Winfield Township, New Jersey
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| Winfield Township, New Jersey | |
|---|---|
| Name | Winfield Township |
| Settlement type | Township |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | New Jersey |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | Union County |
| Government type | Mayor–Council |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Leader name | Anthony J. LaMantia |
| Leader title1 | Administrator |
| Leader name1 | James Wright |
| Established title | Incorporated |
| Established date | March 10, 1941 |
| Area total km2 | 1.30 |
| Area land km2 | 1.30 |
| Area water km2 | 0.00 |
| Area total sq mi | 0.50 |
| Area land sq mi | 0.50 |
| Area water sq mi | 0.00 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population total | 1441 |
| Population density km2 | 1108.5 |
| Population density sq mi | 2871.0 |
| Timezone | Eastern (EST) |
| Utc offset | -5 |
| Timezone DST | EDT |
| Utc offset DST | -4 |
| Postal code type | ZIP Code |
| Postal code | 07036 |
| Area code | 908 |
| Website | www.winfieldtownship.com |
Winfield Township, New Jersey is a township in Union County, within the U.S. state of New Jersey. Incorporated in 1941, it is one of the state's smallest municipalities by area. The township is a primarily residential community located within the New York metropolitan area.
History
The area that would become Winfield Township was originally part of Linden Township, which itself was formed from portions of Elizabeth Township and Westfield. The community developed significantly in the early 20th century, spurred by the growth of nearby industrial centers like Linden and the expansion of the Central Railroad of New Jersey. It was officially incorporated as a township by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on March 10, 1941, from portions of Linden, named for Winfield Scott Hancock, a prominent Union Army general during the American Civil War and the Democratic nominee in the 1880 presidential election. The township's formation was part of a broader trend of municipal fragmentation in the region during that era.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 0.50 square miles, all of which is land, making it one of the smallest municipalities in New Jersey by total area. It is completely surrounded by the city of Linden, making it an enclave and county subdivision enclave. The township lies within the Atlantic coastal plain region. Its terrain is generally flat, consistent with the surrounding urban landscape of northeastern New Jersey.
Demographics
As of the 2020 census, the township's population was 1,441, representing a slight decrease from the 2010 count. The population density was among the highest in Union County. The racial makeup was diverse, with significant White, Black or African American, and Hispanic or Latino populations. The median household income was above the average for New Jersey, and the township had a mix of single-family homes and multi-unit housing structures. The Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program estimated similar figures for subsequent years.
Government
Winfield Township operates under the Mayor–Council system of municipal government, as implemented under the New Jersey Municipal Manager Law. The government consists of a Mayor and a five-member Township council, all elected on a partisan basis to four-year terms of office. As of 2023, the Mayor is Anthony J. LaMantia. The township is located in New Jersey's 10th congressional district and is part of the 22nd Legislative District for the New Jersey Senate and New Jersey General Assembly.
Education
Public school students from Winfield Township attend the Linden Public Schools district as part of a sending/receiving relationship. Students in grades K–8 attend schools in Linden, such as School No. 4 and School No. 9. For grades 9–12, students attend Linden High School. The township is also served by the Union County College system for higher education opportunities. Several Archdiocese of Newark and other private schools operate in the surrounding area.
Transportation
The township is served by several major roadways, including U.S. Route 1/9 Truck and New Jersey Route 439, which provide connections to the New Jersey Turnpike, Interstate 278, and the Goethals Bridge to Staten Island. Public transportation is provided by NJ Transit bus service, with routes connecting to Linden, Elizabeth, and Newark. The nearest major rail stations are the Linden station on the NJ Transit North Jersey Coast Line and the Elizabeth station served by the Northeast Corridor Line and North Jersey Coast Line. Newark Liberty International Airport is located approximately 5 miles to the north.
Category:Townships in Union County, New Jersey Category:Populated places established in 1941 Category:1941 establishments in New Jersey