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Bridgeton, NJ

Bridgeton is a city in Cumberland County, within the U.S. state of New Jersey. It is the county seat of Cumberland County and is located on the Cohansey River near Delaware Bay in the South Jersey region of the state.

As of the 2020 United States census, the city's population was 27,263, its highest decennial count ever and an increase of 1,914 (+7.6%) from the 25,349 recorded at the 2010 census, which in turn reflected an increase of 2,578 (+11.3%) from the 22,771 counted in the 2000 census. Bridgeton and Vineland are the two principal cities of the Vineland-Bridgeton metropolitan statistical area, which encompasses those cities and all of Cumberland County for statistical purposes and which constitutes a part of the Delaware Valley (i.e. the Philadelphia metro area).

As of 2020, Bridgeton had the 13th-highest property tax rate in New Jersey with an equalized rate of 4.598% compared to 3.089% in the county as a whole and a statewide average of 2.279%.

Bridgeton is located about one hour away from Philadelphia, and 50 minutes away from Wilmington, Delaware. It is also about one hour away from Atlantic City and Cape May. Bridgeton is divided into three sections, Northside, Southside, and Hillside.

Bridgeton places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with various resources and facilities available to promote a healthy lifestyle among its residents. The Bridgeton Inspira Health Center offers comprehensive healthcare services, including primary care, dental care, and behavioral health services, ensuring access to quality medical care for all members of the community. Tranquility Spa offers a range of spa treatments including massages, facials, body wraps, and beauty services in a relaxing atmosphere. Spavia provides a variety of spa services such as hair care, nail treatments, massages, and skincare treatments. HopeLoft offers yoga classes for all levels, including Vinyasa, Hatha, and Restorative yoga, focused on promoting physical and mental well-being. Bridgeton Rehabilitation Center is a comprehensive rehabilitation facility offering physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy services for individuals recovering from injuries or surgeries. Encompass Rehab specializes in rehabilitation programs for stroke recovery, orthopedic injuries, neurological conditions, and more, with a team of skilled therapists and medical professionals.

Top sites in Bridgeton, NJ: Cohanzick Zoo, Seabrook Educational and Cultural Center, Gallery50. 

Population: 24,943 (2020). Elevation: 16 feet (5 meters). Area: 6.07 square miles (15.71 km²). ZIP Code: 08302. Area Code(s): 856. 

FAQs

What is Bridgeton, NJ famous for?

Soon after the Revolution, Bridgeton's Cumberland Iron Works expanded production, and the town later became a center for glass production, machine works, food processing and canning, and textile manufacture. Incorporated in 1865, it was soon considered the most prosperous city in New Jersey. It also developed an excellent reputation in education.

Is Bridgeton NJ safe?

With a crime rate of 39 per one thousand residents, Bridgeton has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 26. Within New Jersey, more than 95% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Bridgeton.

What is the ethnicity of Bridgeton, NJ?

Bridgeton has a 2024 population of 26,630. Bridgeton is currently declining at a rate of -0.5% annually and its population has decreased by -1.95% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 27,160 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Bridgeton was: Black or African American: 33.15% White: 30.37% Two or more races: 21.95%.

Sources

City of Bridgeton

Wikipedia

Worldpopulationreview

Neighborhoodscout

achp.gov

Bridgeton Inspira Health Center

Tranquility Spa

Spavia

HopeLoft 

Bridgeton Rehabilitation Center

Encompass Rehab

Cohanzick Zoo

Seabrook Educational and Cultural Center

Gallery50

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