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Hammonton, NJ

Hammonton is a town in Atlantic County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, that has been referred to as the "Blueberry Capital of the World". As of the 2020 United States Census, the town's population was 14,711, a decrease of 80 (−0.5%) from the 2010 census count of 14,791, which in turn reflected an increase of 2,187 (+17.4%) from the 12,604 counted in the 2000 census. Geographically, the town, and all of Atlantic County, is part of the South Jersey region of the state and of the Atlantic City-Hammonton metropolitan statistical area, which in turn is included in the Philadelphia-Reading-Camden combined statistical area and the Delaware Valley.

The first European settlement of Hammonton was in 1812. It was named for John Hammond Coffin, a son of one of the community's earliest settlers, William Coffin, with the "d" in what was originally Hammonton disappearing over time. It was incorporated as a town by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on March 5, 1866, from portions of Hamilton Township and Mullica Township.

The town is located directly between Philadelphia and the resort town of Atlantic City, along a former route of the Pennsylvania Railroad with Hammonton station directly in the downtown area. The route is now used by NJ Transit's Atlantic City Line.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Hammonton had a total area of 41.32 square miles (107.01 km2), including 40.75 square miles (105.54 km2) of land and 0.57 square miles (1.46 km2) of water (1.37%).

Additionally, Hammonton is served by AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, ensuring that residents have access to quality healthcare services. The town hosts various community events and initiatives throughout the year focused on health and wellness, including fitness challenges, and health and wellness seminars, making it a great place for individuals and families looking to prioritize their well-being. Serenity Day Spa offers a range of services including massages, facials, body treatments, and nail care. Oswego Wellness provides physical therapy services, chiropractic care, acupuncture, and massage therapy. Heavenly Spa also offers skincare treatments, body wraps, and waxing services. Star Rehab specializing in physical therapy, this center offers personalized treatment plans for injuries, rehabilitation, and pain management. Euphoria Spa focuses on holistic wellness, offering massages, body treatments, and skincare services using natural and organic products.

Top sites in Hammonton, NJ are Sharrott Winery, Noyes Museum of Art, and Plagido’s Winery. 

Population: 14,797 (2023). ZIP code: 08037. Area code: 609. Area: 41.32 sq mi (107.01 km2). Elevation: 108 feet (33 meters).

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What is the history of Hammonton, NJ?

Little is known about the area of Hammonton before European contact. Archaeological findings, including stone tools that presumably date back to the Woodland period, suggest some form of prehistoric habitation, though further details remain unclear. At the time of European contact, the general area was inhabited by the Unalachtigo Lenape. As European settlement continued, the Lenape in the area declined due to disease, loss of land to Europeans, and emigration elsewhere. The West Jersey Society was granted rights over a large tract of land in the English Province of New Jersey to parcel out in 1748, including the territory of future Hammonton.

What are the demographics of Hammonton, NJ?

The 2010 United States census counted 14,791 people, 5,408 households, and 3,759 families in the town. The population density was 361.8 per square mile (139.7/km2). There were 5,715 housing units at an average density of 139.8 per square mile (54.0/km2). The racial makeup was 81.67% (12,080) White, 3.00% (444) Black or African American, 0.28% (42) Native American, 1.37% (203) Asian, 0.01% (2) Pacific Islander, 10.81% (1,599) from other races, and 2.85% (421) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 20.93% (3,096) of the population.

What is Hammonton, NJ known for?

The town is also situated on the Mullica River, which flows into the Great Bay just south of town. Hammonton is known as the “Blueberry Capital of the World” due to the many blueberry farms in the area and the town's hosting of the annual Blueberry Festival. Hammonton is rich in history. Hammonton is a thriving community with a strong sense of history and tradition.

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Town of Hammonton

Wikipedia

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AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center

Serenity Day Spa

Oswego Wellness

Heavenly Spa

Star Rehab

Euphoria Spa

Sharrott Winery

Noyes Museum of Art

Plagido’s Winery

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