History
Marlboro is a township in Monmouth County, New Jersey. It was formed by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on February 17, 1848, from portions of Freehold Township. The township was named for the marl beds found in the area1. Marl is a type of clay that was used as fertilizer.
Marlboro has a rich history dating back to the 1600s, when English, Scottish, and Dutch settlers established farms in the area2. During the American Revolutionary War, Marlboro was a site of several skirmishes between British and American troops.
According to the 2010 United States Census, Marlboro had a population of 40,191 people. The racial makeup of the township was 78.06% White, 15.26% Asian, 1.92% Black or African American, 0.10% Native American.
Population
Marlboro has a population of 41,356 people according to the 2010 United States Census. The population density is 1,363.1 people per square mile2. The racial makeup of the township is 78.06% White, 15.26% Asian, 1.92% Black or African American.
The median age of Marlboro residents is 42.4 years old. The median household income is $144,055. The median home value is $602,500.
Marlboro has a highly rated public school system with nine schools and over 8,000 students.
Education
Marlboro has a public school district that serves students from pre-kindergarten to eighth grade. The district has nine schools: four elementary schools, three middle schools, one early learning center, and one special services school12. The district has 4,543 students and 332 teachers.
Marlboro High School is part of the Freehold Regional High School District, which also serves students from Colts Neck Township, Englishtown.
The high school has 2,062 students and 156 teachers. It offers various programs such as Business Administration Learning Center and Law & Public Service Learning Center.
Marlboro also has several private schools such as Solomon Schechter Day School of Greater Monmouth County and Marlboro Montessori Academy3.
According to state test scores, 70% of Marlboro students are proficient in math and 76% in reading.
Health
Marlboro is served by the Monmouth County Health Department, which provides various services such as immunizations, health screenings, disease prevention, and animal control. The health department also publishes news and updates on its website.
Marlboro has several urgent care facilities such as Carbon Health and AFC Urgent Care. These facilities offer walk-in appointments for non-life-threatening conditions such as infections, injuries, allergies.
Marlboro also has a network of medical specialists called Medical Associates of Marlboro (MAOM), which offers primary care, cardiology, gastroenterology. MAOM has 11 locations across New Jersey and accepts most insurance plans.
According to County Health Rankings, Monmouth County ranks 8th out of 21 counties in New Jersey for health outcomes and 7th for health factors. The county has lower rates of premature death, adult smoking, adult obesity than the state average.
Transport
Marlboro is located in Monmouth County, New Jersey, about 45 miles south of New York City. You can see its location on this map.
The average commute time for Marlboro residents is 38.5 minutes, which is higher than the national average of 26.4 minutes. Most residents drive their own car or carpool to work.
Marlboro has several options for public transportation, such as buses and trains. New Jersey Transit runs buses from Marlboro to Jersey City, Hoboken, Weehawken.
The buses run frequently during peak hours and take about an hour to reach Jersey City.
Marlboro also has access to NJ Transit trains via nearby stations such as Aberdeen-Matawan, Hazlet. The trains connect Marlboro to Newark Penn Station, where you can transfer to PATH trains or Amtrak trains to New York City or other destinations. The train ride from Aberdeen-Matawan to Newark Penn Station takes about 50 minutes.
Some Marlboro residents also use private commuter services such as Academy Bus or Suburban Transit, which offer direct routes to New York City’s Port Authority Bus Terminal or Wall Street area. These services are more expensive but faster and more comfortable than public buses.
Points of Interest
Marlboro has a variety of points of interest for different tastes and preferences. Some of them are:
- Henry Hudson Trail: A 24-mile paved trail for biking, hiking, jogging…that follows a former railroad route through scenic landscapes.
- Old Brick Reformed Church: One of the oldest churches in the area, dating back to 1699, with a historic cemetery and a museum.
- Church of Saint Gabriel: A Roman Catholic church with beautiful stained glass windows and a peaceful atmosphere.
- Luxe Limo Service: A professional limousine service that offers transportation for weddings, parties, airport transfers…with luxury vehicles and courteous drivers.
- Fireside Grill and Bar: A cozy restaurant and bar that serves American cuisine, cocktails, craft beers…with live music and karaoke nights.
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