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Lincoln Park, NJ

Lincoln Park is a borough in Morris County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. As of the 2020 United States Census, the borough's population was 10,915, an increase of 394 (+3.7%) from the 2010 census count of 10,521, which in turn reflected a decline of 409 (−3.7%) from the 10,930 counted in the 2000 census.

Lincoln Park was incorporated as a borough by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on March 11, 1922, from portions of Pequannock Township. The borough was reincorporated on February 26, 1925. The borough was named for President Abraham Lincoln. The borough is situated in the easternmost part of Morris County bordering both Essex and Passaic counties along the Passaic and Pompton rivers.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough had a total area of 6.91 square miles (17.91 km2), including 6.40 square miles (16.57 km2) of land and 0.52 square miles (1.34 km2) of water (7.47%).

Lincoln Park is located near St. Joseph's Health - Wayne Hospital, ensuring that residents have access to comprehensive healthcare services and specialized treatments. There are also health and wellness centers around.  Yoga Peace Studio offers a variety of yoga classes including Hatha, Vinyasa, and Yin Yoga. SunMoon Yoga provides classes in various yoga styles such as Ashtanga, Kundalini, and Restorative Yoga. Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa offers massages, facials, and spa treatments. Elements Massage provides therapeutic massages and customized spa experiences. Neptune Rehabilitation & Care Center offers comprehensive rehabilitation services including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy.

Top sites in Lincoln Park, NJ are Great Piece Meadows, Butler Museum, and High Mountain Park. 

Population: 10,951 (2023). Elevation: 430 feet (131 meters). Area: 6.83 square miles (17.7 km²). ZIP code: 07035. Area code: 973. 

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Are there war sites in Lincoln Park, NJ?

John Dods Tavern, which is now the office of dentist Jeffrey Falduto, was built circa 1770. The tavern is mentioned in several letters written to General Washington as a reference point for directions. The following are three excerpts of letters from August 1781 that mention the tavern. At the time, American troops, and French troops under General Rochambeau were moving south towards Yorktown, Virginia. In these letters, American officers discuss the path through New Jersey, using Dodd's Tavern as a landmark. As is often the case with writings from the 18th century, the spelling is inconsistent. Sometimes the tavern's name is spelled "Dods," and sometimes "Dodds," and other words are misspelled. These have been left uncorrected. Emphasis on the name of the tavern in the quotes has been added; the emphasis did not appear in the original letters.

Is Lincoln Park, NJ a good area?

Lincoln Park is a suburb of New York City with a population of 10,884. Lincoln Park is in Morris County and is one of the best places to live in New Jersey. Living in Lincoln Park offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Lincoln Park, there are a lot of parks.

How affordable it is to live in Lincoln Park, NJ?

Living in Lincoln Park, NJ can be quite affordable when compared to other cities in the state. The cost of living index for this area is 88, which is 12 points lower than the national average. This means that many expenses such as groceries and housing are more affordable here than they would be in other parts of New Jersey or the United States as a whole. 

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Borough of Lincoln Park

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Bestplaces

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St. Joseph's Health - Wayne Hospital

Yoga Peace Studio

SunMoon Yoga

Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa

Elements Massage

Neptune Rehabilitation & Care Center

Great Piece Meadows

Butler Museum

High Mountain Park

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