Two options exist for obtaining certified copies of Vital Records occurred in the state of New Jersey: one of them is requesting them at the State office, and the second one is obtaining them through the County Recorder's Office, the Local Health Department or the city or town's Civil Registration office. Bear in mind that county offices generally provide faster processing times and more payment flexibility, since you may be able to obtain your records within one week, and may be provided the option to pay issuance fees by credit card, either by phone, fax or online.
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The Mercer County Registrar of Vital Statistics provides you with birth, death, and marriage certificates. This Vital Records office may be reached through the telephone number or email address given below. It is also possible to order your vital records online through the official website of the County Vital Records office. To obtain a copy of a divorce decree, you will need to contact the Clerk of the Superior Court in the county where the divorce was granted. Death records are sometimes available only from a certain year onwards; this can be verified with the county recorder. Please note that official information is provided by government sites only, so contact information provided below may not be up to date. The Vital Records office in the County of Mercer serves all of the following towns and cities in New Jersey:
- Hightstown
- Hopewell
- Pennington
- Borough of Princeton
- Trenton
- Hamilton Township
- Ewing Township
- Lawrence Township
- East Windsor Township
- West Windsor Township
- Princeton Township
- Robbinsville Township
- Hopewell Township
If you need to get a certificate from a different county in New Jersey such as Bergen County, Middlesex County, Essex County, Hudson County, Ocean County, then you can follow this link.
Mercer County Vital Statistics
Mercer County, New Jersey, is home to a population of 36,662 residents. In recent data, the area recorded 411 births and 314 deaths, reflecting the natural growth of the community. The county also saw 197 marriages and 100 divorces, which provides insight into the shifts in family structures within the region. Notably, the average life expectancy stands at an impressive 81.3 years, highlighting the overall health and longevity of its residents. It's important to consider the infant mortality rate as well, which is at 3.4 per 1,000 live births, indicating a focused effort on maternal and child health. For those interested in more detailed statistics or looking for vital records information, such as birth and death records or marriage statistics, we encourage you to explore the local vital records office for further insights.