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Springfield Township 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 17,178, the highest recorded at any decennial census, an increase of 1,361 (+8.6%) from the 2010 census count of 15,817, which in turn reflected an increase of 1,388 (+9.6%) from the 14,429 counted in the 2000 census.

Springfield was formed as a township on April 14, 1794, from portions of Elizabeth Township and Newark Township, while the area was still part of Essex County, and was incorporated as one of New Jersey's first 104 townships by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on February 21, 1798. It became part of the newly formed Union County on March 19, 1857, with portions remaining in Essex County used to create Millburn. Other portions of the township have been taken to form New Providence Township (November 8, 1809, now known as Berkeley Heights), Livingston (February 5, 1813), Summit (March 23, 1869), and Cranford (March 14, 1871). The township's name derives from springs and brooks in the area.

The Battle of Springfield was fought here, the last of many battles of the American Revolutionary War to be fought in New Jersey.

Springfield is the home of the Baltusrol Golf Club, which was the host to the 2016 PGA Championship. It has also hosted other golf major championships, including the U.S. Open, held on seven occasions at Baltusrol, most recently in 1993. Golfweek magazine ranked Baltusrol as the 36th best in its 2010 rankings of the "Best Classic Courses" in the country.

New Jersey Monthly magazine ranked Springfield as the 85th best place to live in New Jersey in its 2010 rankings of the "Best Places To Live" in New Jersey.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township had a total area of 5.17 square miles (13.40 km2), including 5.16 square miles (13.36 km2) of land and 0.02 square miles (0.04 km2) of water (0.31%).

Springfield is home to the Springfield Medical Arts Pavilion, providing residents with access to comprehensive medical services. Additionally, nearby hospitals like Overlook Medical Center in nearby Summit ensure that residents have access to quality healthcare for health and wellness. LA Fitness is a chain gym with various equipment for cardio, weightlifting, and group fitness classes. Planet Fitness is known for its judgment-free atmosphere, Planet Fitness offers cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and group workouts. Orangetheory Fitness specializes in high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts designed to boost metabolism and improve fitness levels. Hamilton Physical Therapy Services provides personalized physical therapy programs for rehabilitation, sports injuries, and chronic pain management.

Top sites in Springfield, NJ: Cora Hartshorn Arboretum, Visual Arts Center, South Mountain Reservation. 

Population: Approximately 17,500 (2021). Elevation: 40 feet (12 m). Area: 5.21 square miles (13.5 km²). ZIP Code: 07081. Area code: 973. 

FAQs

What is the history of Springfield, NJ?

Springfield is celebrated as the site of a Battle of Springfield between the American Continental Army and British forces on June 23, 1780. The British, under Hessian General Wilhelm von Knyphausen, advanced from Elizabethtown at about 5 a.m. They were opposed by General Nathanael Greene, but owing to the superior number of the enemy he was compelled to evacuate Springfield, which was then burned by the British. During the action the Rev. James Caldwell, chaplain in the New Jersey brigade, is said to have distributed the Watts hymn books from the neighboring Presbyterian Church among the soldiers for wadding, saying at the same time, "Now put Watts into them, boys." This battle prevented further advance on the part of the British. The American loss was about 15 and that of the British was about 150.

Is Springfield, NJ a good place to live?

Springfield Township is a suburb of New York City with a population of 17,011. Springfield Township is in Union County and is one of the best places to live in New Jersey. Living in Springfield Township offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes.

What are the demographics of Springfield, NJ?

The 2010 United States census counted 15,817 people, 6,511 households, and 4,265 families in the township. The population density was 3,057.2 per square mile (1,180.4/km2). There were 6,736 housing units at an average density of 1,302.0 per square mile (502.7/km2). The racial makeup was 82.46% (13,042) White, 6.25% (989) Black or African American, 0.06% (10) Native American, 7.70% (1,218) Asian, 0.01% (2) Pacific Islander, 1.75% (277) from other races, and 1.76% (279) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.50% (1,502) of the population. 

Sources

Union County

Wikipedia

Niche

Springfield Medical Arts Pavilion

Overlook Medical Center

LA Fitness

Planet Fitness

Orangetheory Fitness

Hamilton Physical Therapy Services

Cora Hartshorn Arboretum

Visual Arts Center

South Mountain Reservation

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