Rumson, New Jersey facts for kids
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Rumson, New Jersey
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Lauriston
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Map of Rumson in Monmouth County. Inset: Location of Monmouth County highlighted in the State of New Jersey.
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Census Bureau map of Rumson, New Jersey
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 Rumson, New Jersey
Location in Monmouth County, New Jersey
Rumson, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Rumson, 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 | Monmouth | |
| Incorporated | June 18, 1907 | |
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| • Type | Borough | |
| • Body | Borough Council | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 7.11 sq mi (18.42 km2) | |
| • Land | 5.07 sq mi (13.12 km2) | |
| • Water | 2.04 sq mi (5.30 km2) 28.76% | |
| Area rank | 242nd of 565 in state 16th of 53 in county |
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| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 7,343 | |
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7,178 | |
| • Rank | 309th of 565 in state 23rd of 53 in county |
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| • Density | 1,449.2/sq mi (559.5/km2) | |
| • Density rank | 340th of 565 in state 41st of 53 in county |
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| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) | |
| ZIP Code |
07760
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| Area code(s) | 732 | |
| FIPS code | 3402565130 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0885381 | |
Rumson is a borough in Monmouth County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. It is part of the larger New York Metropolitan Area. In 2020, about 7,343 people lived in Rumson.
Rumson became an official borough on June 18, 1907. It was created from parts of Shrewsbury Township. This area has been known as one of New Jersey's wealthiest communities.
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History of Rumson
The name "Rumson" might come from an old story. It says that early European settlers bought land from the local Lenape Native Americans using rum. However, as early as 1663, the Native Americans called the area "Navarumsunk." Over time, this name became shorter, turning into "Rumson." Some also think the name might come from a Chief Alumson. Other names for Rumson in the past included Black Point, Port Washington, and Oceanic.
English settlers bought Rumson in different parts. The first purchase happened on January 25, 1665. Rumson is famous for its large 19th-century homes. These homes are found along the Navesink and Shrewsbury rivers. They are also located along the historic Rumson Road, a main street in the borough.
Rumson used to be a popular place for wealthy bankers and business people from New York to spend their summers around 1900. The oldest house in Rumson was the Tredwell House. It was named after a family who spent nearly 100 summers there. The oldest part of the house was built in 1670. This large estate once covered about 700 acres. Sadly, it was destroyed by fire in June 2006. It was the second-oldest building in Monmouth County.
The Lauriston Mansion was built in 1870. It is a large home, about 10,000 square feet, built in the Colonial Revival style. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2002. In the 19th century, summer visitors to Rumson enjoyed swimming and boating in the nearby Navesink River and the Atlantic Ocean. They also liked taking wagon rides. In winter, people used the river for ice boating.
Geography of Rumson
Rumson has a total area of about 7.11 square miles. About 5.07 square miles of this is land, and 2.05 square miles is water. This means about 28.76% of Rumson is water. The area has a humid subtropical climate. This means it has hot, humid summers and mild winters. Average monthly temperatures range from about 32.5 degrees Fahrenheit in January to 75.2 degrees Fahrenheit in July.
Some smaller communities and places within Rumson include East Oceanic, Elsemere, Oceanic, Rumson Bluffs, Rumson Hills, and Waterloo.
Rumson shares borders with several other towns in Monmouth County. These include Fair Haven, Little Silver, Middletown Township, and Sea Bright. It also borders Oceanport and Monmouth Beach by water.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 1,449 | — | |
| 1920 | 1,658 | 14.4% | |
| 1930 | 2,073 | 25.0% | |
| 1940 | 2,926 | 41.1% | |
| 1950 | 4,044 | 38.2% | |
| 1960 | 6,405 | 58.4% | |
| 1970 | 7,421 | 15.9% | |
| 1980 | 7,623 | 2.7% | |
| 1990 | 6,701 | −12.1% | |
| 2000 | 7,137 | 6.5% | |
| 2010 | 7,122 | −0.2% | |
| 2020 | 7,343 | 3.1% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 7,178 | 0.8% | |
| Population sources: 1910–1920 1910 1910–1930 1940–2000 2000 2010 2020 |
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In 2010, there were 7,122 people living in Rumson. There were 2,344 households, and 1,957 families. The population density was about 1,408 people per square mile. Most of the people living in Rumson were White (97.22%). About 1.26% were Asian, and 2.43% were Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (46.8%) had children under 18. Most households (72.4%) were married couples living together. The average household had 3.03 people, and the average family had 3.38 people.
