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Pitman, New Jersey

Introduction to Pitman, New Jersey

Pitman, New Jersey, in Gloucester county, is 9 miles S of Gloucester, New Jersey (center to center) and 15 miles S of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The town has a population of approximately 9,331.

Pitman History

Pitman was established on a stretch of land shared by the Mantua and Glassboro Townships. The land was originally marked as the site of a Methodist Summer Camp and the community was named in honor of Reverend Charles Pitman, an active member in the ministry of the Methodist pastorate. The community's first public school was built in 1884, and the town was officially incorporated on May 24, 1905.

Pitman and Nearby Attractions

  • National Museum of American Jewish History
  • Academy of Natural Sciences
  • Alice Paul Birthplace
  • Bellevue State Park
  • Adventure Aquarium
  • Philadelphia Zoo

Things To Do In Pitman

Independence National Historical Park includes Benjamin Franklin National Memorial, Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Bellevue State Park has nature trails, a fitness track, picnic areas, fishing areas, a tennis court and an equestrian facility. The Ridley Creek State Park is situated upon over 2,606 acres and has facilities for biking, hiking, fishing, picnicking and horseback riding. The Heritage Glass Museum, which is located where Whitney Brothers Glass Works existed, has glass blowing tools and glassware on display.

Pitman Transportation

Air transportation can be availed from the Philadelphia International Airport.

Pitman Higher Education

Rowan University, Gloucester County College, Camden County College and Rutgers University are a few of the nearby institutions for higher education.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 2%trophyPitman Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 11%Pitman Low Property Crime
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)		Top 16%Pitman Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Pitman, NJ

Comparing Pitman 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
Female Share of the Population910
Well-Paid Single Women85
Well-Paid Single Men73
Age of the Population75
Senior Citizens67
Children Under 5 Years Old34
Racial Diversity31
Male Share of the Population21

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married75
Average Household Size74

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults86
Median Family Income74
People Above Poverty74
People in Middle Class or Better74

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use85
Walking and Biking to Work77
Working at Home66
Short Commute Times49

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals66
People Living Alone57
Affordability of Rents49
Seasonal and Vacation Housing34
Affordability of Property Taxes27
Housing Recently Built12

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime1010
Low Property Crime98
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