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See Hampton Township, New Jersey for the municipality in Sussex County
Hampton, New Jersey
Borough
Map of Hampton in Hunterdon County
Map of Hampton in Hunterdon County
CountryUnited States
StateNew Jersey
CountyHunterdon
Area
 • Total
1.5 sq mi (4.0 km2)
 • Land1.5 sq mi (4.0 km2)
 • Water0.0 sq mi (0.0 km2)
Elevation
541 ft (165 m)
Population
 (2000)
 • Total
1,546
 • Density1,006.8/sq mi (388.7/km2)
Time zoneUTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
08827
Area code908
FIPS code34-29460
GNIS feature ID0876919

Hampton is a Borough in Hunterdon County, New Jersey, United States. As of the United States 2000 Census, the borough population was 1,546.

What is now Hampton was originally incorporated by an Act of the New Jersey Legislature as Junction Borough on February 20, 1895, from portions of both Lebanon Township and Bethlehem Township, based on the results of a referendum held on the previous day. By a resolution of the borough council, the name was changed to Hampton as of February 11, 1909. In 1931, additional territory was annexed from both Glen Gardner borough and Bethlehem Township.[1]

Hampton Borough, on the banks of the Musconetcong River has changed little since it was first settled in 1800. In 1880, the town was comprised of a store, hotel, cabinet manufacturer, blacksmith, wheelwright shop, grist mill, school house and about 25 dwellings. Hampton was once known as "Junction" because the Central Railroad of New Jersey and the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad crossed through here.[2]

Geography

Hampton is located at 40°42′22″N 74°57′29″W / 40.70611°N 74.95806°W / 40.70611; -74.95806Invalid arguments have been passed to the {{#coordinates:}} function (40.706150, -74.957950)Template:GR.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough has a total area of 4.0 km² (1.5 mi²), all land.

Hampton borders Bethlehem Township, Glen Gardner Borough, and Lebanon Township. Hampton also borders Warren County.

Demographics

Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
1930861—
19408640.3%
195097512.8%
19601,13516.4%
19701,38622.1%
19801,61416.5%
19901,515−6.1%
20001,5462.0%
2006 (est.)1,658[3]
Population 1930 - 1990.[4]

As of the censusTemplate:GR of 2000, there were 1,546 people, 559 households, and 377 families residing in the borough. The population density was 387.6/km² (1,006.8/mi²). There were 574 housing units at an average density of 143.9/km² (373.8/mi²). The racial makeup of the borough was 91.01% White, 4.98% African American, 0.39% Native American, 0.97% Asian, 0.78% from other races, and 1.88% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.85% of the population.

There were 559 households out of which 36.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.3% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.4% were non-families. 27.7% of all households were made up of individuals and 13.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 3.20.

In the borough the population was spread out with 25.7% under the age of 18, 10.9% from 18 to 24, 30.3% from 25 to 44, 22.1% from 45 to 64, and 11.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females there were 106.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 108.0 males.

The median income for a household in the borough was $51,111, and the median income for a family was $64,583. Males had a median income of $45,096 versus $32,000 for females. The per capita income for the borough was $22,440. About 7.1% of families and 8.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.1% of those under age 18 and 3.5% of those age 65 or over.

Government

Local government

The Mayor of Hampton Borough is Rob Walton (term ends December 31, 2007). Members of the Hampton Borough Council are Robert Celentano (2009), James Cregar (2009), Peter Desch (2007), Andrew Hurley (2008), Kristine Peterson (2009) and Carroll Swenson (2007).[5]

On Election Day, November 7, 2006, voters elected a mayor to a fill the last 14 months of a four-year term of office, and filled two three-year terms and a one-year unexpired seat on the Borough Council. Republican Councilmember Rob Walton defeated Democrat Bob Shumski in his bid for re-election. Republican Carroll L. Swenson edged Democrat Beth Berglund for a one-year unexpired term. Republican newcomer Kris Peterson and Democratic incumbent Robert M. Celentano were elected to fill the two open three-year seats with a term of office starting on January 1, 2007.[6]

