West Caldwell

-Population: 10,717 (1997 census)

-Area: 5.04 sq miles

-Income: $83,396 (1999 median household)

West Caldwell became a borough in 1904 after separating from Caldwell. It changed its status to township in 1982. This suburban community prides itself in having an abundance of recreational facilities, including eight parks, two municipal pools and more than 500 areas of local and County parklands as well as a private country club & golf course. In addition to commercial areas, there are major businesses & industries concentrated in 3 planned industrial parks.