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Camden, New Jersey, in Camden county, is 3 miles SE of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The city has a population of 79,904.
In Camden, about 24% of adults are married. Large households are normal in Camden. Be careful driving in the city, since the city is home to many young children. Looking at Camden, you'll find a large share of the people are not married.
Approximately 83% of Camden is non-white. No single racial group represents the city, a city where diversity is valued.
In 2000, Camden had a median family income of $24,612.
Residents of Camden gave more campaign money ($3,200) to John Kerry than to the other people running for President in 2004. Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.
Owners occupy 46% of the housing units in Camden. On average, the construction date of housing in the city is earlier than you'll find in most places. If the number of studio apartments and one-bedroom apartments is any indication, then Camden is a popular and practical place to live on one's own. One of the strengths of the city is the availability of reasonably priced apartment rentals. Who wouldn't appreciate the low real estate taxes that are typical in Camden?
In Camden, 68% of commuters drive to work. The city is more walker- and bicycle-friendly than most places its size. If you visit or move to Camden, try the public transportation system.
Camden strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Jersey):
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| Affordability of Rents (vs. State) | Top 1% |  |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. State) | Top 1% | |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 2% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. Peers) | Top 4% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State) | Top 12% | |
Comparing Camden to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):
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