Municipal Office

Borough Hall
PO Box 418 - 1 Wells Avenue
Hampton, NJ 08827
MUNICIPAL OFFICE OPEN: Monday through Friday - 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
Phone: 908-537-2329 Fax: 908-537-7097

Meetings

  • Borough Council: 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 8:00 pm - Borough Hall
  • Board of Adjustment, Planning Board: 3rd Thursday of each month at 7:30 pm - Borough Hall
  • Board of Health: 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 8:00 pm - Borough Hall
  • Rescue Squad: 1st Wednesday of each month 7:30 pm (General Body Meeting) 3rd Wednesday of each month 7:00 pm (Drill Night) - Rescue Squad Building

Federal, state and county representation

Hampton Borough is in the Seventh Congressional District and is part of New Jersey's 23rd Legislative District.[7]

For the 118th United States Congress, New Jersey's 7th congressional district is represented by Thomas Kean Jr. (R, Westfield).[8] New Jersey is represented in the United States Senate by Democrats Cory Booker (Newark, term ends 2027) and Andy Kim (Moorestown, term ends 2031).[9][10]

For the 2024-2025 session, the 23rd legislative district of the New Jersey Legislature is represented in the State Senate by Doug Steinhardt (R, Lopatcong Township) and in the General Assembly by John DiMaio (R, Hackettstown) and Erik Peterson (R, Franklin Township).[11] Template:NJ Governor

Hunterdon County is governed by a Board of Chosen Commissioners composed of five members who are elected at-large on a partisan basis to serve three-year terms of office on a staggered basis, with either one or two seats up for election each year as part of the November general election. At an annual reorganization meeting held each January, the commissioners select one member to serve as the board's Director and another to serve as Deputy Director, each for a one-year term.[12][13] As of 2025, Hunterdon County's Commissioners are:

Zachary T. Rich (R; West Amwell Township, 2025),[14] Director Jeff Kuhl (R; Raritan Township, 2027)[15] John E. Lanza (R; Raritan Township, 2025),[16] Deputy Director Susan Soloway (R; Franklin Township, 2027)[17] and Shaun C. Van Doren (R; Tewksbury Township, 2026).[18][19]

Constitutional officers elected on a countywide basis are: Clerk Mary H. Melfi (R; Flemington, 2026),[20][21] Sheriff Fredrick W. Brown (R; Alexandria Township, 2025)[22][23] and Surrogate Heidi Rohrbach (R; Lebanon Township, 2028).[24][25]

Public Utilities

Garbage is collected every Monday except when the date falls on a national holiday. Garbage will then be picked up on the next working day. Sanitation limit is two thirty gallon containers per household per week. Extra bag stickers can be purchased from the Municipal office.

Recycling is collected every other Tuesday except when the date falls on a national holiday. recycling will then be picked up on the next working day.

  • Items Collected
    • Mixed Bottles and Cans: Clear and Colored Glass, Type 1 & 2 Plastic and Aluminum and Bi-Metal Cans. All can be placed in one plastic bin and should be thoroughly rinsed. Note: Plastic grocery bags are not recyclable. Plastic bags can typically be recycled at the local grocery store.
    • Newspaper, Magazines, Junk Mail and other printed paper material: Bundle together with string/twine. Do not place in plastic bags.
    • Corrugated Cardboard: Cut/fold into manageable sizes and bundle with string/twine. Do not include paperboard boxes such as cereal boxes.

Chip, brush, and leaves are collected on the first Thursday and Friday of each month. Leaves are collected October 24th - December 30th. Branch size is not to exceed 6 inches in diameter and 10 feet in length.

Spring and Fall curbside cleanup: Dates vary each year. There are several restrictions on the items that may be thrown away. Please consult municipal office for more assistance

Education

Students in grades K to 8 attend the Hampton Public School.

