About Our Town

Some history and information.

The Forming of East Greenwich

Created by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on February 10, 1881, East Greenwich was formed by merging a western portion of Mantua Township and an eastern portion of Greenwich Township.

A Growing Community

From 2000 to 2016 the overall population of East Greenwich rose by an astounding amount. The influx of residents our town received in the past decade or more, has allowed us build our township around family, friendship and love.

Quick Facts

Zip Code: 08056

Population: 9,555 (2016)

Area: 14.92 mi.