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Hillsborough, New Jersey

Located in Somerset County, New Jersey, Hillsborough was founded in 1771. Duke Farms estate (Doris Duke).
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Founded 1771 | Population 40,000 | Peak 40,000 (2024) | County Somerset County

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1771 Twp: Somerset.
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1821 Economic Development: Hillsborough grew through manufacturing and industry.
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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Hillsborough's character and economy.
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2010 Modern Era: Hillsborough continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

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Did You Know?

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Duke Farms estate (Doris Duke).
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Somerset County.
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Suburban semi-rural.
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Hillsborough was founded in 1771.
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Hillsborough has a population of approximately 40,000.

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