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Introduction to Linwood, New Jersey
Linwood, New Jersey, in Atlantic county, is 26 miles E of Vineland, New Jersey (center to center) and 52 miles SE of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The city has a population of 7,172.
Linwood History
The city of Linwood was officially incorporated as a borough on February 20th, 1889, by an Act of the New Jersey Legislature. It was formed out of Egg Harbor Township. The community was officially incorporated as a city on April 27th, 1931. It is located in Atlantic County, which was formerly known as Egg Harbor Township. It became an official district in 1693 and the county was established in 1837.
Linwood and Nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Linwood
Nearby parks include Cape Henlopen State Park, Double Trouble State Park, Wells Mills County Park and Barnegat Lighthouse State Park. Storybook Land, Atlantic City Fishing Center, Senator Frank S. Farley State Marina and La Strolla Gondola offer provisions for recreational activities. Linwood Historical Society has historical artifacts on display.
Linwood Transportation
Atlantic City International Airport is nearby.
Linwood Higher Education
Nearby colleges and universities include Atlantic Cape Community College, Rowan University and Gloucester County College.
Linwood strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Jersey):
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| Short Commute Times (vs. State) | Top 5% |  |
| Low Property Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 14% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 15% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 18% | |
| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 18% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 18% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers) | Top 19% | |
Comparing Linwood to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):
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