46.82 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 4 |
| Cost of living [details] | 118.3 |
| State sales tax | 7.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | New York (17.15 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | NEWARK LIBERTY INTERNATIONAL (6.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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