Bedminster, New Jersey facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bedminster, New Jersey
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Location of Bedminster in Somerset County highlighted in yellow (right). Inset map: Location of Somerset County in New Jersey highlighted in black (left).
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Census Bureau map of Bedminster Township, New Jersey
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 Bedminster, New Jersey
Location in Somerset County, New Jersey
Bedminster, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Bedminster, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  New Jersey |
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| County |  Somerset |
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| Royal charter | April 4, 1749 | |
| Incorporated | February 21, 1798 | |
| Named for | Bedminster, Bristol | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Township | |
| • Body | Township Committee | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 26.38 sq mi (68.31 km2) | |
| • Land | 26.12 sq mi (67.66 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.25 sq mi (0.66 km2) 0.96% | |
| Area rank | 100th of 565 in state 5th of 21 in county |
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| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 8,272 | |
| • Estimate
(2023)
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8,179 | |
| • Rank | 286th of 565 in state 12th of 21 in county |
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| • Density | 316.7/sq mi (122.3/km2) | |
| • Density rank | 472nd of 565 in state 20th of 21 in county |
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| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) | |
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| Area code(s) | 908 | |
| FIPS code | 3403504450 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0882176 | |
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Bedminster is a township located in Somerset County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. It's part of the Raritan Valley region and the Somerset Hills. In 2020, about 8,272 people lived there. Bedminster borders other counties like Hunterdon and Morris.
The area was first settled in 1710 by immigrants from different parts of Europe. It was named after a place called Bedminster in England. Bedminster Township was officially created on April 4, 1749. Later, on February 21, 1798, it became a formal township. A small part of Bedminster was used to form Peapack-Gladstone in 1912.
Bedminster is famous for a very important Revolutionary War site. This site, called the Pluckemin Continental Artillery Cantonment Site, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Here, General Henry Knox created America's first military artillery training academy. This academy was a very early version of the United States Military Academy at West Point.
In 2012, Bedminster was listed as one of "America's Most Expensive ZIP Codes" by Forbes.com. This means homes there can be quite pricey.
Contents
- Exploring Bedminster's Location and Weather
- People of Bedminster
- Bedminster's Economy and Businesses
- Sports and Recreation in Bedminster
- Learning and Schools in Bedminster
- Getting Around Bedminster
- "The Summer White House" Connection
- Places to Visit in Bedminster
- Famous People from Bedminster
- See also
Exploring Bedminster's Location and Weather
Where is Bedminster Located?
Bedminster Township covers about 26.38 square miles (68.31 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small amount of water.
Some smaller communities and places within Bedminster include Burnt Mills, Greater Cross Roads, Lamington, Pluckemin, and Pottersville. Pottersville is actually split between Bedminster and another township called Tewksbury Township.
Bedminster shares its borders with several other towns. To the northeast, it borders Peapack-Gladstone and Far Hills. To the east, it's next to Bernards Township. To the south, you'll find Branchburg and Bridgewater Township. On the west, it borders Readington Township and Tewksbury Township. And to the north, it borders Chester Township.
What's the Weather Like in Bedminster?
| Climate data for Bedminster, New Jersey | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 74 (23) |
76 (24) |
86 (30) |
95 (35) |
99 (37) |
103 (39) |
107 (42) |
108 (42) |
109 (43) |
95 (35) |
84 (29) |
73 (23) |
109 (43) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 37 (3) |
40 (4) |
50 (10) |
61 (16) |
71 (22) |
80 (27) |
84 (29) |
82 (28) |
75 (24) |
64 (18) |
53 (12) |
42 (6) |
62 (17) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 19 (−7) |
20 (−7) |
28 (−2) |
37 (3) |
47 (8) |
56 (13) |
62 (17) |
60 (16) |
53 (12) |
40 (4) |
33 (1) |
24 (−4) |
40 (4) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −20 (−29) |
−16 (−27) |
−4 (−20) |
11 (−12) |
26 (−3) |
34 (1) |
41 (5) |
38 (3) |
29 (−2) |
12 (−11) |
5 (−15) |
−18 (−28) |
−20 (−29) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 4.05 (103) |
2.88 (73) |
4.04 (103) |
4.18 (106) |
4.67 (119) |
4.18 (106) |
4.86 (123) |
4.37 (111) |
4.72 (120) |
3.78 (96) |
4.01 (102) |
3.80 (97) |
49.56 (1,259) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 8 (20) |
8 (20) |
5 (13) |
1 (2.5) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
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1 (2.5) |
5 (13) |
28 (71) |
People of Bedminster
How Many People Live Here?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1790 | 1,197 | — | |
| 1810 | 1,312 | — | |
| 1820 | 1,393 | 6.2% | |
| 1830 | 1,453 | 4.3% | |
| 1840 | 1,589 | 9.4% | |
| 1850 | 1,826 | 14.9% | |
| 1860 | 1,996 | 9.3% | |
| 1870 | 1,881 | −5.8% | |
| 1880 | 1,813 | −3.6% | |
| 1890 | 1,749 | −3.5% | |
| 1900 | 1,925 | 10.1% | |
| 1910 | 2,375 | 23.4% | |
| 1920 | 1,088 | * | −54.2% |
| 1930 | 1,374 | 26.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,606 | 16.9% | |
| 1950 | 1,613 | 0.4% | |
| 1960 | 2,322 | 44.0% | |
| 1970 | 2,597 | 11.8% | |
| 1980 | 2,469 | −4.9% | |
| 1990 | 7,086 | 187.0% | |
| 2000 | 8,302 | 17.2% | |
| 2010 | 8,165 | −1.7% | |
| 2020 | 8,272 | 1.3% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 8,179 | 0.2% | |
| Population sources: 1790–1920 1840 1850–1870 1850 1870 1880–1890 1890–1910 1910–1930 1940–2000 2000 2010 2020 * = Lost territory in previous decade. |
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In 2010, there were 8,165 people living in Bedminster. This number went up slightly to 8,272 people by 2020. The population density was about 313 people per square mile.
