Edison, NJ

Edison, NJ

A diverse and vibrant community with excellent schools and convenient location

107588 residents
$450000
$96000/yr
8/10 schools

About Edison

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About Edison

Edison is a diverse township located in Middlesex County, New Jersey. Known for its excellent school system, convenient location, and vibrant community, Edison offers residents a high quality of life with easy access to major cities like New York and Philadelphia. The township features numerous parks, shopping centers, and cultural attractions, making it an ideal place for families and professionals alike.

City Highlights

  • Excellent public school system ranked among the best in New Jersey
  • Diverse community with rich cultural heritage
  • Convenient location with easy access to NYC and Philadelphia
  • Home to Middlesex County College and numerous parks
  • Thriving business community with major corporate offices

Living in Edison

  • Named after inventor Thomas Edison who had his research laboratory in the Menlo Park section
  • Features Roosevelt Park, home to the county's first public golf course
  • Hosts numerous cultural festivals throughout the year
  • Home to New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center
  • Offers over 30 parks and recreational facilities

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Demographics

Edison has an average household size of 2.63 people and a median age of 38.5 years. About 28% of households have children.

Edison Market Analytics

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Market Overview

Edison is currently a seller's market with a median home price of $485,000 and 45 active listings. The average home sells in about 21 days.

💡 Prices trending upward with strong buyer demand. Great time to sell as inventory remains low.

Median Price

$485,000

Average: $550,000

Price per Sq.Ft

$305

Based on recent sales

Market Activity

124

45 active, 11 pending, 68 sold

Market Competition

Avg. Days on Market

21

Sale to List Ratio

102.5%

Price Drops

8

Market Type

seller's

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Lifestyle in Edison

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Lifestyle & Demographics

Median Income

$96K

Families with Kids

28%

Population

107.6K

Avg Household Size

2.63

Who lives in Edison?

18%

Single-Male Families

27%

Single-Female Families

55%

Couple Families

Age & Gender Distribution

Median Age

38.5

Age Distribution

Under 3438%
38%
35-4416%
16%
45-5415%
55+31%
31%

Gender Distribution

Gender

Female

51%

Male

49%

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Schools in Edison

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Neighborhoods in Edison

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North Edison

North Edison

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Clara Barton

Clara Barton

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Nixon

Nixon

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Metuchen-Edison Border

Metuchen-Edison Border

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Amenities in Edison

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Dining

  • Pines Manor - Upscale banquet hall and restaurant
  • Metuchen Inn - Historic fine dining establishment
  • Tumi - Popular Peruvian restaurant
  • E&J's Deli - Local favorite for breakfast and lunch
  • China Bistro - Well-regarded Chinese restaurant

Shopping

  • Menlo Park Mall - Major shopping center with over 100 stores
  • Oak Tree Road - Known for Indian shops and restaurants
  • Middlesex Mall - Convenient shopping center with various retailers
  • Inman Grove Shopping Center - Neighborhood shopping center
  • Edison Crossroads - Shopping plaza with various stores

Parks & Recreation

  • Roosevelt Park - Large county park with lake, walking paths, and picnic areas
  • Papaianni Park - Features playground, tennis courts, and amphitheater
  • Edison Woods Preserve - Natural wooded area with hiking trails
  • Dismal Swamp Preserve - Ecological preserve with wildlife viewing
  • Thomas Edison Park - Historic park near the inventor's former laboratory

Getting Around Edison

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Public Transit

Edison is served by the Northeast Corridor train line with the Metropark and Edison stations providing direct service to New York City, Philadelphia, and other major destinations. NJ Transit buses also connect Edison to surrounding communities and transportation hubs.

Train Stations:

  • Metropark Station - Northeast Corridor Line
  • Edison Station - Northeast Corridor Line

Driving & Commuting

The township is conveniently located near major highways including the New Jersey Turnpike, Garden State Parkway, I-287, and Route 1, making it easy to travel throughout the region by car.

Average Commute Time:

35 minutes

Major Highways:

NJ Turnpike (I-95)Garden State ParkwayI-287Route 1Route 27