Hamilton township, New Jersey
Hamilton township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Hamilton township is a geographic entity located in Atlantic County, New Jersey. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 28,845. The land area covers 110.90 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 28,845 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 40.3 yrs | ±2.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 10,923 | ±476 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 11,291 | ±497 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 10,923 | ±476 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 368 | ±206 |
| Median Home Value | $246,200 | ±$15,687 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,691 | ±$89 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,850 | ±$9,058 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,727 | ±$2,815 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.8% | ±2.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,394 | ±802 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.8% | ±3.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 13,210 | ±919 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.7% | ±5.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 28,669 (2024)
ID: 184025
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: HUMAN RESOURCES
6101 THIRTEENTH ST, STE 201, MAYS LANDING NJ 08330-1859
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GUS Population: 279,114 (2024)
ID: 183765
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
201 SHORE RD, NORTHFIELD NJ 08225-2319
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education School Hamilton | PK-03 | Hamilton, NJ | |
| Regular School Hamilton | KG-12 | Hamilton, NJ | |
| Special Education School Hamilton | 02-08 | Hamilton, NJ | |
| Special Education School Hamilton | 09-12 | Hamilton, NJ | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-12 | EGG HARBOR CITY, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | GALLOWAY, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 11 | ANCORA, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | VINELAND, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | GALLOWAY, NJ |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Atlantic Cape Community College
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College | 3.3 mi away | 5100 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing, NJ, 08330-2699 |
6096251111
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ATLANTIC COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 40 FARRAGUT AVENUE, MAYS LANDING, NJ, 08330 |
(609) 646-8699
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Shore Beauty School
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College Vocational | 7.4 mi away | 3003 English Creek Avenue, C-3/4/4B, Egg Harbor Township, NJ, 08234 |
6096453635
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EGG HARBOR CITY BRANCH
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 134 PHILADELPHIA AVENUE, EGG HARBOR CITY, NJ, 08215 |
(609) 804-1063
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Stockton University
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College | 11.0 mi away | 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway, NJ, 08205-9441 |
6096521776
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EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP BRANCH
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Library | 9.7 mi away | RUSSELL SWIFT DR. & OCEAN HGTS. AVE, EGG HARBOR TWP, NJ, 08234 |
(609) 927-8664
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Prism Career Institute-West Atlantic City
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College Vocational | 14.9 mi away | 8025 Black Horse Pike Bayport One Suite 250, West Atlantic City, NJ, 08232 |
6094077476
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LINWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 301 DAVIS AVENUE, LINWOOD, NJ, 08221 |
(609) 927-6756
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Rowan College of South Jersey-Cumberland Campus
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College | 17.3 mi away | 3322 College Drive, Vineland, NJ, 08362-1500 |
8566918600
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NORTHFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 241 W. MILL ROAD, NORTHFIELD, NJ, 08225 |
(609) 646-4476
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ESTELL MANOR, NJ US, located 8.4 miles from Hamilton township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.2° | 23.0° | 33.1° | 3.81" | 6.1" |
| February | 45.9° | 24.5° | 35.2° | 3.39" | 8.2" |
| March | 53.2° | 31.2° | 42.2° | 4.98" | 3.4" |
| April | 64.5° | 40.8° | 52.6° | 3.83" | 0.7" |
| May | 73.3° | 51.0° | 62.1° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.7° | 60.4° | 71.1° | 4.14" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.5° | 65.9° | 76.2° | 4.68" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.7° | 64.0° | 74.3° | 5.52" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.7° | 56.9° | 67.8° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.4° | 44.4° | 55.9° | 4.53" | 0.0" |
| November | 57.1° | 35.0° | 46.0° | 3.54" | 0.0" |
| December | 47.8° | 27.7° | 37.8° | 4.74" | 3.6" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mays Landing CDP | CDP | 2.6 mi | — |
| McKee City CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Mizpah CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Elwood CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
| Cologne CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Dorothy CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3400129280. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.