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Where diversity thrives and opportunity awaits.

Jersey City pulses with an energetic, cosmopolitan vibe. It's a place where historic brownstones meet modern high-rises, and a strong sense of community permeates the diverse population. The city offers a more relaxed, yet equally exciting, alternative to Manhattan.

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COMMUNITY GUIDE · JERSEY CITY
Jersey City, Hudson County

City Snapshot

Population

292,449

County

Hudson County

Timezone

America/New_York

Median Income

$91,151

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Poison Control

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Domestic Violence Hotline

Child Abuse Hotline

Veterans Crisis Line

Jersey City Medical Center

CarePoint Health - Christ Hospital

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Long Beach High School

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Community Leaders

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Steven Fulop
Steven Fulop

Mayor of Jersey City

Democratic Party

A
Andy Kim

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

C
Cory Booker

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

Mikie Sherrill
Mikie Sherrill

Governor

Democratic Party