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Introduction to Hightstown, New Jersey
Hightstown, New Jersey, in Mercer county, is 12 miles E of Trenton, New Jersey and 37 miles SW of Newark, New Jersey. The town’s population is 5,216.
Hightstown History
The first settlement in Hightstown occurred in 1721. On March 5, 1853, Hightstown was officially incorporated by an Act of the New Jersey Legislature. It obtained full independence in 1894. Fractions from the East Windsor Township were annexed gradually in 1913, 1915 and 1927. The community was named honoring local landowner John Hight.
Hightstown and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Hightstown
The Black River & Western Railroad operates an hour-long scenic trip between Ringoes and Flemington. The Washington Crossing Historic Park memorializes George Washington and his famous trip across the Delaware River on Christmas night of 1776. Local museums include the Hopewell Museum, the Steamboat Dock Museum and the Zimmerli Art Museum. The Duke Island Park offers opportunities for fishing, hiking, and biking.
Hightstown Transportation
John F. Kennedy International Airport is the nearest major airport.
Hightstown Higher Education
Mercer County Community College, Princeton University, Rider University and Georgian Court University are some of the colleges located near Hightstown.
Hightstown strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Jersey):
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| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| Racial Diversity (vs. Peers) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 17% | ![]() |
Comparing Hightstown to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):
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| Low Property Crime | ![]() | ![]() |
| Low Violent Crime | ![]() | ![]() |
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