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Information on Chester, Morris County

MapLocation markerWelcome to our dedicated page for Chester, located in the state of New Jersey, Morris County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Chester, Morris County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.


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Chester town HALL, Morris County

Chester town Hall's addressChester Chester Municipal Building
50 North Road

Chester NJ 07930
United States
Phone number of Chester town Hall+1 908-879-3600
Chester, NJ emailNot available
Chester official websiteNot available
Mayor of ChesterJanet G. Hoven
Morris County, New Jersey: Vital Records Chester vital records
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Common questions about Chester

What county is Chester NJ in?

Chester, NJ is located in Morris County

Where is Chester, New Jersey ?

Chester is a municipality in Morris County. It is situated in the northern part of New Jersey, United States. Located approximately 40 miles west of New York City, Chester is near major landmarks like the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge and just south of the county seat, Morristown.

What is the cost of living in Chester NJ ?

Chester building department, NJ

If you're planning a construction or renovation project in Chester, NJ, obtaining the necessary permits is an essential step. To get started, you should visit the Chester Township Municipal Building, where the Building Department can assist you with your request. It's important to contact their office directly to obtain detailed information about the applicable fees and expected processing times specific to your project. The municipal staff can provide guidance to ensure that your application meets all local regulations and requirements.
If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Chester's town hall or Morris County authorities directly.

Demography of Chester

Name of Chester inhabitants (demonym)Not available
DateCurrent valueClassed by Region/Country
PopulationNot available541 / 9 136
Population density in ChesterNot available

Air quality

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List of Passport Facilities in Chester, NJ

Where to apply for a passport in Chester, NJ? There are 1 passport offices in Chester, try one of these:
Name Street Phone number
CHESTER POST OFFICE1 SENTRY LANE9088795095

Top 3 most popular banks in Chester

There are 8 bank branches in Chester.
Fulton Bank, National Association is the most popular bank in Chester with 2 branch offices, followed by Bank of America, National Association with 1 branch offices and then JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association with 1 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Chester:

Bank's name Number of branch offices Service Type
Fulton Bank, National Association2Limited Service Administrative Office
Bank of America, National Association1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Peapack-Gladstone Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
PNC Bank, National Association1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Valley National Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Chester administrative numbers

Chester town code3412580
Chester town postcode07930

Toponymy and translation of Chester

Japanese: チェスターKazakh: ЧэстерKorean: 체스터
Russian: ЧестерChinese: 切斯特 

Transportation modes in Chester

Airport
Morristown Municipal Airport 14.4 miles
Essex County Airport 22.2 miles
Linden Airport 26.2 miles

Chester territory

Chester areaNot available
Geographical coordinatesLatitude: 40.7905
Longitude: -74.6899
Latitude: 40° 47' 26'' North
Longitude: 74° 41' 24'' West
Time zone
UTC -5:00 (America/New_York)
Summer time : UTC -4:00
Winter time : UTC -5:00
Local time
Namesake of Chester
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Natural parksChester isn't part of a natural park

What is Chester close to?

Nearby cities include: Chester Township, Mendham Borough, Washington Township and Peapack-Gladstone
Washington TownshipWashington TownshipRandolph
Washington TownshipNeighbouring townsChester Township
Tewksbury TownshipChester TownshipChester Township
Chester Township 0.7 milesMendham Borough 5 milesWashington Township 5.3 miles
Peapack-Gladstone 5.5 milesMount Olive Township 5.6 milesMendham Township 5.6 miles
Bernardsville 6.6 milesRandolph 6.8 milesRoxbury Township 7.1 miles
Netcong 7.5 milesMine Hill Township 7.7 milesFar Hills 7.8 miles
Bedminster 8.1 milesHackettstown 8.3 milesTewksbury Township 8.4 miles
Stanhope 8.5 milesCalifon 9.1 milesMount Arlington 9.4 miles
Dover 9.5 milesWharton 9.5 milesVictory Gardens 9.7 miles

Distance between Chester and other main cities and towns

New York City : 36 miles closestLos Angeles : 2413 milesChicago : 676 miles
Houston : 1390 milesPhoenix : 2107 milesPhiladelphia : 63 miles
San Antonio : 1552 milesSan Diego : 2395 milesDallas : 1340 miles
San Jose : 2516 milesFort Worth : 1367 milesAustin : 1482 miles
Jacksonville : 822 milesColumbus : 435 milesIndianapolis : 609 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Elementary schools in Chester

Bragg Elementary School

District of Chester School District
Lowest grade : 3, Highest grade : 5
Students : 347

Dickerson Elementary School

District of Chester School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 2
Students : 323

Middle schools in Chester

Black River Middle School

District of Chester School District
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 445

High schools in Chester

West Morris Central High School

District of West Morris Regional High School District
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1298