East Brunswick, New Jersey
East Brunswick: township in Middlesex County, New Jersey
About
East Brunswick is a township located in the county of Middlesex in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Its population at the 2010 census was 47,512. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 48,309 inhabitants.
The township was created 166 years ago in 1860.
Quick Facts about East Brunswick
| Population | 48,309 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Jersey (United States) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Postal code | 08816 |
| Phone Area Codes | 732 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.4279,-74.4160 |
| Altitude | 121 feet / 37 meters |
| Establishment | February 28, 1860 (166 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 03:19:00 (17th April 2026) |
| Population growth | 1.65% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 82℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
East Brunswick is located at 40°25'40"N 74°24'58"W (40.4278800, -74.4159800). It has 8 neighbors: Milltown, Edison, Helmetta, Monroe Township, New Brunswick, Sayreville, South River and Spotswood.
East Brunswick map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers after 8am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. Northwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of East Brunswick
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of East Brunswick increased by 1.65% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1860 | 2,436 | - | statistical updating |
| 1870 | 2,861 | 14.85% | statistical updating |
| 1880 | 3,272 | 12.56% | statistical updating |
| 1890 | 2,642 | -23.85% | statistical updating |
| 1900 | 2,423 | -9.04% | statistical updating |
| 1910 | 1,610 | -50.5% | statistical updating |
| 1920 | 1,857 | 13.3% | statistical updating |
| 1930 | 2,711 | 31.5% | statistical updating |
| 1940 | 3,706 | 26.85% | statistical updating |
| 1950 | 5,699 | 34.97% | statistical updating |
| 1960 | 19,965 | 71.46% | statistical updating |
| 1970 | 34,166 | 41.56% | statistical updating |
| 1980 | 37,711 | 9.4% | statistical updating |
| 2000 | 46,756 | 19.35% | statistical updating |
| 2010 | 47,512 | 1.59% | census |
| 2011 | 47,618 | 0.22% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 47,827 | 0.44% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 47,844 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 47,908 | 0.13% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 48,005 | 0.2% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 47,937 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 47,915 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 47,800 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 47,611 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 48,309 | 1.44% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in East Brunswick
1Crystal Springs Family Waterpark
380 Dunhams Corner Rd, East Brunswick, NJ 08816, United States View details
Phone: +17323906833 | Website available
2The Jumping Jungle
10 Alvin Ct Suite 100, East Brunswick, NJ 08816, United States View details
Phone: +17326135867 | Website available
3Bicentennial Park
176 Hardenburg Ln, East Brunswick, NJ 08816, United States View details
Phone: +17323906797 | Website available
4Great Oak Park
260 Rues Ln, East Brunswick, NJ 08816, United States View details
Website available
5Jamesburg Park
East Brunswick, NJ 08816, United States View details
Website available
Where to Eat in East Brunswick
1The Halal Guys
621 NJ-18, East Brunswick, NJ 08816, United States View details
Phone: +17322542525 | Website available
2Red Lobster
750 Highway 18 North ACROSS FROM, Brunswick Square Mall, East Brunswick, NJ 08816, United States View details
Phone: +17322384810 | Website available
3Hooters of Brunswick
195 NJ-18, East Brunswick, NJ 08816, United States View details
Phone: +17325659464 | Website available
4Bonefish Grill
335 NJ-18, East Brunswick, NJ 08816, United States View details
Phone: +17323900838 | Website available
5Smashburger
591 Rte. 18, South Dr, East Brunswick, NJ 08816, United States View details
Phone: +17323872620 | Website available
Where to Stay in East Brunswick
1Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tower Center New Brunswick, an IHG Hotel
4 Tower Center Blvd, East Brunswick, NJ 08816, United States View details
Phone: +17322476800 | Website available
People born in East Brunswick (19)
People born in East Brunswick, including actress Hallie Eisenberg, actor Aaron Yoo, actor Dulé Hill, .
More notable people
- Jeanie Bryson (American singer) she was born in 10/03/1958
- Ari Ne'eman (American autism rights advocate) he was born in 10/12/1987
- Brian Selznick (American writer and illustrator) he was born in 14/07/1966
- Wally Dallenbach, Sr. (American racing driver) he was born in 12/12/1936
- Anne Milgram (American lawyer) she was born in 01/01/1975
- Chris Cimino (American television meteorologist) he was born in 01/01/1969
- Dave LaRue (American musician)
- Irving Freese (Connecticut politician) he was born in 19/02/1903
- Jim Vallely (American television writer) he was born in 30/08/1954
- Robert S. McElvaine (American historian) he was born in 24/01/1947
- Jessica Yatrofsky (American artist) she was born in 18/06/1981
- Marilyn A. Morris (American historian) she was born in 05/04/1957
- Gerard Magliocca (American law professor) he was born in 06/02/1973
- Scott Gottlieb (American physician and conservative health policy analyst) he was born in 11/06/1972
- Amir Bell (American basketball player) he was born in 21/05/1996
- Mr. Lawrence (American voice actor, comedian, writer, storyboard artist, animator and director) he was born in 01/01/1969
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to East Brunswick, NJ. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 487852 | American Institute of Alternative Medicine | East Brunswick (NJ) | 08816 |
Nearby Transit Stations (26)
Rail and bus stations connected to East Brunswick, NJ. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| NBK | New Brunswick station | French and Albany Streets | RAIL |
| MET | Metropark station | 100 Middlesex-Essex Turnpike | RAIL |
| PJC | Princeton Junction station | 2 Wallace Road | RAIL |
| EWR | Newark Liberty International Airport | Newark Liberty International Airport | RAIL |
| TRE | Trenton Transit Center | 72 South Clinton Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to East Brunswick.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| East Brunswick Post Office | East Brunswick (NJ) | 08816 |
Other cities in Middlesex County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Middlesex County , NJ. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Woodbridge | 99,430 | Census-designated place in New Jersey, United States |
| Edison | 98,721 | Township in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States |
| Menlo Park | 97,687 | Township in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States |
| Old Bridge | 65,414 | Census-designated place in Old Bridge Township, Middlesex County, New Jersey |
| Piscataway | 57,164 | Township in New Jersey, United States |
| New Brunswick | 56,182 | The most populous city in Middlesex County, New Jersey. |
| Perth Amboy | 51,309 | The most populous city in Middlesex County, New Jersey. |
| Sayreville | 43,855 | A borough in Middlesex County, New Jersey. |
| Sayreville Junction | 42,890 | A census-designated place in Middlesex County, New Jersey. |
| South Plainfield | 23,965 | Borough in Middlesex County, New Jersey |
| Carteret | 23,383 | Borough in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States |
| South Old Bridge | 23,233 | City in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States of America |
| Plainsboro | 22,709 | Township in Middlesex County, New Jersey |
| Morristown | 19,229 | Town in Morris County, New Jersey, USA |
| Iselin | 18,695 | Unincorporated community in New Jersey, United States |
| Avenel | 17,011 | Town in New Jersey, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
East Brunswick distances to largest New Jersey cities