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New Brunswick, New Jersey

Located in Middlesex County, New Jersey, New Brunswick was founded in 1681. Johnson & Johnson has been headquartered here since 1886. Rutgers University (1766) is one of the oldest colleges in America.
Founded 1681 | Population 57,000 | Peak 57,000 (2024) | County Middlesex County

Top 10 Most Important Events for New Brunswick, New Jersey

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1681Founded: Raritan River settlement.
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1766Rutgers: Rutgers University founded.
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1886J&J: Johnson & Johnson founded.
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1886Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define New Brunswick's character and economy.
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2010Modern Era: New Brunswick continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Did You Know?

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Johnson & Johnson has been headquartered here since 1886.
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Rutgers University (1766) is one of the oldest colleges in America.
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Known as the 'Hub City' and 'Healthcare City.'.
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New Brunswick is located in Middlesex County, New Jersey.
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New Brunswick was founded in 1681.
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