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Wantage, NJ

Wantage Township is a township in Sussex County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. As of the 2020 United States Census, the township's population was 10,811, a decrease of 547 (−4.8%) from the 2010 census count of 11,358, which in turn reflected an increase of 971 (+9.3%) from the 10,387 counted in the 2000 census.

Wantage Township was formed as a precinct on May 30, 1754, from portions of Newton Township. It was incorporated as a township on February 21, 1798, as part of the state's initial group of 104 townships. Boundary exchanges were made with Frankford Township in both 1826 and 1834. Portions of the township were taken on October 14, 1891, to form the Borough of Deckertown (renamed Sussex Borough in 1902). The township was named for Wantage, England.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township had a total area of 67.48 square miles (174.78 km2), including 66.76 square miles (172.91 km2) of land and 0.72 square miles (1.87 km2) of water (1.07%).

Furthermore, Wantage is served by health and wellness centers and healthcare facilities such as the Newton Medical Center, ensuring that residents have access to quality medical services. Alpine Med Spa is known for its tranquil atmosphere and a variety of spa services, including massages, facials, body treatments, and more. Harmony Wellness Center focuses on holistic wellness, offering services such as acupuncture, chiropractic care, yoga classes, and nutritional counseling. Mystic Waters Spa provides a range of spa treatments, including hydrotherapy, body wraps, manicures, pedicures, and skincare services. North Jersey Wellness Center offers a comprehensive approach to health and well-being, with services such as massage therapy, acupuncture, fitness classes, and nutritional guidance. Juteme offers a variety of massage therapies, including Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, hot stone massage, and aromatherapy massage, to promote relaxation and relieve tension.

Top sites in Wantage, NJ: Space Farms, Ventimiglia Vineyard, Lusscroft Farm. 

Population: Approximately 11,400 (2021). Area: 67.48 sq mi (174.78 km2). Elevation: 538 ft (164 m). ZIP Code: 07461. Area Code(s): 973. 

FAQs

What is the history of Wantage, NJ?

Named for Wantage, England, Wantage Township was formed as a precinct on May 30, 1754, from portions of Newton Township. It was incorporated as a Township on February 21, 1798, as part of the state's initial group of 104 townships. Boundary exchanges were made with Frankford Township in both 1826 and 1834. Portions of the township were taken on October 14, 1891, to form the Borough of Deckertown, which was renamed Sussex Borough in 1902.

Is Wantage, NJ a nice place to live?

Wantage Township is in Sussex County. Living in Wantage Township offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. Residents of Wantage Township tend to be conservative. The public schools in Wantage Township are above average.

Is Wantage, NJ the same as Sussex, NJ?

It was incorporated from Wantage Township as the Borough of Deckertown on October 15, 1891. The name was changed to Sussex Borough on March 2, 1902, named for the historic county of Sussex in England. Sussex Borough has a total area of 0.62 square miles and is surrounded by Wantage Township.

Sources

Township of Wantage

Wikipedia

sussexboro 

Newton Medical Center

Alpine Med Spa

Harmony Wellness Center

Mystic Waters Spa

North Jersey Wellness Center

Juteme

Space Farms

Ventimiglia Vineyard

Lusscroft Farm

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