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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.
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Founded 1798 | Population 44,000 | Peak 44,000 (2024) | County Atlantic County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Egg Harbor, New Jersey

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1798 Township: Atlantic County.
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1848 Economic Development: Egg Harbor grew through manufacturing and industry.
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2010 Modern Era: Egg Harbor continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020 Modern Growth: Egg Harbor continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Latest News in Egg Harbor

Mar 23, 2026
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Apr 25, 2016
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Complete Historical Timeline

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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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Famous People from Egg Harbor, New Jersey

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Biz Markie
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John F. Gaffney
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