Healthcare

Reshaping the Healthcare Industry

With 34,500 healthcare and wellness workers at 1,600 companies across the region, the industry is one of the fastest growing clusters in Morris County, recording 3.2 percent job growth in 2020, compared to 3.5 percent growth nationally. With a $3.8 billion annual GRP, the healthcare and wellness industry has a compelling economic impact within Morris County.

Industry
Healthcare

2026 Employees
21,661

Total Current Earnings (Cost of Living Adjusted)
$86,757

2026 GRP
$3.1 Billion

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COUNTY OVERVIEW

Notable
Companies

  • Morristown Medical/Atlantic Health

    Part of Atlantic Health System, Morristown Medical Center is a non-profit 687-licensed-bed hospital accredited by the Joint Commission. It is a perennial favorite in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals rankings. Morristown Medical is recognized as a top hospital nationwide for Cardiology and Heart Surgery, Geriatrics, Gynecology, Orthopedics and Pulmonology. U.S. News also recognizes hospitals that represent valuable regional sources of quality care. Morristown Medical Center ranked high-performing regionally in Cancer, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Gastroenterology & GI surgery, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery and Urology.

  • Saint Clare's Health

    Located in the Denville/Dover area, Saint Clare’s provides comprehensive services, including behavioral health, emergency services, and cardiovascular care.

  • Chilton Medical Center

    Chilton is an Atlantic Health System hospital located in Pompton Plains, recognized for high-quality care, including emergency and surgical services.

  • Kindred Hospital New Jersey

    Kindred Hospital New Jersey – Morris County, located in Dover, is a long-term acute care facility offering specialized, compassionate care to help patients with complex conditions recover, heal, and regain independence.

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Industry Insight Articles

Atlantic Health and K Health Launch AI Platform to Improve Access to Care

Atlantic Health and K Health Launch AI Platform to Improve Access to Care

 Atlantic Health and K Health Launch AI Platform to Improve Access to Care 775 500 Morris County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC)
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NJ Awards Inaugural Round of Rural Health Transformation Grants

 NJ Awards Inaugural Round of Rural Health Transformation Grants 150 150 Morris County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC)
$48 Million Agreement Approved with Atlantic Health as Medical Center Expansion Plans Loom

$48 Million Agreement Approved with Atlantic Health as Medical Center Expansion Plans Loom

 $48 Million Agreement Approved with Atlantic Health as Medical Center Expansion Plans Loom 600 400 Morris County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC)
WAMFest 2026 ARTS In Health Hosted by FDU and Arts By The People

WAMFest 2026 ARTS In Health Hosted by FDU and Arts By The People

 WAMFest 2026 ARTS In Health Hosted by FDU and Arts By The People 800 430 Morris County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC)

What a Few Morris County
Businesses Have to Say

“Our location in Morris County affords us all the advantages of being in the New York Tri-State area, including ready access to world-class companies and talent. With tranquil surroundings, benign commutes and a supportive work environment, we have much to be thankful for.”

Dan Neugroschl, CEO, Chiral Photonics, Inc.

What a Few Morris County
Businesses Have to Say

“Morris County, home of Holland Manufacturing Company for nearly 60 years, is a great location with access to very competitive truck/freight rates. Morris County is close to ports for export shipments and it provides good rail service.”

Jack Holland, Founder, Holland Manufacturing Company

What a Few Morris County
Businesses Have to Say

“As a core value for BASF, diversity is ingrained in our daily business objectives. Our Morris County location supports this focus with diversity of culture, environment, and access to a pipeline of talented individuals whose background and experiences contribute to our innovation.”

Robin Rotenberg, VP and Chief Communications Officer, BASF

What a Few Morris County
Businesses Have to Say

“Morris County is a great place to live and work. Being able to recruit from a large base of highly educated and hard-working people makes Morris county a natural for our company headquarters. Not to mention easy access to 3 major airports and Manhattan.”

Doug Canfield, President, Canfield Scientific, Inc.

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