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Introduction to Pennsauken, New Jersey
Pennsauken, New Jersey, in Camden county, is 2 miles NW of Cherry Hill, New Jersey and 5 miles E of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The town is conveniently located inside the Philadelphia metropolitan area. There are an estimated 35,737 people in Pennsauken.
Pennsauken History
Pennsauken was incorporated as a township on February 18, 1892. It was earlier a part of the now-defunct Stockton Township. The Lenni Lenape Native American group once inhabited this region, and the name “Pennsauken” is derived from their tongue. In an Algonquian language, the word usually means "tobacco pouch". The town of Pennsauken is home to the J & J Snack Foods Corporation, and a Pepsi plant.
Pennsauken and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Pennsauken
Travelers to the town of Pennsauken can pay a visit to the Pennsauken Industrial Park or even go to the nearby museums like the Independence Seaport Museum, Independence National Historical Park and the Franklin Court. One can also take a trip to the beautiful Village Dock Lake, the Pennsauken Creek, and the Pochack Creek. Enthusiastic shoppers can also browse through the shops in the Pennsauken Shopping Center.
Pennsauken Transportation
Philadelphia International Airport is nearby.
Pennsauken Higher Education
Educational facilities are available at Rutgers University-Camden.
Pennsauken 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 6% |  |
| Racial Diversity (vs. Peers) | Top 11% | |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. State) | Top 14% | |
| Short Commute Times (vs. State) | Top 17% | |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 18% | |
Comparing Pennsauken to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):
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| Low Property Crime | | |
| Low Violent Crime | | |
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