Short Hills, NJ is a small community located in Essex County. It has a population of 14,500 and a population density of 2,525 people per square mile. Although small, the town is home to many local businesses and organizations. Local businesses include eateries such as Cheeseburger in Paradise, upscale stores like Neiman Marcus, and performance theaters like Paper Mill Playhouse. There are also numerous recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike with an array of year-round outdoor activities. These include hiking at nearby Watchung Reservation, taking part in sporting events such as local Little League games or golfing at Mallard Creek Golf Course. Additionally, local non-profit organizations such as the Short Hills Civic Association provide programming for all ages to participate in throughout the year.
The population in Short Hills is 14,500. There are 2,762 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Short Hills is 41.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Short Hills is 3.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Short Hills
- 75.3% are married
- 2.3% are divorced
- 53.1% are married with children
- 3.0% have children, but are single
Race in Short Hills
- 70.9% are White
- 0.3% are Black
- 22.1% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 1.0% claim Other
- 3.7% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander