Hudson County, New Jersey Demographics
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Hudson County is the most densely populated county per square mile in the State of New Jersey. However, Hudson County is the smallest of the 21 Counties by size consisting of only 62 square miles. Given its proximity to Manhattan and New York, it is sometimes referred to as New York City's sixth borough. Furthermore, a large percentage of residents living in Hudson County commutes to New York City for work.
Hudson County, New Jersey Increase in Foreclosure Filings
Along with the rest of the nation, in 2009, Hudson County has experienced a dramatic increase in foreclosures and large drop in property values. In December 2009, 1 in every 456 households received a foreclosure notice in Hudson County. The town by town analysis is as follows: In Bayonne, New Jersey 1 in every 548 households received a foreclosure notice; In Hoboken, New Jersey, 1 in every 1329 households received a foreclosure notice; In Jersey City, New Jersey, 1 in every 381 households received a foreclosure notice; In Harrison, New Jersey 1 in every 338 households received a foreclosure notice; In Kearny 1 in every 508 households received a foreclosure notice; In Secaucus 1 in every 1118 households received a foreclosure notice; In North Bergen, 1 in every 330 households received a foreclosure notice; In West New York, 1 in every 519 households received a foreclosure notice; In Union City 1 in every 589 households received a foreclosure notice.
Hudson County, New Jersey Increase in Bankruptcy Filings
Along with the increased foreclosures, Hudson County has also experienced an increase in bankruptcy filings. If a person lives in Hudson County and has to file bankruptcy, the bankruptcy case will be venued in the Newark vicinage. The Hudson County Superior Court is located in the county seat of Jersey City, New Jersey. The Hudson County Superior Court operates out of two buildings in Jersey City: The Administration Building, located at 595 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306 and The William J. Brennan Courthouse, 583 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306.
Contact a Hudson County bankruptcy attorney to discuss how to best proceed if you are facing legal difficulties.
