Today the town is the third largest municipality in square miles in Union County and is primarily a residential community that offers a tranquil small-town lifestyle to its 23,000 residents. Only 1.5% of its area is comprised of industry
The township is also distinguished by excellent cultural and community recreational programs, lovely single family homes, with a few garden apartments and townhouse/condominiums.Scotch Plains Township has been rated among the 100 Best Places to Live in New Jersey for 2019, according to New Jersey Monthly magazine's annual rankings. Scotch Plains ranked No. 82 in the list, which was good for 7th place in Union County.
The Scotch Plains Farmers' Marketplace is one of the best and most popular open-air markets in the area. Here, you will find only the "Best of the Best Vendors" with an engaging variety of fresh grown local produce, delicious handmade baked goods, and gourmet-style food products. Scotch Plains has re-imagined our Market, and now offer a larger, safer, and more enjoyable walking Market for our guests. Our Market is open every Saturday, from 8 am - 1 pm, rain or shine. The season runs through the last Saturday, before Thanksgiving - that being November 21st.