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Published: November, 2010

New Jersey's proximity to New York City, Boston, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. has fueled its rapid growth in the last 10 years. Although New Jersey is the fifth smallest state, it is the 11th largest in terms of population. With a population of 8.7 million as of 2006, New Jersey is the most densely populated state in the U.S, growing at a rate of about 4% since 2000.

New Jersey has the second highest per capita income in the nation; in 2004 it was $41,636. Nine of New Jersey's counties are among the 100 richest counties in the US, including:
  • Somerset County (7th)
  • Morris County (10th)
  • Hunterdon County (13th)
  • Bergen County (21st)

New Jersey's total state product in 2004 was $416 billion. As can be expected in a wealthy state like New Jersey, the cost of living, including housing costs, is well above the national average.

Biotechnology and telecommunications are among New Jersey's major industries. The area surrounding Princeton is known as a technology center. New Jersey is also home to:
  • Newark Liberty International Airport, the seventh busiest airport in the country
  • Headquarters of many Fortune 500 companies
  • Atlantic City, famous for its thriving hotel and gaming industries
  • Transportation lines serving New York City
  • Beaches and vacation spots supporting a lively tourism industry

New Jersey grew as a suburb for commuters to New York City and Philadelphia, and is still home to many professionals working in finance, banking, and law in these cities.

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Strayer University

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University of Phoenix

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Dover Business College

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Sanford-Brown Institute

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Art Institute Online

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Harris School of Business

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Anthem Institute

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