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Lindenwold, New Jersey

Introduction to Lindenwold, New Jersey

Lindenwold, New Jersey, in Camden county, is 6 miles SE of Gloucester, New Jersey and 12 miles SE of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The town benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Philadelphia metropolitan area. Lindenwold contains a population of approximately 17,414.

Lindenwold History

Lindenwold was created on April 23, 1929 from portions of the Clementon Township. The name of the town was probably derived from the German word for "linden trees." At the time of its establishment, Lindenwold had a population of 2,523. Now the figures have gone up to over 17,000.

Lindenwold and nearby Attractions

  • Trout Run Station
  • New Jersey State Aquarium
  • Gate of Heaven Cemetery
  • Linden Lake
  • Independence Seaport Museum
  • Clementon Amusement Park and Splash World

Things To Do In Lindenwold

There are a number of historic sites and museums near Lindenwold that one can pay a visit to. Among these are the Barclay Farmstead Museum, the Indian King Tavern Museum and the Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site. The Independence Seaport Museum provides an interesting insight into Philadelphia's history as a port city and a ship-building center. A visit to the New Jersey State Aquarium can prove to be a fun outing for both adults and children. The Clementon Amusement Park and Splash World is another place that is a particular favorite with kids.

Lindenwold Transportation

Philadelphia International is the nearest major airport.

Lindenwold Higher Education

Residents can pursue higher educational opportunities at Camden County College, Rowan University and Rutgers University-Camden.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyLindenwold Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Lindenwold Racial Diversity
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)
Top 10%Lindenwold Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Lindenwold, NJ

Comparing Lindenwold 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
Racial Diversity109
Well-Paid Single Women84
Children Under 5 Years Old78
Female Share of the Population68
Well-Paid Single Men62
Male Share of the Population53
Age of the Population31
Senior Citizens22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size32
Portion of People Married11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better51
People Above Poverty42
Median Family Income41
College Educated Adults32

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use109
Walking and Biking to Work77
Short Commute Times25
Working at Home22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
People Living Alone99
Housing Recently Built68
Affordability of Rents410
Affordability of Property Taxes28
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime63
Low Violent Crime21
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