Conveniently located on the East Coast of the United States, New Jersey provides companies of all kinds with access to one of the most concentrated and affluent consumer markets in the world. You can reach nearly 33% of the U.S. population within a day’s drive from anywhere in the state, as well as enjoy daily non-stop flights to hundreds of domestic and international destinations. New Jersey is also home to the Port of New York and New Jersey, the second largest seaport in the nation, making it simple to move products throughout the country and across the globe.

The following core markets are attractive to New Jersey businesses in a wide range of industries, including life sciences, technology, clean energy, financial services, film and media, logistics, advanced manufacturing, and food and beverage.

New Jersey’s Location to Other Domestic Markets

New Jersey’s robust infrastructure offers unrivaled access to consumers and businesses throughout North America. Our State is located in the center of the Boston – New York City – Washington D.C. corridor, which boasts 56.5 million residents and $3.75 trillion in economic output. Take a look at our most prominent domestic markets and New Jersey’s relative location to each:

How Far is New York City from New Jersey?

New York and New Jersey are both strategically located in the Northeastern part of the U.S., sharing the largest cargo port on the East Coast and the ability to fly anywhere in the world. Northern New Jersey is a 20-minute train ride from Manhattan, which has the largest office market in the country and the largest central business district in the world.

Many New Jersey residents experience a great quality of life that is enhanced by its access to New York City, especially for its businesses. New Jersey businesses have more room to grow and more affordable commercial real estate than they would in New York, which is partially why some New York businesses are migrating over the river.

How Far is Philadelphia from New Jersey?

Pennsylvania and New Jersey share an extensive border. Philadelphia is across the Delaware River from Camden, NJ, a mere 5 miles (8.5 kilometers) away. Most people in New Jersey can reach Philadelphia in under 2 hours by car.

Southern New Jersey’s close proximity includes towns such as Haddonfield, Collingswood, and Cherry Hill, with easy access to the Philadelphia airport and public transit such as the PATCO line. Between the economic market and access, it’s easy to establish business partnerships while operating in the southern New Jersey area.

How Far is Washington DC from New Jersey?

Washington DC is about 200 miles (300 kilometers) away from the center of New Jersey, but just over half that from New Jersey’s southern border. Car and Amtrak train rides to the capital of the United States from New Jersey range from 2 to 4 hours in length or just an hour by plane.

The close proximity of Washington DC to New Jersey (a ⅓ less difference than Paris and London) has made it a common commute for businesses as well as creating access to business relationships within the federal government.

How Far is Boston, Massachusetts from New Jersey?

Located further into the northeast, Massachusetts is about 2-300 (3-400 km) miles away from New Jersey, depending on where you need to get to in each state. Drives are around 4-5 hours in length, while trains will be around 4 hours and a plane an hour.

Companies in New Jersey and Massachusetts regularly do business together due to complementary industries, despite the states are known for their rivalries in sports and other competition. Its capital, Boston, is home to the prestigious Harvard University and a population of around 700,000 people.

How Far is Silicon Valley, California from New Jersey?

California is on the other coast of the United States, approximately 3000 miles (4000km) away. Newark Liberty International (EWR) in Newark, NJ is convenient for business travel, offering non-stop flights to California in about 5 hours.

California and New Jersey both have long histories of innovation. Before Silicon Valley, New Jersey was the center of invention and discovery in the United States. California is home to more than 4 million small businesses, which employ 7.1 million people across the state.

How far is New Jersey From
Major International Markets?

New Jersey is globally connected and supports international trade and investment. Our State is home to the #2 busiest port in North America and has five Foreign Trade Zones (FTZs), secure geographical areas under the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. In addition, the New Jersey Europe Center and the New Jersey India Center demonstrate New Jersey’s interest in each region. Here’s a list of our major international markets:

Germany to New Jersey

From a regional international airport, a flight from Germany will take about 9 hours.

Germany and many of its thriving industries have developed a relationship with New Jersey for several years, particularly in the energy sector. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy visited Germany on an economic mission trip with a New Jersey delegation in October of 2018. At the same time, $25 billion German wind energy company, EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg AG, opened an office in Jersey City to accelerate our state’s clean energy goals.

Ireland to New Jersey

From a regional international airport, a flight from Ireland will take about 6 hours.

With more than 250 of the world’s leading financial services firms, Ireland is the fourth-largest exporter of financial services in the European Union (EU). Ireland and New Jersey are closely aligned in their innovation strategy, and both have thriving fintech, life sciences, medical device and food industry economies. In June 2019, Choose New Jersey led a delegation of nearly 20 representatives from businesses, universities, and non-profit organizations to increase economic ties between New Jersey and Ireland.

Israel to New Jersey

From a regional international airport, a flight from Israel will take about 10 hours.

New Jersey presents an ideal location for Israeli companies looking to expand in the U.S., with direct flights between New Jersey and Israel via Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). The New Jersey-Israel Commission was established in 1989 in order to promote the development of trade, culture, and educational exchanges. Current state government has reaffirmed this goal, with Governor Murphy making an economic mission trip to strengthen economic and cultural ties in 2018. Choose New Jersey also led a second economic mission trip to Israel in 2020. In December 2020, BIRD Energy announced a $7.5 million investment in eight cooperative Israel-U.S. clean energy projects.

India to New Jersey

From a regional international airport, a flight from India will take about 22 hours.

New Jersey and India have always had a strong economic and cultural connection, with India being our 4th largest trading partner for imports and exports. The New Jersey India Center, located in New Delhi, provides a variety of resources for Indian businesses seeking opportunities for growth in our state. In September 2019, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy lead a seven-day, six-city economic trade mission resulting in an estimated 1,200 new jobs.

Italy to New Jersey

From a regional international airport, a flight from Italy will take about 8 hours.

New Jersey historically has a strong connection with Italy, importing $8.1 billion worth of goods in 2019. Italy also has significant cultural ties to New Jersey with the 2nd largest Italy-born population and 4th largest Italian population in the U.S. Choose New Jersey travels to major trade shows and conferences in Italy, including Tutto Foods in Milan and SelectUSA events.

United Kingdom to New Jersey

From a regional New Jersey airport, a flight from the UK will take about 6.5 hours.

New Jersey and the United Kingdom have a longstanding trade relationship. In 2018, the UK was the 3rd largest export market for New Jersey and the total value of two-way goods and services exports to the UK was over $7 billion. In the same year, there were nearly 70 UK companies investing in New Jersey. Powerhouse companies from the UK, such as Unilever and Standard Chartered Bank, have already chosen to locate major operations in New Jersey. One industry of particular note has been life sciences, where ties have been growing. Recently UK life science organization One Nucleus just collaborated with Choose New Jersey and BioNJ for a webinar related to the cell and gene therapy industry.

Discover New Jersey for Business

New Jersey welcomes companies from far and wide looking for a place to grow and innovate. At Choose New Jersey, our team of experts leverage their knowledge and skills, along with public and private partnerships, to provide a full suite of economic development services at no cost to you. Please contact us today to learn more about how we can help your domestic or international business succeed in our state. We look forward to hearing from you!