All 21 counties of NJ with county seats, populations, land area and year formed, plus North, Central and South Jersey groupings and what counties do.
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Living in NJ
A practical guide to living in New Jersey. Compare towns and counties, understand the cost of living and property taxes, research schools and commutes, and find step-by-step moving guides for newcomers and long-time residents alike.
NJ State Flag: Buff Color, Seal Symbols, History and Etiquette
The NJ state flag puts the state coat of arms on a buff field. Learn its 1896 adoption, buff and Jersey blue colors, seal symbols and half-staff rules in NJ.
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Area Code 856: South Jersey Towns, Counties and Dialing Rules
Area code 856 covers Camden, Gloucester, Salem and Cumberland counties in South Jersey. See towns, 1999 history, 10-digit dialing and the 2035 exhaust forecast.
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Area Code 732 NJ: Towns, Counties, History and the 848 Overlay
Area code 732 covers Central NJ: Middlesex, Monmouth, northern Ocean and parts of Somerset and Union. Split from 908 in 1997, overlaid by 848 in 2001.
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Fun Facts About NJ: 36 Verified Firsts, Inventions and Legends
Fun facts about NJ: the first drive-in, Hoboken baseball in 1846, Edison at Menlo Park, the 1870 boardwalk, Monopoly streets, diners and the gas pump ban.
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Age of Consent in New Jersey: What the Law Says for Parents
The age of consent in NJ is 16, with a four-year gap rule for ages 13 to 15, age 18 for authority figures, no age mistake defense and an 18 marriage age.
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NJ State Symbols: Bird, Flower, Tree, Motto and Full List
NJ state symbols list: Eastern goldfinch state bird, violet state flower, red oak state tree, horse, blueberry, Garden State nickname and motto facts.
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NJ Gun Permit Guide: Fees, NJ FARS Steps and Requirements
How to get an NJ gun permit: FPIC $50, handgun purchase permit $25, carry permit $200, NJ FARS steps, fingerprints, references and age rules explained.
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How to Become a Notary in NJ: Requirements, Steps and Costs
How to become a notary in NJ: age and residency rules, the six-hour course and exam, DORES application, county clerk oath within 3 months and fees.
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NJ Divorce Laws: Grounds, Residency, Alimony and Property
NJ divorce laws explained: no-fault grounds, the 12-month residency rule, $300 filing fee, equitable distribution, alimony types and child support basics.
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