Population & Workforce
A snapshot of Morris County’s population and employment
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The picturesque landscape of Morris County is home to thriving industries and communities.
Morris County is a major economic and cultural hub in northern New Jersey, known for its thriving corporate presence, excellent quality of life, and strong infrastructure. It is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders in pharmaceuticals, finance, and advanced manufacturing. The county is served by multiple NJ Transit rail lines, Interstate 287, and Route 80, providing convenient access to New York City and Newark Liberty International Airport. Towns like Morristown, Parsippany, and Madison offer a vibrant mix of historic charm, corporate campuses, and walkable downtowns filled with restaurants, shops, and performing arts venues. With top-ranked schools, expansive parks, and cultural institutions like the Mayo Performing Arts Center, Morris County combines economic vitality with a high standard of living.
wdt_ID | wdt_created_by | wdt_created_at | wdt_last_edited_by | wdt_last_edited_at | Company | Industry |
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14 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 06:15 PM | acoulter | 03/09/2025 01:57 AM | Atlantic Health System | Healthcare |
15 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 06:16 PM | acoulter | 03/09/2025 01:57 AM | Picatinny Arsenal | Industrial |
25 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 06:58 PM | acoulter | 03/09/2025 01:58 AM | Novartis | Life Sciences |
26 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 06:59 PM | acoulter | 03/09/2025 01:58 AM | Bayer | Life Sciences |
27 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 06:59 PM | acoulter | 03/09/2025 01:58 AM | Barclays | Financial Services |
28 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 06:59 PM | acoulter | 03/09/2025 01:59 AM | ADP | Business Services |
29 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 07:00 PM | acoulter | 03/09/2025 01:59 AM | Accenture | Information Technology |
30 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 07:00 PM | acoulter | 03/09/2025 01:59 AM | Deloitte & Toche | Financial Services |
31 | acoulter | 01/09/2025 07:01 PM | acoulter | 03/09/2025 01:59 AM | Saint Clare’s Health | Healthcare |
32 | acoulter | 03/09/2025 01:59 AM | acoulter | 03/09/2025 01:59 AM | PricewaterhouseCoopers | Professional Services |
Source: Zoominfo and Dunn & Bradstreet, 2023
A snapshot of Morris County’s population and employment
Total Population
Labor Force
JobsEQ using data from American Community Survey 2017-2021
A snapshot of the scale and market potential of key cities and townships in Morris County
Parsippany-Troy Hills
Mount Olive
Randolph
Rockaway Township
Roxbury
Morris Township
Source: U.S. Census July 2022
A snapshot of Morris County’s diverse population
White
Black
Hispanic (of all races)
Asian
Other
Source: JobsEQ using data from American Community Survey 2017-2021
Levels of education acquired by Morris County residents
High School Diploma
Associates Degree
Bachelor’s Degree
Post-Graduate Studies
Source: JobsEQ using data from American Community Survey 2017-2021
Understanding Morris County’s tax structure and rates
6.5% for > $0
7.5% for > $50,000
9.0% for > $100,000
11.5% for > $10,000,000
1.4%-10.75%
6.625% Sales Tax
None
None
None
No state property tax
41.4 cents
wdt_ID | wdt_created_by | wdt_created_at | wdt_last_edited_by | wdt_last_edited_at | Institution Name | Type | Undergrad | Graduate |
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1 | choosenjstg | 21/08/2025 06:24 PM | acoulter | 04/09/2025 07:32 PM | County College of Morris | 2-Year | 8,511 | N/A |
2 | acoulter | 02/09/2025 10:27 PM | acoulter | 03/09/2025 02:07 AM | Drew University | 4-year | 1,690 | 715 |
3 | acoulter | 03/09/2025 02:07 AM | acoulter | 03/09/2025 02:07 AM | Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus | 4-year | 2,548 | 997 |
Source: Office of the Secretary of Higher Education (OSHE)
Morris County is connected to the country and world through its nearby airports, seaports, and railways.
Morris County is connected to the country and world through its nearby airports, seaports, and railways.
Source: JobsEQ using data from American Community Survey 2017-2021
Source: NJ Transit
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