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Monroe, New Jersey

Located in Middlesex County, New Jersey, Monroe was established in 1838. Named for President James Monroe. Large active adult/55+ communities.
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Founded 1838 | Population 48,000 | Peak 48,000 (2024) | County Middlesex County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Monroe, New Jersey

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1838 Township: Central NJ.
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1855 Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Monroe.
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1888 Economic Development: Monroe grew through manufacturing and industry.
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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Monroe's character and economy.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Monroe's identity and economy.
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Latest News in Monroe

Mar 23, 2026
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May 12, 2016
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Apr 25, 2016
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Hackensack, N.J. – Prosecutors dropped a bombshell accusation on April 25, 2016, claiming a local daycare center had devolved in…
Apr 25, 2016
New Jersey University Probes Threats Against African Americans
New Brunswick, N.J. (April 25, 2016) — A New Jersey university launched an investigation into a wave of threatening messages aim…
Feb 15, 2016
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Feb 12, 2016
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Complete Historical Timeline

1838 Government
Township
1855 Transport
Railroad Era
1888 Industry
Economic Development
1890 Culture
Higher Education
1942 Government
Military Presence

Did You Know?

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Named for President James Monroe.
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Large active adult/55+ communities.
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Central NJ township in Middlesex County.
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Monroe was founded in 1838.
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Monroe has a population of approximately 48,000.

Famous People from Monroe, New Jersey

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Gordon Ryan
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