Capital: Trenton
Largest City: Newark
Abbreviation: NJ
Joined the Union: December 18, 1787
Nickname: The Garden State
Split between the metro areas of New York and Philadelphia, the state of New Jersey is primarily dominated by suburbia. It’s an academic hub, with higher education institutions at Princeton and Rutgers, and has a long history of innovation and invention, notably Thomas Edison’s perfection of the light bulb. The Jersey Shore is also esteemed for its expansive coastline and touristy beaches, a convenient escape from the hustle and bustle of the busy Northeast corridor.
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