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Townships
Andover Borough
(973) 786-6688 |
Square miles 1 Population 712 - Formerly part of Andover Township, Andover Borough has become a mecca for antique shoppers and those Looking for the quaint, small town atmosphere. |
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Andover Township
(973) 383-4280 |
Square Miles 21.2 Population 5,438 - Andover Township has grown residentially and commercially in recent years. Previously dominated by farms and summer lake residents, the township now has luxury homes, small airports, and year-round lake residents. |
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Branchville Borough
(973) 948-4626
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Square Miles 0.59 Population 840 - The smallest municipality in Sussex County, Branchville is home to a number of Victorian homes and a renovated turn of the century ice cream parlor, private home and blacksmith shop. It is also the home of Selective Insurance Company of America. |
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Byram Township
(973) 347-2500 |
Square Miles 20 Population 9,000 - Known as the "town of lakes" in the early 20th century, Byram has evolved from a community of summer lake reside ts to full time residents. Waterloo Village, a restored 18th century canal village is located in Byram. |
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Frankford Township
(973) 948-5566 |
Square Miles 35 Population 5,600 - Frankford Township's claim to fame is Skylands Park, Home of the New Jersey Cardinals minor league baseball team. Also, the Sussex County Fair Grounds home of the Sussex County Farm and Horse Show, are located in Frankford Township. |
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Borough of Franklin
(973) 827-9280 |
Square Miles 5 Population 5,227 - The Fluorescent Mineral Capital of the World, Franklin was developed as a mining town in the earlier part of the 20th century. After the closing of the mines, the population declined, but the town has developed more with the addition of ShopRite, Weis, and WalMart. |
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Fredon Township
(973) 383-7025 |
Square Miles 18.3 Population 3.067 - Fredon Township is one of the least densely populated communities in the county, yet it boasts one of the highest per capita incomes. Fredon is home to many historic areas, as well as the new Bear Brook Village and Golf Club, a gated residential community. |
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Green Township
(973) 852-9333 |
Square Miles 16.13 Population 2,709 - Green Township remains one of the most rural townships in Sussex County, and pledges to maintain that rural quality of life. A number of residential subdivisions have been built, many of which contain luxury homes. |
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Borough of Hamburg
(973) 827-9230 |
Square Miles 1.2 Population 2,900 - "The Children's Town," as Hamburg is called, is home to Gingerbread Castle. Located at the intersection of state routes 94 and 23, the mile square town has several condominium and townhouse communities. |
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Hampton Township
(973) 383-5570 |
Square Miles 24.64 Population 4,438 - Home to portions of Swartswood State Park and Bear Swamp Wildlife Management Area, Hampton Township has its share of recreational opportunities. It is located north of the commercial center of Newton and east of the rural areas of Walpack and Stillwater, giving it the best of both worlds. |
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Hardyston Township
(973) 827-3912 |
Square Miles 32.5 Population 5,275 - Hardyston Township bills itself as the "Gateway to Sussex County." It is home to the Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge, and some of the best golf courses in New Jersey. |
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Borough of Hopatcong
(973) 770-1200 |
Square Miles 10.92 Population 15,680 - Lake Hopatcong is the largest lake in New Jersey, and many of the summer homes in Hopatcong have been converted to year-round residences. With over 15,000 residents, Hopatcong has one of the largest populations of Sussex County's municipalities. |
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Lafayette Township
(973) 383-1817 |
Square Miles 18.02 Population 1,902 - Historic Lafayette (named for the Marquis de Lafayette) is home to Olde Lafayette Village and many antique shops. Major traffic arteries in Lafayette Township are state routes 15 and 94. |
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Montague Township
(973) 293-7300 |
Square Miles 49 Population 2,600 - Montague Township is one of the most open and natural areas of Sussex County, home to most of High Point State Park and part of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreational Area. Located at the northern tip of the state, there are many opportunities for hiking, boating, camping, fishing and hunting. |
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Town of Newton
(973) 383-3521 |
Square Miles 3 Population 7,800 - Newton is the County Seat of Sussex County and home of Newton Memorial Hospital, as well as Sussex County Community College. Newton serves as a business and shopping center for more rural surrounding municipalities. |
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Borough of Ogdensburg
(973) 827-3444 |
Square Miles 2 Population 2,722 - Historically, Ogdensburg was a zinc mining town, and still houses the Sterling Hill Zinc Mines and Museum today. State Route 517 runs through the center of the borough and serves as Main Street, home to small businesses and historic sites. |
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Sandyston Township
(973) 948-3520 |
Square Miles 42 Population 1,732 - Sandyston is a municipality of parks: about 68% of its land is owned by the state or federal government. Parts of Stokes State Forest and the Delaware Water Gap National Recreational Area are located in Sandyston. |
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Sparta Township
(973) 729-4493 |
Square Miles 39 Population 17,500 - Sparta is one of the largest municipalities in Sussex County with over 16,000 residents. There are several lake communities, the most notable being Lake Mohawk, which offers a private country club. |
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Stanhope Borough
(973) 347-0159 |
Square Miles 1.87 Population 3,393 - Primarily a residential community, Stanhope is also home to small industrial facilities and businesses along state route 206. Stanhope is also home to several historic buildings, dating back to the days when the Morris Canal passed through the community. |
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Stillwater Township
(973) 383-9484 |
Square Miles 27.24 Population 4,253 - Stillwater Township is one of the county's most rural municipalities, not experiencing rural growth at the rate of some of the others. Parts of Paulinskill Lake, Swartswood State Park, and all of Swartswood Lake are located in Stillwater. |
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Sussex Borough
(973) 875-4831 |
Square Miles 0.6 Population 2,201 - Surrounded by Wantage Township, the three-quarter square mile borough is home to two Victorian style hotels, shops, a bank and professional offices at the heart of its business district. It is also one of the most densely populated municipalities in the county. |
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Vernon Township
(973) 764-4055 |
Square Miles 67 Population 23,000 - Billing itself as a "four season recreational community," there is always something to do in Vernon. Home to Mountain Creek Resort and various other golf and ski clubs, as well as portions of Waywayanda State Park, Vernon's population of 23,000 swells during the summer. |
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Walpack Township
(908) 841-9576 |
Square Miles 24.03 Population 67 - One of Sussex County's largest municipalities in size, Walpack is also the least populated and will most certainly remain that way. The rugged territory of Walpack is slowly being absorbed into the Delaware Water Gap National Recreational Area. |
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Wantage Township
(973) 875-7192 |
Square Miles 67.12 Population 10,000 - With the largest land mass area in square miles in the county, Wantage Township offers a wide variety of opportunities for residents and vistors. Parts of High Point State Park as well as the Sussex Airport (site of the annual Sussex Air Show) are located in Wantage. Other points of interest include Woodburne Park, Wood Duck Trail, and Wantage Recreation |
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