| Newark, the largest city in the state of New Jersey, has a population of around 280,000. The sixty-fifth largest city in the United States, it dates back to 1666. The climate ranges from a winter low temperature of 24 degrees to summer highs in the mid 80s. Precipitation averages about four inches per month. Median family income is about $31,000. The insurance industry is important to the area and it is one of the country's leaders. Many large companies and corporations have a presence in the area including Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, New Jersey Transit, Public Service Enterprise Group, Prudential Financial, International Discount Telecommunications, and Net2Phone. Port Newark is one of the busiest US shipping ports. Local higher education institutions include Rutgers University, Essex County College, New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), and Seton Hall University School of Law. Local attractions include the Newark Museum, the Jewish Musuem of New Jersey, City Without Walls art gallery, and John Ballantine House. Local sports teams include soccer's New York Red Bulls, baseball's Newark Bears, hockey's New Jersey Devils, and NBA basketball's New Jersey Nets. The University Hospital is a healthcare leader. |
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