Located in Atlantic County, New Jersey, Egg Harbor was founded in 1798. Named for eggs found by Dutch sailors in birds' nests. Separate from Egg Harbor City.
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Founded1798|Population44,000|Peak44,000(2024)|CountyAtlantic County
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1798Township: Atlantic County.
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1848Economic Development: Egg Harbor grew through manufacturing and industry.
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2010Modern Era: Egg Harbor continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020Modern Growth: Egg Harbor continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Named for eggs found by Dutch sailors in birds' nests.
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Separate from Egg Harbor City.
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Atlantic County township near Atlantic City.
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Egg Harbor was founded in 1798.
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Egg Harbor has a population of approximately 44,000.
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