Most people in Bedminster are White (86.41%). There are also Asian (8.68%) and Black or African American (2.06%) residents. About 6.36% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
In terms of age, about 17.7% of the people were under 18 years old. The median age was 43.3 years, meaning half the population was older than 43.3 and half was younger.
Bedminster's Economy and Businesses
Bedminster has been home to the main offices of some big companies. For example, AT&T Corporation used to have its corporate headquarters here. Now, AT&T's Global Network Operations Center, which keeps an eye on network traffic around the world, is still in Bedminster. Verizon Wireless also had its main office here before moving in 2006.
Sports and Recreation in Bedminster
Trump National Golf Club
The Trump National Golf Club is located in Bedminster. It is owned by Donald Trump and has two 18-hole golf courses. These courses were designed by famous golf course architects.
Learning and Schools in Bedminster
Bedminster Township School District
Students in Bedminster from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade attend the Bedminster Township Public School. This school is part of the Bedminster Township School District. In the 2020–21 school year, there were 486 students and about 55 teachers. This means there was about one teacher for every nine students.
After eighth grade, students go to Bernards High School. This high school is part of the Somerset Hills Regional School District. Students from nearby towns like Bernardsville, Far Hills, and Peapack-Gladstone also attend Bernards High School. In 2020–21, the high school had 819 students and about 66 teachers.
Somerset Hills Learning Institute
The Somerset Hills Learning Institute was started in 1998. It helps children who are on the autism spectrum. They use special teaching methods to help students learn. In 2024, a local grocery store started selling salads grown by students in the school's hydroponics program. This program teaches students about farming and careers.
Getting Around Bedminster
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Roads and Highways
Bedminster has many roads, totaling about 68 miles. The township itself takes care of most of these roads.
Major highways run through Bedminster. Interstate 287 goes through the eastern part, and Interstate 78 runs mostly through the center. U.S. Route 202 and U.S. Route 206 also pass through the area.
Public Transportation
If you need to travel by train, the closest NJ Transit station is the Far Hills station. This station is on the Morris & Essex Lines.
Somerset County also has a bus service that runs along Route 206. This bus connects Bedminster to nearby towns like Bridgewater and Somerville.
For those traveling to Midtown Manhattan, Lakeland Bus Lines offers bus service during rush hour from Bedminster to the Port Authority Bus Terminal.
"The Summer White House" Connection
The property that is now the Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster has an interesting history. It was once a large farm. In 2002, Donald Trump bought the estate. He then developed the Trump National Golf Club Bedminster on the property.
When Donald Trump was president of the United States, he spent a lot of time at this property. Because of this, some people called it "the summer White House" or "White House North." This was not an official name, but it showed how often the president visited. He often played golf there.
Places to Visit in Bedminster
- Natirar: This is a large estate that spans across Bedminster and two other towns. It's now a park managed by Somerset County, with beautiful land for people to enjoy.
- Historic Vanderveer-Knox House & Museum: This old house was used by General Henry Knox during the Revolutionary War. The township bought it in 1989, and it's now a museum listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
- Pluckemin Continental Artillery Cantonment Site: This historic site is where General Henry Knox created America's first artillery training academy during the winter of 1778–1779. It's known as a very early version of the United States Military Academy at West Point.
Famous People from Bedminster
Many notable people have lived in or are connected to Bedminster Township.
- John DeLorean (1925–2005), he founded the DeLorean Motor Company.
- Steve Forbes (born 1947), he is the editor-in-chief of Forbes magazine.
- John Honeyman (1729–1822), known as a "spy of Washington" during the American Revolutionary War.
- Woody Johnson (born 1947), he owns the New York Jets football team.
- Thomas Kean (born 1935), a former Governor of New Jersey.
- Jacqueline Mars (born 1939), an heiress and investor for Mars, Incorporated.
- Zebulon Pike (1779–1813), an American general and explorer. Pikes Peak in Colorado is named after him.
- Mark Sanchez (born 1986), a former NFL quarterback.
- Donald Trump (born 1946), the 45th President of the United States.
- Danika Yarosh (born 1998), an actress who has appeared in TV shows.
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Bedminster (Nueva Jersey) para niños
