About Hamilton Twp
Hamilton Township is a deep-rooted, historic township in Mercer County, located in central New Jersey, east of Trenton. The township has a prime location, which is within an hour’s drive of New York City, Philadelphia, and the Jersey Shore. The New Jersey Turnpike, Interstate Highways 195 and 295, U.S. Highways 130 and 206 and State Highways 33 and 29 all pass through Hamilton Township. The township has a population over 87,000 and a total area of 40.4 square miles, with over 64 parks that include Veterans Park, Sayen Gardens and acres of preserved open space. Hamilton Township was recently rated as the 51st best place to live in the country and the 4th best place to live in New Jersey by CNN/Money Magazine. The township’s motto is, “America’s Favorite Hometown!” Residents enjoy numerous sports and recreational opportunities and come together throughout the year to celebrate special community events.