Flemington, New Jersey facts for kids
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Flemington, New Jersey
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Union Hotel in downtown Flemington
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Location of Flemington in Hunterdon County highlighted in red (left). Inset map: Location of Hunterdon County in New Jersey highlighted in orange (right).
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Census Bureau map of Flemington, New Jersey
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 Flemington, New Jersey
Location in Hunterdon County, New Jersey
Flemington, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Flemington, 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 | Hunterdon | |
| Incorporated | April 26, 1910 | |
| Named for | Samuel Fleming | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Borough | |
| • Body | Borough Council | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 1.08 sq mi (2.79 km2) | |
| • Land | 1.08 sq mi (2.79 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) 0.00% | |
| Area rank | 494th of 565 in state 22nd of 26 in county |
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| Elevation | 180 ft (50 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 4,876 | |
| • Estimate
(2023)
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4,902  |
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| • Rank | 381st of 565 in state 8th of 26 in county |
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| • Density | 4,515/sq mi (1,748/km2) | |
| • Density rank | 130th of 565 in state 1st of 26 in county |
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| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) | |
| ZIP Code |
08822
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| Area code(s) | 908 | |
| FIPS code | 3401923700 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 885220 | |
Flemington is a small town called a borough in New Jersey, USA. It is the main town, or county seat, of Hunterdon County. Much of Flemington is in a low area called the Amwell Valley. The South Branch of the Raritan River flows right through the middle of town.
In 2020, about 4,876 people lived in Flemington. This was the highest number of people ever counted in the town! Flemington is a separate town, but it is completely surrounded by Raritan Township. It officially became its own borough on April 26, 1910.
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History of Flemington
Early Times and Settlement
Before Europeans arrived, the land where Flemington is now was home to the Lenni Lenape Native Americans. In 1712, a large piece of land, including Flemington, was bought by William Penn and Daniel Coxe.
Flemington started as a farming community. Early settlers from Germany and England grew crops and raised animals. Over time, poultry and dairy farms became very important. An early family, Johann David and Anna Maria Ephland, settled here in 1717. Their farm became the center of what is now Flemington.
Flemington During the American Revolution
During the American Revolutionary War, on December 14, 1776, British soldiers raided a store in Flemington. They wanted to take guns. Local soldiers, led by Captain John Schenck, ambushed the British on their way back. This fight is known as the Ambush of Geary.
In 1785, Flemington was chosen to be the county seat for Hunterdon County. This meant it would be the main town for government. A fire destroyed the old courthouse in 1826. A new courthouse was built on Main Street, which you can still see today.
Growth in the 1800s
Flemington officially became a "town" on March 14, 1870. Later, it became a "village" in 1894. Finally, on April 7, 1910, it became an independent borough. This happened after people voted for it. The town was named after Samuel Fleming.
In 1856, the Hunterdon County Agricultural Society bought land for the County (Flemington) Fair. This fair helped farmers and businesses show off their products and animals. The fairgrounds also had the Flemington Fair Speedway, which later became Flemington Raceway.
Flemington in the 1900s
In 1935, a very famous trial took place in Flemington. The Union Hotel, across from the courthouse, was full of reporters covering the event.
In the 1980s, Flemington became home to Liberty Village. This was one of the first outlet malls in the United States. By 2023, Liberty Village was empty and planned for new buildings.
The Flemington Speedway hosted big car races, including NASCAR races, from 1995 to 1998. In 2003, the County Fair moved to a new location and changed its name to the Hunterdon County 4-H and Agricultural Fair.
Flemington Today
In the 2010s, there was a lot of discussion about rebuilding the old Union Hotel. By 2021, a plan was approved. It included a new hotel, apartments, and shops.
Historic Places in Flemington
Many buildings in Flemington are very old and important. About 65% of the borough is part of the Flemington Historic District. This means these areas are protected because of their history.
- Union Hotel – This historic hotel in downtown Flemington dates back to the early 1800s. The building you see today was built in 1877.
- Hunterdon County Courthouse – This is the historic court building where the famous trial mentioned earlier took place. Today, it is used for county offices.
- Fleming Castle / Samuel Fleming House – This was the very first house built in Flemington. It is now a historical museum.
Geography and Climate
Flemington covers about 1.08 square miles (2.79 square kilometers) of land. It is completely surrounded by Raritan Township. This makes it one of New Jersey's "doughnut towns," where one town completely wraps around another.
Weather in Flemington
Flemington has a climate with warm summers and cold winters.
