Elizabeth
A community guide to Elizabeth in New Jersey, the United States.
- Population
- 137,298 residents
- Region
- New Jersey
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 40.6640, -74.2107
Visiting
Elizabeth welcomes visitors year-round. Points of interest in and around the community reflect the local character of this part of New Jersey, and the surrounding region offers further opportunities for exploration. Accommodation, dining, and visitor services in Elizabeth are available at the scale appropriate for a community of its size, with additional options in nearby places across New Jersey. For travellers passing through the United States, Elizabeth provides a snapshot of regional life worth a closer look.
Overview
Elizabeth is a populated place in New Jersey, the United States. The community supports 137,298 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of New Jersey. Its position within the broader regional network gives Elizabeth a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Economy and services
The economy of Elizabeth reflects a diversified urban economy, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in New Jersey. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of New Jersey and the United States. Businesses based in Elizabeth draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.