Pennsville, NJ

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Population
12,233
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
7 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$207,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,252/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$76,032
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Located right along the Delaware River in Salem County, Pennsville offers a quiet, small-town setting at the southwestern edge of New Jersey. With around 12,500 residents, it provides a relaxed pace of life with waterfront views and a close-knit neighborhood feel. Its position right by the Delaware Memorial Bridge makes it especially convenient for commuters heading into Wilmington or Philadelphia, giving residents easy access to major employers and tax-free Delaware shopping while coming home to a peaceful river town.

Day-to-day life here centers around local schools, neighborhood parks, and the water. The township runs its own school district from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade, keeping daily routines close to home. Outdoor spots like Fort Mott State Park give locals a scenic place for weekend walks, picnics, and river views. With quiet residential pockets like Penn Beach offering relatively affordable homes, Pennsville is a solid, grounded option for anyone seeking South Jersey living with an easy commute.

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