New Jersey
282
Local Posts
21
Counties Served
97
With Websites
274
With Phone
Contact Information Coverage
Top Counties by Legion Posts
Bergen County
33 posts
Passaic County
24 posts
Union County
23 posts
Camden County
20 posts
Middlesex County
20 posts
Morris County
19 posts
Ocean County
16 posts
Burlington County
15 posts
Monmouth County
15 posts
Essex County
13 posts
Veteran Population
338,012
Total Veterans
3.8%
of Population
311,449
Male Veterans
26,562
Female Veterans
Veterans by Service Era
| Era | Veterans | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Post-9/11 | 46,253 | 13.7% |
| Gulf War Era | 104,572 | 30.9% |
| Vietnam Era | 109,676 | 32.4% |
| Korean Conflict | 31,747 | 9.4% |
| World War II | 9,448 | 2.6% |
| Peacetime | 4,384,943 | 26.3% |
About New Jersey
With its rich history and diverse economy, New Jersey offers various resources for veterans, including tax exemptions, educational programs, and healthcare services.
Veterans Organizations in New Jersey
World War I
1 organization
- The American Legion Department of NJ (legion)