What is New Jersey Like?

If you’re not from New Jersey or the Tri-State area and you’ve never visited, you may not be familiar with what New Jersey has to offer. This ranges from tourists, both international and domestic, to people moving, or to businesses looking to relocate or expand operations. Choosing the right place to settle down is a major decision and depends on a variety of factors. If New Jersey is on your radar, you’re probably wondering what it’s all about. Here’s what you need to know before making the move to the Garden State.

Weather & Climate

From hot summers to snowy winters, New Jersey gets a little bit of everything. We have four beautiful seasons, each with its own appeal and charming character. The average temperature in the warmer months tends to hang around the mid-70s to mid-80s, while the winter months drop down quite a bit to the mid-30s. Typically, New Jersey weather is nothing to complain about and residents experience four relatively mild, yet very distinct seasons throughout the year.

COST OF LIVING​

While New Jersey’s cost of living is on par with other Northeastern states, we offer all the accessibility with more affordable real estate costs than New York City, Boston, and the Bay Area. While the cost of living may be slightly on the higher end compared to some other regions, the economy helps drive higher income levels for both employees and businesses alike. If you want to get more bang for your buck, you can do it here. New Jersey is regularly considered one of the best places to live and was ranked as one of the five happiest states. It is also the #1 state to raise a child and has the #1 public school system.

EDUCATION & WORKFORCE​

If you want to know what New Jersey is like, you should definitely know that we are home to one of the most highly educated workforces in America. From the highest concentration of scientists and engineers to our nationally-ranked universities to quality public schools, New Jersey sets the standard for producing the next generation of brilliant minds. We have the second highest high school graduation rate in the country and 40% of our workforce graduates with a bachelor’s degree or higher. The bottom line is that we want our students to succeed, and we invest in them early on to make that happen.

Infrastructure

New Jersey’s world-class infrastructure encompasses nearly 3,000 miles of interstates and highways, as well as a robust rail, bus, and cargo network. Interstate 95/New Jersey Turnpike alone connects all chief metropolitan markets from New England to Florida. Wherever you need to go, you can get there from New Jersey through the Newark Airport, public transit between NJ Transit and Amtrak, as well as the Port of New York/New Jersey.

DIVERSITY​

Although we are the 4th smallest state in the U.S., our size does not limit our ability to be diverse. With 225 foreign company headquarters, New Jersey continues to welcome international investment with open arms. We are also home to the highest percentage of jobs generated by immigrant-owned businesses and the highest percent of foreign-born STEM workers. Our public school system, starting from pre-k, ensures that students have a globalized and inclusive education through state-mandated public school curriculums. New Jersey’s diversity is reflected in our food, music, and art. We are also home to Jersey City – the #1 most culturally diverse city in the U.S.

DISCOVER OUR STATE WITH CHOOSE NEW JERSEY​

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to do business in New Jersey, you’ve come to the right place. Choose New Jersey is a privately-funded economic development organization focused on stimulating capital investment and job creation in our state. Our knowledgeable and experienced staff will provide you with a complimentary range of services to guide your company in establishing operations here. Contact us today to learn more about what we can do for you.