Far Hills, New Jersey
Far Hills: borough in Somerset County, New Jersey
About
Far Hills is a city located in the county of Somerset in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Its population at the 2010 census was 919 and a population density of 72 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 901 inhabitants.
The city was created 104 years ago in 1921.
Quick Facts about Far Hills
| Population | 901 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Jersey (United States) |
| County | Somerset County |
| Postal code | 07931 |
| Area | 12.79 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.6843,-74.6357 |
| Altitude | 699 feet / 213 meters |
| Establishment | May 12, 1921 (104 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 01:22:54 (16th April 2026) |
| Density | 70 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 89℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Far Hills is located at 40°41'3"N 74°38'9"W (40.6842700, -74.6357100). It has 2 neighbors: Bedminster and Bernardsville.
Far Hills map
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 89. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Far Hills decreased by 2% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 919 | - | census |
| 2011 | 926 | 0.76% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 926 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 925 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 922 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 918 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 916 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 913 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 910 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 903 | -0.78% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 901 | -0.22% | estimation process |
People born in Far Hills (2)
People born in Far Hills, including racing driver P. J. Chesson, aviator Suzanne Humphreys, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Far Hills, NJ. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 186645 | Raritan Valley Community College | Branchburg (NJ) | 08876 |
Nearby Transit Stations (25)
Rail and bus stations connected to Far Hills, 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 |
| EWR | Newark Liberty International Airport | Newark Liberty International Airport | RAIL |
| NWK | Pennsylvania Station | 1 Raymond Plaza West | RAIL |
| PJC | Princeton Junction station | 2 Wallace Road | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Far Hills.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Far Hill Post Office | Far Hills (NJ) | 07931 |
Other cities in Somerset County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Somerset County , NJ.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough | 40,105 | Township in Somerset county, New Jersey |
| Voorhees | 29,107 | Township in Camden County, New Jersey |
| Montgomery | 23,094 | Township in Somerset County, New Jersey |
| North Plainfield | 21,246 | Borough in Somerset County, New Jersey |
| Somerville | 12,157 | Borough in Somerset County, New Jersey |
| Bound Brook | 10,159 | Borough in Somerset County, New Jersey |
| Manville | 10,046 | Borough in Somerset County, New Jersey |
| Bedminster | 7,949 | Township of New Jersey |
| Raritan | 7,748 | Borough in Somerset County, New Jersey |
| Bernardsville | 7,556 | Borough in New Jersey, United States |
| Watchung | 6,007 | Borough in Somerset County, New Jersey, United States |
| South Bound Brook | 4,518 | Borough in Somerset County, New Jersey |
| Peapack | 2,086 | Human settlement in Somerset County, New Jersey, United States of America |
| Rocky Hill | 666 | Borough in Somerset County, New Jersey |