Trenton is the capital of the U.S. state of New Jersey and the county seat of Mercer County. As of the 2010 United States Census, Trenton had a population of 84, 913. The city is part of the Greater New York City Combined Statistical Area.

Did New Jersey have 2 capitals?

New Jersey was the third state to ratify the U.S. Constitution in 1787, and Trenton was selected as the capital city of New Jersey shortly thereafter in 1790. While many states have tended to change their capital cities over the years, Trenton has always been the capital of New Jersey.

When was Trenton the capital of the US?

Trenton served as the temporary capital of the United States in 1784 and again in 1799; the city became the capital of New Jersey in 1790.