The city of Elizabeth, New Jersey, contains just about any amenity a person could want or need, and provides easy access to public transportation. Founded in 1664, the 13.6 square-mile city’s layout features circumferential and radial streets centered on the central railroad station. Its median age is 34.9 (2022). Manufacturing, including food products, chemicals, and machinery, dominate its economy.

The Union Square neighborhood—like the park for which it is named—is a cultural crossroads at the intersection of Midtown and Downtown Manhattan. This small but bustling area is home to chic restaurants, hip galleries, eclectic shopping, and trendy nightlife. While Union Square is largely a commercial area, those who have discovered its laid-back charm feel like they’ve stumbled upon a well-kept secret. Residents—who live mostly in mid-rise buildings—value the convenience of so many neighborhood amenities, and the accessibility that comes from several subway lines converging under the Park. Union Square is also an easy walk to nearby neighborhoods, including Chelsea, Flatiron, Gramercy, and the Village.

Jersey City, New Jersey, sits on a low-lying peninsula overlooking the Hudson River, adjacent to New York City. The 21 square-mile city was founded in 1820. Its median age is 34.2 (2022). It serves as a transportation terminus, and distribution and manufacturing center, for the Port of New York and New Jersey. The city, a.k.a., "Wall Street West," is also one of the nation’s largest centers of banking and finance.

Trenton is the capital city of New Jersey, located on the Delaware River, bordering Pennsylvania. Founded in 1719, it covers 8.2 square miles today, and has a median age of 35 (2022). The railroad, trucking, metalworking, electrical, and textile industries are among the main drivers of its economy.

Essentially a large basin sloping towards the Passaic River, Newark, New Jersey, is the state’s largest city. Founded in 1666, today it covers 25.8 square miles, and has a median age of 34.5 (2022). In addition to being one of the U.S.’ major hubs for air, rail and shipping, its major industries include manufacturing, printing, publishing, and insurance.