Dayton, New Jersey facts for kids
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Dayton, New Jersey
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Center of Dayton
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Map of Dayton CDP in Middlesex County. Inset: Location of Middlesex County in New Jersey.
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 Dayton, New Jersey
Location in Middlesex County, New Jersey
Dayton, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Dayton, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Middlesex |
| Township | South Brunswick |
| Named for | Jonathan Dayton or William L. Dayton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.43 sq mi (6.30 km2) |
| • Land | 2.41 sq mi (6.24 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.07 km2) 0.13% |
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 8,138 |
| • Density | 3,380.97/sq mi (1,305.18/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) |
| ZIP Code |
08810
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| Area code(s) | 732/848 |
| FIPS code | 34-16630 |
| GNIS feature ID | 02389397 |
Dayton is a small community in South Brunswick Township, located in Middlesex County, New Jersey, in the United States. It's known as a "census-designated place" (CDP), which means it's an area that the government counts as a specific place for population studies, even though it's not officially a town or city.
In 2020, about 8,138 people lived in Dayton. This was an increase from 7,063 people in 2010. Dayton has its own post office and ZIP Code (08810). The community was named in 1866. It might have been named after William L. Dayton, a lawyer who became a U.S. Senator, or Jonathan Dayton, who was the youngest person to sign the United States Constitution. Before 1866, the area was called "Cross Roads." The name was changed to avoid confusion with mail going to other places with the same name.
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Dayton's Location and Landscape
Dayton is found in the southwestern part of Middlesex County. It shares borders with Deans to the north and Monmouth Junction to the west.
Roads and Waterways
U.S. Route 130 runs along the eastern edge of Dayton. This road can take you about 10 miles north to New Brunswick, which is the main city in Middlesex County. It can also take you about 7 miles south to Hightstown.
Dayton covers about 2.43 square miles (6.30 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small amount of water. Water from the community flows into Devils Brook, which then goes into the Millstone River. Water also flows into Lawrence Brook, which eventually joins the Raritan River.
People of Dayton
The population of Dayton has grown over the years. Here's how many people have lived there during different census counts:
- 1990: 4,321 people
- 2000: 6,235 people
- 2010: 7,063 people
- 2020: 8,138 people
Dayton's Population in 2010
In 2010, the 2010 United States census counted 7,063 people living in Dayton. There were 2,288 households, which are groups of people living together in one home.
About 30% of the people in Dayton were under 18 years old. The average age of people living in Dayton was 36 years old.
Businesses in Dayton
Dayton is home to several companies. Some of these include:
- 2(X)IST: A clothing brand known for men's underwear.
- Accutest Laboratories: A company that tests the environment for different industries and government groups.
- Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc.: A center for distributing medicines.
- Aurolife Pharma LLC: A center for making medicines.
- GMB North America, Inc.
- Haddad Brands: A family business that makes clothing and accessories.
Getting Around Dayton
Several important roads help people travel in and out of Dayton.
- County Route 522 goes through the community.
- U.S. Route 130 runs along the eastern side of Dayton.
- Other major roads like the New Jersey Turnpike, U.S. Route 1, and New Jersey Route 32 are also close by.
Famous People from Dayton
Dayton has been home to some notable people:
- Ed Moran (born 1981): A retired runner who won a gold medal in the 5000-meter race at the 2007 Pan American Games.
- Sydney Schneider (born 1999): A talented goalkeeper who plays for the UNC Wilmington Seahawks and the Jamaica women's national football team.
See also
In Spanish: Dayton (Nueva Jersey) para niños
