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New Jersey Quotes

Roots, memories, and pride from the Garden State

These New Jersey quotes come from people describing early jobs, childhood homes, and the state's identity relative to its bigger neighbor. One speaker jokes that the state is really just New York's suburbs, a theme also present in Geography quotes.

Growing up in Livingston, New Jersey, was terrific.

Quotes by Adam Pally

Before I was a reporter, I worked at a record store in New Jersey.

Quotes by Susannah Cahalan

We're called New Jersey but we're actually the suburbs of New York.

Quotes by Harlan Coben

I moved to Hawaii from Inglewood, New Jersey. I had planned on retiring there.

Quotes by George Benson

Culture Quotes

I was raised in New Jersey - Long Branch.

Quotes by Fred Schneider

I'm from the dirty depths of New Jersey.

Quotes by Ezra Miller

And then we moved to New Jersey and I went to the Art Students League.

Quotes by Donald Judd

I'm a dummy from New Jersey.

Quotes by Chris Gethard

Frequently Asked Questions

What do these New Jersey quotes describe?
They cover early jobs, childhood roots, and playful comparisons of the state to its larger neighbor, New York.
Is there a quote joking about New Jersey's identity?
Yes, one speaker jokes that despite the official name, the area is really just the suburbs of New York.
Do any quotes mention leaving New Jersey?
One entry recalls moving away from New Jersey to Hawaii, with plans to retire there instead of staying in the Garden State.
Why would someone search for New Jersey quotes?
Readers look for this theme to connect with hometown pride, nostalgia, or humor about growing up in the Garden State.
What related topics can I browse next?
Try Identity quotes or Geography quotes for more on place and belonging.

Another recalls retiring plans that started with a move away from Jersey roots entirely. For more on place and belonging, browse Identity quotes or Culture quotes.