Penns Grove borough, New Jersey
Penns Grove borough profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Penns Grove borough is a geographic entity located in Salem County, New Jersey. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,934. The land area covers 0.89 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 4,934 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 25.1 yrs | ±7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,561 | ±202 | 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 | 1,919 | ±202 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,561 | ±202 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 358 | ±116 |
| Median Home Value | $178,200 | ±$20,936 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,117 | ±$363 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $45,781 | ±$17,844 |
| Per Capita Income | $19,275 | ±$3,324 |
| Poverty Rate | 44.1% | ±9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,113 | ±435 |
| Unemployment Rate | 13% | ±6.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,294 | ±217 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86% | ±15.3% |
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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BOROUGH OF PENNS GROVE
GUS Population: 4,921 (2024)
ID: 170233
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MUNICIPAL CLERK
1 STATE ST, PENNS GROVE NJ 08069-0527
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GUS Population: 65,874 (2024)
ID: 193723
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: STACY PENNINGTON
110 5TH ST, STE 400, SALEM NJ 08079
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Newark, DE | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Newark, DE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Sharon Hill, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Aldan, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | ALLOWAY, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Morton, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Lansdowne, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Aston, PA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Wilmington, DE | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Philadelphia, PA |
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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Salem Community College
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College | 2.0 mi away | 460 Hollywood Avenue, Carneys Point, NJ, 08069-2799 |
8562992100
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NORTH WILMINGTON LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 3400 NORTH MARKET STREET, WILMINGTON, DE, 19802 |
(302) 761-4290
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Strayer University-Delaware
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College | 4.3 mi away | 800 North King Street Suite 101, Wilmington, DE, 19801 |
8774557180
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WILMINGTON INSTITUTE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 10 EAST 10TH STREET, WILMINGTON, DE, 19801 |
(302) 571-7400
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Wilmington University
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College | 7.0 mi away | 320 Dupont Hwy, New Castle, DE, 19720 |
8779675464
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ROUTE 9 LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 3022 NEW CASTLE AVENUE, NEW CASTLE, DE, 19720 |
(302) 395-3401
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Venus Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 9.2 mi away | 600 Turner Industrial Way, Aston, PA, 19014 |
6104941000
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CLAYMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 400 LENAPE WAY, CLAYMONT, DE, 19703 |
(302) 798-4164
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Neumann University
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College | 10.3 mi away | One Neumann Drive, Aston, PA, 19014-1298 |
6104590905
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BRANDYWINE HUNDRED LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 1300 FOULK ROAD, WILMINGTON, DE, 19803 |
(302) 477-3150
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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 WILMINGTON PORTER RSCH, DE US, located 5.0 miles from Penns Grove borough. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.9° | 23.8° | 30.9° | 3.67" | 5.3" |
| February | 40.9° | 25.2° | 33.0° | 3.03" | 4.0" |
| March | 49.2° | 32.3° | 40.8° | 4.65" | 1.8" |
| April | 61.1° | 42.5° | 51.8° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| May | 70.6° | 52.4° | 61.5° | 3.76" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.4° | 61.8° | 70.6° | 4.71" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.0° | 67.2° | 75.6° | 5.17" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.9° | 65.7° | 73.8° | 4.39" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.0° | 58.6° | 66.8° | 5.13" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.3° | 47.0° | 55.2° | 4.12" | 0.0" |
| November | 52.5° | 36.8° | 44.7° | 3.25" | 0.1" |
| December | 42.8° | 29.0° | 35.9° | 4.37" | 0.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penns Grove borough | Borough | 0.0 mi | — |
| Carneys Point CDP | CDP | 1.5 mi | — |
| Edgemoor CDP | CDP | 2.7 mi | — |
| Bellefonte town | Town | 3.1 mi | — |
| Wilmington city | City | 3.4 mi | — |
| Pedricktown CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3403357750. • 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.