Students in grades 9 through 12 attend Voorhees High School in Glen Gardner as part of the North Hunterdon-Voorhees Regional High School District. Voorhees High School serves students from Califon Borough, Glen Gardner Borough, Hampton Borough, High Bridge Borough, Lebanon Township and Tewksbury Township.

Notable residents

Notable current and former residents of Hampton include:

References

  1. ^ "The Story of New Jersey's Civil Boundaries: 1606-1968", John P. Snyder, Bureau of Geology and Topography; Trenton, New Jersey; 1969. p. 155.
  2. ^ Hunterdon County webpage for Hampton Borough, Hunterdon County, New Jersey. Accessed March 20, 2007.
  3. ^ Census data for Hampton borough, United States Census Bureau. Accessed March 1, 2007.
  4. ^ Jersey Resident Population by Municipality: 1930 - 1990, Workforce New Jersey Public Information Network. Accessed March 1, 2007.
  5. ^ Hunterdon County webpage for Hampton Borough, Hunterdon County, New Jersey. Accessed March 17, 2007.
  6. ^ Hampton Borough 2006 Election Results, Hunterdon County, New Jersey. Accessed November 16, 2006.
  7. ^ 2006 New Jersey Citizen's Guide to Government, New Jersey League of Women Voters, p. 58. Accessed August 30, 2006.
  8. ^ "Congressman Malinowski Fights For The Corporate Transparency Act", Tom Malinowski, press release dated October 23, 2019. Accessed January 19, 2022. "My name, Tom Malinowski. My address, 86 Washington Street, Rocky Hill, NJ 08553."
  9. ^ U.S. Sen. Cory Booker cruises past Republican challenger Rik Mehta in New Jersey, PhillyVoice. Accessed April 30, 2021. "He now owns a home and lives in Newark's Central Ward community."
  10. ^ https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/andy-kim-new-jersey-senate/
  11. ^ Legislative Roster for District 23, New Jersey Legislature. Accessed January 18, 2024.
  12. ^ Board of County Commissioners, Hunterdon County, New Jersey. Accessed March 1, 2023. "As top governing officials of Hunterdon County, the five Commissioners are chosen by popular vote in the November general elections. The term of office is for two or three years and the current compensation is $16,000 a year, with an extra $1,000 for the Director. One or two of the five members is elected each year."
  13. ^ Elected and Appointed Officials, Hunterdon County, New Jersey. Accessed March 1, 2023.
  14. ^ Zachary T. Rich, Hunterdon County, New Jersey. Accessed March 1, 2023.
  15. ^ Jeff Kuhl, Hunterdon County, New Jersey. Accessed March 1, 2023.
  16. ^ John E. Lanza, Hunterdon County, New Jersey. Accessed March 1, 2023.
  17. ^ Susan Soloway, Hunterdon County, New Jersey. Accessed March 1, 2023.
  18. ^ Shaun C. Van Doren, Hunterdon County, New Jersey. Accessed March 1, 2025.
  19. ^ 2022 County Data Sheet, Hunterdon County, New Jersey. Accessed March 1, 2023.
  20. ^ Clerk Mary H. Melfi, Hunterdon County, New Jersey. Accessed March 1, 2023.
  21. ^ Clerks, Constitutional Officers Association of New Jersey. Accessed March 1, 2023.
  22. ^ Meet the Sheriff, Hunterdon County, New Jersey. Accessed March 1, 2023.
  23. ^ Sheriffs, Constitutional Officers Association of New Jersey. Accessed March 1, 2023.
  24. ^ Surrogate Susan J. Hoffman, Hunterdon County, New Jersey. Accessed March 1, 2023.
  25. ^ Surrogates, Constitutional Officers Association of New Jersey. Accessed March 1, 2023.
  26. ^ Glenway Wescott Biography (1901–87), biography.com. Accessed August 1, 2007. "He returned to America and settled near Hampton, NJ."

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