Berlin, New Jersey facts for kids
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Berlin, New Jersey
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Borough
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John Wescott House
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"Long-A-Coming"
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Location of Berlin in Camden County highlighted in red (right). Inset map: Location of Camden County in New Jersey highlighted in orange (left).
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Census Bureau map of Berlin, New Jersey
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 Berlin, New Jersey
Location in Camden County, New Jersey
Berlin, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Berlin, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  New Jersey |
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| County | Camden | |
| Royal charter | June 1, 1695 (as part of Waterford Township) | |
| Incorporated | April 26, 1927 | |
| Named for | Berlin, Germany | |
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| • Type | Borough | |
| • Body | Borough Council | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 3.61 sq mi (9.34 km2) | |
| • Land | 3.59 sq mi (9.31 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.04 km2) 0.39% | |
| Area rank | 311th of 565 in state 10th of 37 in county |
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| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 7,489 | |
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7,534 | |
| • Rank | 307th of 565 in state 18th of 37 in county |
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| • Density | 2,083.8/sq mi (804.6/km2) | |
| • Density rank | 288th of 565 in state 29th of 37 in county |
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| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) | |
| ZIP Code |
08009
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| Area code(s) | 856 | |
| FIPS code | 3400705440 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 885158 | |
Berlin is a small town, called a borough, in Camden County, New Jersey. In 2020, about 7,489 people lived here. Berlin became its own borough on March 29, 1927. Before that, it was part of Berlin Township.
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History of Berlin, New Jersey
Long ago, the area now known as Berlin was called "Longacoming." The Lenape Native Americans used a path called Lonaconing Trail. This trail connected the Jersey Shore to the Delaware River. Some say the name "Longacoming" came from early European travelers. They were happy to find a stream here after a "long coming" journey.
Long-a-Coming became a popular stop for stagecoaches. It was about halfway between Philadelphia and Atlantic City. In 1853, a train line was built. Three years later, the Long-a-Coming train station opened. It's believed to be the oldest train station still standing in New Jersey!
In 1867, the station's name changed to "Magnolia." But this caused confusion with another nearby town. So, just three months later, the name changed again to "Berlin." The name "Berlin" might have come from the city of Berlin in Germany, but no one is completely sure.
Geography of Berlin, New Jersey
Berlin is about 3.61 square miles (9.34 square kilometers) in total size. Most of this area is land.
Berlin shares its borders with several other towns in Camden County. These include Berlin Township, Clementon, Lindenwold, Pine Hill, Waterford Township, and Winslow Township.
Part of Berlin is located within the New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve. This is a special natural area. It's protected because it has unique plants and animals. It was set up by the government in 1978.
People in Berlin
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 1,955 | — | |
| 1940 | 1,753 | −10.3% | |
| 1950 | 2,339 | 33.4% | |
| 1960 | 3,578 | 53.0% | |
| 1970 | 4,997 | 39.7% | |
| 1980 | 5,786 | 15.8% | |
| 1990 | 5,672 | −2.0% | |
| 2000 | 6,149 | 8.4% | |
| 2010 | 7,588 | 23.4% | |
| 2020 | 7,489 | −1.3% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 7,534 | −0.7% | |
| Population sources: 1930–2000 1930 1940–2000 2010 2020 |
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In 2010, there were 7,588 people living in Berlin. Most people were White (about 90%). There were also Black or African American, Asian, and other groups. About 3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average family size was about three people. About 23% of the people were under 18 years old. About 17% were 65 years or older.
Berlin Historic District
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Berlin Historic District
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William C. Raughley House
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| Location | Washington, East Taunton, and Haines avenues and parts of South White Horse Pike, Jackson Road, and Jefferson Avenue |
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| Area | 28 acres (11 ha) |
| Architectural style | Italianate, Second Empire, Bungalow/craftsman |
| NRHP reference No. | 95000408 |
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| Added to NRHP | April 14, 1995 |
The Berlin Historic District is a special area in Berlin. It's about 28 acres big. This district was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1995. It's important because of its old buildings and how the community grew. There are 65 important buildings in this district.
One famous building is the John Westcott House on Washington Avenue. It was built in the 1860s and has a cool tower called a cupola. The Dr. William C. Raughley House, built in 1888–1889, is another key building with a Queen Anne style. You can also see a Victorian house from 1865 at 18 Washington Avenue. The Joseph N. Ross House, built in 1870, has pretty decorative wood details.
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18 Washington Avenue
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Joseph N. Ross House
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Hindu temple on Taunton Street
Education in Berlin
Students in Berlin attend public schools run by different districts.
Berlin Community School
The Berlin Borough School District serves younger students. Kids from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade go to Berlin Community School. In the 2021–2022 school year, there were about 802 students. There was about one teacher for every 11 students. The school also offers after-school programs.
Eastern Regional High School
For high school, students in ninth through twelfth grades attend Eastern Regional High School. This school serves students from Berlin Borough, Gibbsboro, and Voorhees Township. In 2021–2022, about 1,998 students went to Eastern Regional High School.
Vocational Schools
Students from Berlin can also choose to attend the Camden County Technical Schools. These schools offer special training for jobs and careers. They have campuses in Sicklerville and Pennsauken Township.
Private Schools
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Regional School is a private elementary school in Berlin. It was founded in 1956 and serves students from PreK to 8th grade. It is part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Camden.
Transportation in Berlin
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Berlin has about 41.51 miles of roads. The main highway that goes through Berlin is U.S. Route 30. New Jersey Route 73 also runs along the eastern edge of the borough.
Public Transportation
NJ Transit offers bus service in Berlin. The 554 bus route connects Berlin to the Lindenwold train station and Atlantic City. The 406 bus route can take you from Berlin to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
The Camden County Airport is located close to Berlin, about one mile southwest of the town center. Berlin was also once served by the Berlin Railroad Station.
Famous People from Berlin
Many interesting people have lived in or are connected to Berlin, New Jersey. Some of them include:
- Rachel Dawson (born 1985), a field hockey player.
- Sarah Dawson (born 1982), also a field hockey player.
- Kyle Maack (born 1992), an R&B and soul singer.
- Walter E. Pedersen (1911–1998), a union leader and politician.
- Kelly Ripa (born 1970), a famous TV host of Live with Kelly and Mark and a soap opera actress.
- Logan Ryan (born 1991), a football player for the New York Giants.
- Davis Schneider (born 1999), a professional baseball player for the Toronto Blue Jays.
See also
In Spanish: Berlin (Nueva Jersey) para niños