| Climate data for Flemington, New Jersey (1991–2020 normals, extremes 1898–present) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 74 (23) |
78 (26) |
88 (31) |
95 (35) |
99 (37) |
102 (39) |
106 (41) |
108 (42) |
105 (41) |
97 (36) |
84 (29) |
75 (24) |
108 (42) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 37.8 (3.2) |
40.9 (4.9) |
49.6 (9.8) |
62.5 (16.9) |
72.4 (22.4) |
80.9 (27.2) |
85.9 (29.9) |
84.1 (28.9) |
77.4 (25.2) |
65.0 (18.3) |
53.3 (11.8) |
42.8 (6.0) |
62.7 (17.1) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 29.2 (−1.6) |
31.3 (−0.4) |
39.3 (4.1) |
50.6 (10.3) |
60.5 (15.8) |
69.5 (20.8) |
74.6 (23.7) |
72.7 (22.6) |
65.7 (18.7) |
53.6 (12.0) |
43.2 (6.2) |
34.5 (1.4) |
52.1 (11.2) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 20.6 (−6.3) |
21.8 (−5.7) |
29.0 (−1.7) |
38.7 (3.7) |
48.6 (9.2) |
58.0 (14.4) |
63.3 (17.4) |
61.4 (16.3) |
54.0 (12.2) |
42.3 (5.7) |
33.2 (0.7) |
26.2 (−3.2) |
41.4 (5.2) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −18 (−28) |
−16 (−27) |
−6 (−21) |
10 (−12) |
25 (−4) |
34 (1) |
41 (5) |
37 (3) |
27 (−3) |
18 (−8) |
2 (−17) |
−14 (−26) |
−18 (−28) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 3.93 (100) |
3.11 (79) |
4.52 (115) |
4.14 (105) |
4.28 (109) |
4.77 (121) |
4.94 (125) |
4.24 (108) |
4.39 (112) |
4.46 (113) |
3.50 (89) |
4.66 (118) |
50.94 (1,294) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 6.2 (16) |
9.4 (24) |
5.7 (14) |
0.9 (2.3) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.4 (1.0) |
4.5 (11) |
27.1 (69) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 10.6 | 9.1 | 10.8 | 11.6 | 12.9 | 11.5 | 10.9 | 10.6 | 8.6 | 10.0 | 9.0 | 10.9 | 126.5 |
| Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 in) | 4.2 | 3.6 | 2.9 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.4 | 2.3 | 13.7 |
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Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 1,174 | — | |
| 1870 | 1,412 | 20.3% | |
| 1880 | 1,751 | 24.0% | |
| 1890 | 1,977 | 12.9% | |
| 1900 | 2,145 | 8.5% | |
| 1910 | 2,693 | 25.5% | |
| 1920 | 2,590 | −3.8% | |
| 1930 | 2,729 | 5.4% | |
| 1940 | 2,617 | −4.1% | |
| 1950 | 3,058 | 16.9% | |
| 1960 | 3,232 | 5.7% | |
| 1970 | 3,917 | 21.2% | |
| 1980 | 4,132 | 5.5% | |
| 1990 | 4,047 | −2.1% | |
| 2000 | 4,200 | 3.8% | |
| 2010 | 4,581 | 9.1% | |
| 2020 | 4,876 | 6.4% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 4,902 | 7.0% | |
| Population sources: 1860–1920 1870 1880–1890 1890–1910 1910–1930 1940–2000 2000 2010 2020 |
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Flemington's Population in 2010
The 2010 United States census counted 4,581 people living in Flemington. There were 1,815 households, which are groups of people living together.
Most people in Flemington were White (78.48%). About 5.81% were Asian, and 3.93% were Black or African American. A large part of the population, 26.15%, identified as Hispanic or Latino.
About 22.3% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age in Flemington was 35.3 years.
Education in Flemington
Students in Flemington go to public schools managed by the Flemington-Raritan Regional School District. This district also serves students from Raritan Township.
The district has six schools:
- Four elementary schools (Kindergarten to 4th grade): Barley Sheaf School, Copper Hill School, Francis A. Desmares School, and Robert Hunter School.
- One intermediate school (5th and 6th grades): Reading-Fleming Intermediate School.
- One middle school (7th and 8th grades): J. P. Case Middle School.
After 8th grade, students attend Hunterdon Central Regional High School. This high school serves students from Flemington and four other nearby towns.
Students from all over Hunterdon County can also apply to the Hunterdon County Vocational School District. This district offers special career and technical programs.
Transportation in Flemington
Flemington has many roads that help people get around.
Major Roads and Traffic Circles
Several important roads pass through Flemington. These include U.S. Route 202, Route 31, and Route 12.
The Flemington Circle is a large traffic circle near downtown. Route 202 and Route 31 meet here. Route 12 also ends at this circle. It is one of the few original traffic circles left in New Jersey. The circle can get very busy, especially on weekends.
There are other traffic circles in the area too. One is on Route 12 at Mine Street. Another is at Route 12 and Main Street, which was changed to a roundabout in 2009.
Public Transportation Options
You can travel to and from Flemington using buses.
- Trans-Bridge Lines offers daily bus service. You can go west to Doylestown or Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. You can also go east to Newark Liberty International Airport, Port Authority Bus Terminal in Midtown Manhattan, and John F. Kennedy International Airport.
- The Hunterdon County LINK provides local bus services. These routes connect Flemington to nearby towns like Raritan Township, Bridgewater Commons Mall, Somerville, Hampton, Lambertville, Milford, and Clinton.
Famous People from Flemington
Many interesting people have lived in or are connected to Flemington:
- Aruna (born 1975), an electronic music singer.
- Brad Benson (born 1955), a football player for the New York Giants.
- Jen Bryant (born 1960), a poet and author of children's books.
- Jason Cabinda (born 1996), a football player for the Detroit Lions.
- Jack Cust (born 1979), a professional baseball player.
- Danny Federici (1950–2008), a keyboard player for the E Street Band.
- Dick Foran (1910–1979), an actor who appeared in many films.
- Kimi Goetz (born 1994), a speed skater who competed in the 2022 Winter Olympics.
- Emily Mason (born 2002), a professional soccer player.
- Barbara McClintock (born 1955), a children's book author and illustrator.
- Charlie Morton (born 1983), a Major League Baseball pitcher.
- William E. Purcell (1856–1928), a United States senator from North Dakota.
- Brian Snyder (born 1958), an MLB pitcher.
- Samuel Lewis Southard (1787–1842), a U.S. Senator and former Governor of New Jersey.
- Brian White (born 1996), a footballer who plays as a forward for the New York Red Bulls.
See also
In Spanish: Flemington (Nueva Jersey) para niños
