Moving to or from Edison?
Named after Thomas Edison whose Menlo Park laboratory here produced the phonograph and incandescent light bulb — now one of the most diverse US cities, with one of the largest South Asian populations in America centered around Oak Tree Road.
- 110,000 City population
- 20,000,000 Metro area
- 1870 Founded
- Middlesex County / Central New Jersey Region
Why people move to Edison.
- Being named after Thomas Edison and preserving his Menlo Park laboratory site
- Having one of the largest South Asian populations in the US (Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan)
- Oak Tree Road — 'Little India' corridor with hundreds of South Asian restaurants and shops
- Being Middlesex County's largest township and economic center
- Major corporate HQs including Hess Corporation
- NJ Transit access to NYC and Philadelphia via Metropark and Edison stations
Thomas Edison operated his famous Menlo Park laboratory — where he invented the phonograph (1877) and perfected the incandescent light bulb (1879) — in what is now the Menlo Park section of Edison Township. The Thomas Edison Center at Menlo Park preserves the laboratory site with a 131-foot tower and museum. Edison's 'invention factory' produced over 400 patents during his Menlo Park years. The township renamed itself 'Edison' in 1954 specifically to honor his legacy.
Where people live in Edison.
A quick guide to Edison's most moved-to neighborhoods.
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Oak Tree Road corridor / Little India
Major South Asian commercial district with restaurants, grocery stores, temples
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Metropark area
Mixed residential and office park with NJ Transit station access
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Clara Barton
Family-oriented neighborhood with mix of housing
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North Edison
Residential with mix of single-family and multi-family
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Menlo Park section
Historic area preserving Edison laboratory heritage
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Stelton
Diverse residential neighborhood
Where people spend their time in Edison.
- Thomas Edison Center at Menlo Park Menlo Park section
- Oak Tree Road 'Little India' Central Edison
- Roosevelt Park Central Edison
- Menlo Park Mall Central Edison
- Thomas A. Edison Park Central Edison
- Raritan River access South Edison
Planning a Edison move.
- NJ Transit Northeast Corridor access at Metropark and Edison stations makes Edison a practical NYC commuter suburb
- Property taxes are high (typical of NJ); factor into total housing cost calculations
- South Asian community needs may include culturally-specific moving considerations (altars, multi-generational households)
- Edison is a large township with diverse neighborhoods; 'Edison' covers a lot of ground with varied character
Moving in Edison: FAQ.
Is Edison really a New Jersey commuter suburb of NYC?
Yes, among the most established. Metropark and Edison NJ Transit stations provide frequent NYC Penn Station service in 45-60 minutes. The corridor between Edison and Newark along the Northeast Corridor has heavy commuter volume. Many Edison residents work in NYC, Jersey City, or Newark daily and value Edison's combination of transit access, South Asian community amenities, and housing diversity.
What's the South Asian community like?
Among the largest in the US. Oak Tree Road in Edison and neighboring Iselin serves as 'Little India' — hundreds of Indian restaurants, sari shops, grocery stores, jewelers, and temples along a 2-mile corridor. The community includes major Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, and Sri Lankan populations. Diwali and other festivals bring citywide celebrations. Many non-South Asian New Jerseyans drive to Oak Tree Road specifically for authentic Indian food.
Is Edison really named after Thomas Edison?
Yes, officially since 1954. The township was previously called Raritan Township but renamed itself 'Edison' to honor Thomas Edison's connection to the area. His Menlo Park laboratory operated here from 1876 to 1882, producing the phonograph, incandescent light bulb, and hundreds of other inventions. The Thomas Edison Center at Menlo Park preserves the historical site with a 131-foot tower visible from the Garden State Parkway.
How does Edison compare to other NJ suburbs like Princeton or Montclair?
Different profiles. Edison is larger, more diverse, more suburban-sprawl in character. Princeton is smaller, more upscale, with Princeton University as anchor. Montclair is urban-suburban with more cultural amenities. Edison offers more affordable housing than Princeton or Montclair while maintaining NYC commuter access and strong South Asian community amenities. Many Indian-American families specifically choose Edison for community.
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