Madison
A community guide to Madison in New Jersey, the United States.
- Population
- 16,937 residents
- Region
- New Jersey
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 40.7598, -74.4171
Getting there
Reaching Madison typically involves the regional road network of New Jersey or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse the United States. Local routes link Madison to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of New Jersey. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Madison.
Economy and services
The economy of Madison reflects a mixed regional 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 Madison draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.
Geography and location
Madison sits at approximate coordinates 40.7598 latitude and -74.4171 longitude within New Jersey. The terrain and natural features around Madison reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider New Jersey road network providing the principal routes in and out.