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Welcome to Chatham, NJ
Chatham is a distinguished and highly sought-after community in Morris County, New Jersey, encompassing both Chatham Borough and Chatham Township. Known for its top-ranked public schools, tree-lined streets, and quintessential Main Street, Chatham consistently ranks among the best places to live in New Jersey and the entire country.
The vibrant Main Street corridor is the social hub of the community, offering an impressive mix of acclaimed restaurants, upscale boutiques, wine bars, and specialty shops. Community traditions run deep — from the beloved Chatham Halloween Parade to summer Concerts on the Green and the popular Farmers' Market at Railroad Plaza, residents enjoy an active and engaged community life.
Commuters are exceptionally well-served by NJ Transit's Morris & Essex Line, offering direct trains to New York Penn Station in under an hour. Green Park, Shunpike Road Park, and the Passaic River trails offer abundant outdoor recreation, while proximity to downtown Summit and Morristown provides easy access to regional dining and entertainment.
Overview for Chatham, NJ
10,337 people live in Chatham, where the median age is 41 and the average individual income is $101,474.00. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
10,337
Total Population
41 years
Median Age
Medium
Population Density
$101,474.00
Average Individual Income
Around Chatham, NJ
There's plenty to do around Chatham, including upscale dining, boutique shopping, fitness, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
83
Walkable
Walking Score
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48
Bikeable
Bike Score
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52
Good Transit
Transit Score
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Points of Interest
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Urban Table, Chatham Yoga, and The Green Room Salon.
| Name | Category | Distance | Reviews | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dining | 0.2 mi | 312 reviews | ||
| Dining | 0.3 mi | 187 reviews | ||
| Dining | 0.3 mi | 224 reviews | ||
| Dining | 0.4 mi | 143 reviews | ||
| Dining | 0.5 mi | 198 reviews | ||
| Dining | 0.2 mi | 96 reviews | ||
| Dining | 0.4 mi | 156 reviews | ||
| Dining | 0.3 mi | 88 reviews | ||
| Fitness | 0.4 mi | 52 reviews | ||
| Fitness | 0.6 mi | 74 reviews | ||
| Fitness | 0.8 mi | 61 reviews | ||
| Fitness | 1.8 mi | 204 reviews | ||
| Fitness | 1.1 mi | 38 reviews | ||
| Fitness | 1.0 mi | 43 reviews | ||
| Fitness | 0.7 mi | 29 reviews | ||
| Fitness | 0.5 mi | 47 reviews | ||
| Beauty | 0.2 mi | 64 reviews | ||
| Beauty | 0.3 mi | 41 reviews | ||
| Beauty | 0.4 mi | 55 reviews | ||
| Beauty | 0.3 mi | 37 reviews | ||
| Beauty | 0.6 mi | 82 reviews | ||
| Beauty | 0.5 mi | 48 reviews | ||
| Beauty | 0.3 mi | 29 reviews | ||
| Beauty | 0.7 mi | 33 reviews | ||
| Shopping | 0.3 mi | 112 reviews | ||
| Shopping | 0.1 mi | 78 reviews | ||
| Shopping | 0.2 mi | 44 reviews | ||
| Shopping | 0.4 mi | 67 reviews | ||
| Shopping | 0.3 mi | 31 reviews | ||
| Shopping | 0.4 mi | 53 reviews | ||
| Shopping | 0.2 mi | 28 reviews | ||
| Shopping | 0.3 mi | 19 reviews | ||
| Nightlife | 0.4 mi | 156 reviews | ||
| Nightlife | 0.3 mi | 94 reviews | ||
| Nightlife | 0.3 mi | 88 reviews | ||
| Nightlife | 0.4 mi | 143 reviews | ||
| Nightlife | 0.5 mi | 71 reviews | ||
| Nightlife | 0.3 mi | 59 reviews | ||
| Nightlife | 0.6 mi | 102 reviews | ||
| Nightlife | 0.4 mi | 77 reviews |
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Demographics & Housing
Demographics & Housing in Chatham, NJ
10,337 people call Chatham home. The population density is 3,012 per square mile and the median age is 41 years. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
10,337
Total Population
41 yrs
Median Age
3,946
Households
$198,750.00
Median HH Income
$101,474.00
Per Capita Income
2.1%
Poverty Rate
Age Distribution
Commute & Housing
Primary Commute ModeCar
Rail AccessMorris & Essex Line
Median Home Value$1,124,700.00
Median Gross Rent$2,480.00 / mo
Cost of Living Index148.6 (high)
Health Coverage98.2%
Owner-Occupied Homes82.4%
Renter-Occupied Homes17.6%
Educational Attainment (residents 25+)
Data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. Income and home value figures include cents.
Schools in Chatham, NJ
Primary Schools (2)
Middle Schools (1)
High Schools (2)
Mixed Schools (2)
The following schools are within or nearby Chatham. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau and GreatSchools.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Chatham Elementary School
PRIMARY
10 Parrott Mill Rd., Chatham, NJ, 07928
PUBLIC
K – 5th
Lafayette Avenue School
PRIMARY
180 Lafayette Ave., Chatham, NJ, 07928
PUBLIC
K – 5th
Chatham Middle School
MIDDLE
480 Main St., Chatham, NJ, 07928
PUBLIC
6th – 8th
Chatham High School
HIGH
255 Lafayette Ave., Chatham, NJ, 07928
PUBLIC
9th – 12th
Academy of Saint Elizabeth
HIGH
2 Convent Rd., Convent Station, NJ, 07961
PRIVATE
9th – 12th
Saint Patrick School Chatham
MIXED
49 Elmwood Ave., Chatham, NJ, 07928
PRIVATE
PK – 8th
Montessori School of Chatham
MIXED
10 Chatham Rd., Chatham, NJ, 07928
PRIVATE
PK – 6th
Days on the Market
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