Located in Essex County, New Jersey, Irvington was established in 1874. Named for author Washington Irving (Sleepy Hollow, Rip Van Winkle). Adjacent to Newark in Essex County.
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Founded1874|Population60,000|Peak60,000(2024)|CountyEssex County
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1874Founded: Irvington was founded in Essex County.
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1874Incorporated: Named for Washington Irving.
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1898Incorporated: Irvington was officially incorporated as a city.
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2010Modern Era: Irvington continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Did You Know?
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Named for author Washington Irving (Sleepy Hollow, Rip Van Winkle).
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Adjacent to Newark in Essex County.
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Township in the NYC metro area.
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Irvington was founded in 1874.
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Irvington has a population of approximately 60,000.
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