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Bridgeton, New Jersey

Introduction to Bridgeton, New Jersey

Bridgeton, New Jersey, in Cumberland county, is 11 miles W of Vineland, New Jersey and 36 miles S of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The city is located in the Vineland - Millville - Bridgeton metropolitan area. Bridgeton has a population of 22,771.

Bridgeton History

Bridgeton was first settled in 1686, when a sawmill was established by Richard Hancock. It was originally a part of the Deerfield Township. On March 1, 1865, Bridgeton was incorporated as a township. On March 1, 1865, Bridgeton was reincorporated as a city, replacing both Cohansey Township and Bridgeton Township. It has the largest historic district in New Jersey.

Bridgeton and nearby Attractions

  • Museum of American Glass at Wheaton Village
  • Nail House Museum
  • Bellevue State Park
  • Cohanzick Zoo
  • George Woodruff Museum
  • Fort Delaware State Park

Things To Do In Bridgeton

There are several historical sites and museums in and around Bridgeton. You can also enjoy the beautiful landscapes and the wildlife of the Cohanzick Zoo. The city includes a number of Victorian houses and several parks and playgrounds.

Bridgeton Transportation

International flights are available at Philadelphia International Airport.

Bridgeton Higher Education

Facilities for higher education are provided by the Rowan University, Cumberland County College, Delaware State University and Wesley College.

High Points

Bridgeton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Jersey):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 1%trophyBridgeton Racial Diversity
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)		Top 3%trophyBridgeton Affordability of Property Taxes
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)		Top 8%Bridgeton Affordability of Rents
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 18%Bridgeton Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)		Top 19%Bridgeton Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Bridgeton, NJ

Comparing Bridgeton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population1010
Racial Diversity1010
Children Under 5 Years Old78
Well-Paid Single Men41
Senior Citizens33
Age of the Population21
Female Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size99
Portion of People Married11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty11
Median Family Income11
People in Middle Class or Better11
College Educated Adults11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use95
Walking and Biking to Work78
Short Commute Times49
Working at Home33

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals98
People Living Alone67
Affordability of Rents510
Seasonal and Vacation Housing45
Affordability of Property Taxes410
Housing Recently Built22

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime31
Low Violent Crime11

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