Monroe Township is a thriving, growing city in Morris County, New Jersey. Over the past two decades, the city has seen a significant increase in residential development, especially around Route 33 and the NJ Turnpike. In addition to new communities, portions of Monroe's farmland have been given commercial zoning, and roads have been widened and constructed to accommodate more vehicular volume. Developers have also begun developing new communities further south in Monroe Township. New adult communities have popped up along CR 615, and luxury homes are being built in central Monroe Township.
In the most recent census, the township's population was estimated at 24,065. There were 10,521 households that included children. This number also includes households with a female householder who was living without her husband. The median age of the population was 37 years, and males outnumbered females 93.4 to 100. Senior citizens made up 9.6% of the population. In addition, the township's population was dominated by whites.
Monroe Township is located in the state of New Jersey, in Middlesex County. The city's population was 36,560 in the 2010 census. The township has 10 constituent neighborhoods, and it is the 32nd largest community in the state. It is a family-friendly place to live, with excellent school systems and easy access to a large number of colleges and universities nearby. There is a vibrant culture and a strong economy in the city.