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Egg Harbor, New Jersey

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.
Founded 1798 | Population 44,000 | Peak 44,000 (2024) | County Atlantic 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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Did You Know?

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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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