Find Family Counselors Serving
Scotch Plains, NJ

Frequently asked questions

Scotch Plains, NJ

Scotch Plains is a township in Union County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. The township is located on a ridge in northern-central New Jersey, within the Raritan Valley and Rahway Valley regions in the New York metropolitan area. As of the 2020 United States census, the township's population was 24,968, an increase of 1,458 (+6.2%) from the 2010 census count of 23,510, which in turn reflected an increase of 778 (+3.4%) from the 22,732 counted in the 2000 census.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township had a total area of 9.06 square miles (23.46 km2), including 9.02 square miles (23.36 km2) of land and 0.04 square miles (0.09 km2) of water (0.40%).

The Lenape are the ancestral community indigenous to a large chunk of the Mid-Atlantic region, stretching from Eastern Pennsylvania to the Atlantic Ocean, and from Delaware to Southern New York. Scotch Plains and the Mid-Atlantic region were used by the Lenape and their ancestors for roughly 10,000 years. It is suggested that the Lenape used Scotch Plains as a temporary camp in between the highly-utilized Delaware River and mountains to the West, and the Atlantic Ocean to the East.

Scotch Plains is home to several healthcare providers, including the Overlook Medical Center, ensuring that residents have access to quality medical care. Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa offers a range of massages, facials, and spa treatments. Heavenly Hands provides a variety of spa services including massages, facials, and body treatments. YMCA of Greater Westfield provides fitness classes, gym facilities, and wellness programs. Retro Fitness is a gym with a focus on fitness classes, personal training, and modern equipment. Kessler Rehabilitation Center specializes in physical therapy and rehabilitation services.

Top sites in Scotch Plains, NJ are Watchung Reservation,  The Deserted Village, and Trailside Nature and Science Center. 

Population: Approximately 24,000. Area: 9.06 sq mi (23.46 km2). Elevation: 95 feet (29 meters). ZIP code: 07076. Area code: 908. 

FAQs

Is Scotch Plains, NJ a good area?

Scotch Plains Township is a suburb of New York City with a population of 24,740. Scotch Plains Township is in Union County and is one of the best places to live in New Jersey. Living in Scotch Plains Township offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes.

Is Scotch Plains, NJ expensive?

The median home price in Scotch Plains is $0 with a median price per sqft of $0. The cost of living index for housing estimates the cost of housing in Scotch Plains to be 143.9% of the national average. This makes it one of the more expensive cities in the US.

What are the demographics of Scotch Plains, NJ?

The 2010 United States census counted 23,510 people, 8,595 households, and 6,429 families in the township. The population density was 2,606.9 per square mile (1,006.5/km2). There were 8,896 housing units at an average density of 986.4 per square mile (380.9/km2). The racial makeup was 77.43% (18,203) White, 11.08% (2,605) Black or African American, 0.12% (29) Native American, 7.65% (1,799) Asian, 0.01% (2) Pacific Islander, 1.39% (327) from other races, and 2.32% (545) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.73% (1,582) of the population.

Sources

Township of Scotch Plains

Wikipedia

Niche

flyhomes

Overlook Medical Center

Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa

Heavenly Hands

YMCA of Greater Westfield

Retro Fitness

Kessler Rehabilitation Center

Watchung Reservation

The Deserted Village

Trailside Nature and Science Center

The content herein is provided for general informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Medical information changes constantly, and therefore the content on this website should not be assumed to be current, complete or exhaustive. Always seek the advice of your doctor before starting or changing treatment. If you think you may have a medical emergency, please call your doctor or 9-1-1 (in the United States) immediately.