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Tabernacle, New Jersey

Introduction to Tabernacle, New Jersey

Tabernacle, New Jersey, in Burlington county, is 18 miles E of Cherry Hill, New Jersey (center to center) and 25 miles E of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The town is home to some 7,170 residents.

Tabernacle History

The town of Tabernacle was officially incorporated on March 22nd, 1901, by an Act of the New Jersey Legislature. It was formed from the Southampton Township, Shamong Township and Woodland Township. Tabernacle is located in Burlington County, which was founded on May 17th, 1694, but the history of Burlington County traces back to 1681, when its court was established. Tabernacle, which was originally known as "Tabernacle in the Wilderness", was named after a log church that was constructed by missionaries John and David Brainerd.

Tabernacle and Nearby Attractions

  • Alice Paul Birthplace
  • Neshaminy State Park
  • Indian King Tavern Museum
  • Adventure Aquarium
  • Historic Batsto Village
  • Lebanon State Forest

Things To Do In Tabernacle

Museums nearby include the Indian King Tavern Museum, Historic Batsto Village, the Giffordtown Schoolhouse Museum and the Barclay Farmstead Museum. Parks in the area, such as Rancocas State Park, Neshaminy State Park and Lebanon State Forest offer provisions for recreational activities. The Philadelphia Zoo, the New Jersey State Aquarium, Sesame Place and Adventure Aquarium have an array of flora and fauna on display.

Tabernacle Transportation

Air transportation is available from Atlantic City International Airport.

Tabernacle Higher Education

Colleges and universities located near Tabernacle include Arcadia University, Burlington County College and Philadelphia University.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)		Top 4%trophyTabernacle Low Rate of Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)		Top 4%trophyTabernacle People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)		Top 9%Tabernacle Median Family Income

Comparative Profile of Tabernacle, NJ

Comparing Tabernacle 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
Age of the Population75
Well-Paid Single Men73
Well-Paid Single Women62
Racial Diversity42
Children Under 5 Years Old22
Senior Citizens11
Female Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married1010
Average Household Size1010

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better109
People Above Poverty1010
Median Family Income108
College Educated Adults86

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home98
Public Transportation Use72
Short Commute Times13
Walking and Biking to Work11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built89
Seasonal and Vacation Housing34
Affordability of Rents37
Affordability of Property Taxes26
People Living Alone11
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals11
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