Maurice River township, New Jersey
Maurice River township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Maurice River township is a geographic entity located in Cumberland County, New Jersey. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,780. The land area covers 93.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 4,780 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 42 yrs | ±2.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,063 | ±221 | 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 | 1,128 | ±229 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,063 | ±221 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 65 | ±71 |
| Median Home Value | $220,500 | ±$19,616 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,625 | ±$150 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $76,964 | ±$25,850 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,064 | ±$13,582 |
| Poverty Rate | 19% | ±7.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 462 | ±214 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.1% | ±6.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,028 | ±290 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.2% | ±7.1% |
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: 5,184 (2024)
ID: 212069
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: MICHELLE BEHM CENSUS LIAISON
PO BOX 218, 590 MAIN ST, LEESBURG NJ 08327-0218
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GUS Population: 155,678 (2024)
ID: 170100
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CFO
164 W BROAD ST, BRIDGETON NJ 08302-2458
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | VINELAND, NJ | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-08 | MAYS LANDING, NJ | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 09-12 | MAYS LANDING, NJ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | MAYS LANDING, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | AVALON, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Bridgeton, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BRIDGETON, NJ | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 09-12 | CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NJ | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NJ | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, 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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Rowan College of South Jersey-Cumberland Campus
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College | 11.7 mi away | 3322 College Drive, Vineland, NJ, 08362-1500 |
8566918600
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WOODBINE BRANCH
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 801 WEBSTER STREET, WOODBINE, NJ, 08270 |
(609) 861-2501
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Atlantic Cape Community College
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College | 18.0 mi away | 5100 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing, NJ, 08330-2699 |
6096251111
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MILLVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 210 BUCK STREET, MILLVILLE, NJ, 08332 |
(609) 825-7087
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Shore Beauty School
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College Vocational | 19.9 mi away | 3003 English Creek Avenue, C-3/4/4B, Egg Harbor Township, NJ, 08234 |
6096453635
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UPPER CAPE BRANCH
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 2050 RT 631, TUCKAHOE, NJ, 08250 |
(609) 628-2607
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Prism Career Institute-West Atlantic City
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College Vocational | 24.6 mi away | 8025 Black Horse Pike Bayport One Suite 250, West Atlantic City, NJ, 08232 |
6094077476
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VINELAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 1058 E. LANDIS AVENUE, VINELAND, NJ, 08360 |
(609) 794-4244
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ATLANTIC COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 40 FARRAGUT AVENUE, MAYS LANDING, NJ, 08330 |
(609) 646-8699
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CAPE MAY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 16.0 mi away | MECHANIC STREET, CAPE MAY CT. HSE., NJ, 08210 |
(609) 465-1040
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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 MILLVILLE MUNI AP, NJ US, located 8.2 miles from Maurice River township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.2° | 23.8° | 33.0° | 3.13" | — |
| February | 44.6° | 24.6° | 34.6° | 2.63" | — |
| March | 52.3° | 31.4° | 41.8° | 4.09" | — |
| April | 63.7° | 40.6° | 52.1° | 3.53" | — |
| May | 72.9° | 50.4° | 61.7° | 3.12" | — |
| June | 81.6° | 60.2° | 70.9° | 3.91" | — |
| July | 86.1° | 66.2° | 76.2° | 4.26" | — |
| August | 84.3° | 64.4° | 74.3° | 4.61" | — |
| September | 78.0° | 57.2° | 67.6° | 3.15" | — |
| October | 66.9° | 45.0° | 55.9° | 3.82" | — |
| November | 56.1° | 34.9° | 45.5° | 3.17" | — |
| December | 46.7° | 27.9° | 37.3° | 3.95" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Elizabeth CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| Dorchester CDP | CDP | 2.5 mi | — |
| Leesburg CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Mauricetown CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Belleplain CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Cumberland-Hesstown CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3401144580. • 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.