About 32.5% of the people were under 18 years old. About 11.3% were 65 years or older. The average age in Rumson was 41.6 years.
Sports and Recreation
The Seabright Lawn Tennis and Cricket Club was started in 1877. It is the oldest tennis club in the United States that has been active continuously.
Rumson has several public parks for everyone to enjoy. These include Meadowridge Park, Piping Rock Park, Riverside Park, Rogers Park, and West Park. There is also "Teddy's Playground" at Victory Park. This playground was named after Edward “Teddy” Hall Gmelich, a young child who loved the park and sadly passed away from a heart disease.
The Rumson Country Club combines the Rumson Polo Club, the Meadow Yacht Club, and the Sea Bright Yacht Club. Bingham Hall is a place for social events, fun activities, and fundraising events.
Education in Rumson
The Rumson School District serves students from pre-kindergarten up to eighth grade. The district has two schools. As of the 2022–23 school year, there were 911 students.
- Deane-Porter Elementary School: This school has 384 students in grades PreK-3.
- Forrestdale School: This school has 525 students in grades 4-8.
Students in ninth through twelfth grades attend Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School. This high school serves students from both Fair Haven and Rumson. It is located in Rumson. In the 2022–23 school year, 876 students attended the high school. In 2016, Newsweek magazine ranked Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School as the 144th best high school in the United States.
Rumson also has private schools. Holy Cross School is for grades K–8. It is part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Trenton. In 2015, Holy Cross School was recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School. This award is given to schools that perform very well.
Rumson Country Day School was founded in 1926. It serves students from preschool through eighth grade. This school was also recognized by the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program in 1998-99.
Transportation in Rumson
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As of 2010, Rumson had about 49.56 miles of roads. Most of these roads (40.15 miles) are kept up by the town. The county maintains 9.41 miles.
No major highways like Interstates or U.S. routes go directly through Rumson. The most important road in town is County Route 520, also known as Rumson Road.
For public transportation, you can take NJ Transit trains from nearby stations in Little Silver or Red Bank. These trains go to places like Hoboken Terminal and Penn Station in New York City.
Many people who live in Rumson work in the financial industry in New York City. They often use the fast SeaStreak ferry. This ferry leaves from nearby Atlantic Highlands. The ferry ride takes about 40 minutes to get to Wall Street or an hour to Midtown Manhattan. NJ Transit also offers local bus service on the 835 route.
Famous People from Rumson
Many interesting people have lived in or are connected to Rumson. Here are a few:
- Arthur Ashkin (1922–2020): A scientist who won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2018.
- Bret Baier (born 1970): A TV news host for Fox News Channel.
- Jon Bon Jovi (born 1962): A famous rock musician and actor.
- Randy Foye (born 1983): A professional basketball player who played in the NBA.
- Siobhan Fallon Hogan (born 1961): An actress known for movies like Forrest Gump and Men in Black. She was also on Saturday Night Live.
- Deborah Lee James (born 1958): She was the 23rd Secretary of the Air Force.
- Kristjan Järvi (born 1972) and Paavo Järvi (born 1962): Both are famous conductors. Their father, Neeme Järvi (born 1937), also a conductor, settled in Rumson.
- Queen Latifah (born 1970): A well-known actress and musician.
- Heather Locklear (born 1961): An actress.
- Charlie Puth (born 1991): A popular singer-songwriter and record producer.
- Richie Sambora (born 1959): The guitarist for the band Bon Jovi.
- Patti Scialfa (born 1953): A singer-songwriter.
- Henry Selick (born 1952): A director known for stop-motion films like The Nightmare Before Christmas and Coraline.
- Bruce Springsteen (born 1949): A world-famous rock 'n roll musician.
- Meghan Tierney (born 1997): A snowboarder who competed in the Winter Olympics.
Images for kids
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New home construction in Rumson
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New borough hall construction
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Battle of Black Point historical marker
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Rumson World War I memorial
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Rumson shield
See also
In Spanish: Rumson para niños
