Clementon, New Jersey facts for kids
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Clementon, New Jersey
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Hell Cat at Clementon Park and Splash World within the borough
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Location of Clementon 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 showing location of Clementon within Camden County. Inset: Location of Camden County in New Jersey.
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 Clementon, New Jersey
Location in Camden County, New Jersey
Clementon, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Clementon, 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 | |
| Incorporated | March 17, 1925 | |
| Named for | Samuel Clement | |
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| • Type | Borough (New Jersey) | |
| • Body | Borough Council | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 1.95 sq mi (5.05 km2) | |
| • Land | 1.89 sq mi (4.90 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.15 km2) 2.97% | |
| Area rank | 416th of 565 in state 18th of 37 in county |
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| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 5,338 | |
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5,465 | |
| • Rank | 367th of 565 in state 23rd of 37 in county |
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| • Density | 2,819.9/sq mi (1,088.8/km2) | |
| • Density rank | 231st of 565 in state 26th of 37 in county |
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| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) | |
| ZIP Code |
08021
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| Area code(s) | 856 | |
| FIPS code | 3400713420 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0885186 | |
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Clementon is a small town, called a borough, located in Camden County, New Jersey. In 2020, about 5,338 people lived here. This was a small increase from the 5,000 people counted in 2010.
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History of Clementon
Around the year 1800, a man named Jonathon Haines built a glass factory in the area that is now Clementon. This factory was located on a large hill. Later, around 1811, Samuel Clement bought the glass factory. He named the factory the Gloucester Glass Works. The small village that grew around the factory became known as Clementon village, named after Samuel Clement.
Clementon officially became a borough on February 13, 1925. This happened after people voted for it on March 17, 1925. Clementon was one of nine towns created from the older Clementon Township.
Geography and Nature
Clementon covers about 1.95 square miles (5.05 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Clementon Lake and Amusement Park
The borough is located on Clementon Lake. This lake is home to the Clementon Amusement Park. The park once had a famous wooden roller coaster called the Jack Rabbit. It was built in 1919 and was one of the oldest roller coasters in the country. Even though it was not as fast as modern rides, it was very popular. The Jack Rabbit was taken down in 2007.
Wildlife Areas
You can also find Rowands Pond Wildlife Management Area in Clementon. This area is about 12.98 acres big and is a great place for nature.
Nearby Towns
Clementon shares its borders with several other towns. These include Berlin Borough, Lindenwold, Pine Hill, and Pine Valley.
People and Population
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 2,794 | — | |
| 1920 | 3,491 | 24.9% | |
| 1930 | 2,605 | −25.4% | |
| 1940 | 2,866 | 10.0% | |
| 1950 | 3,191 | 11.3% | |
| 1960 | 3,766 | 18.0% | |
| 1970 | 4,492 | 19.3% | |
| 1980 | 5,764 | 28.3% | |
| 1990 | 5,601 | −2.8% | |
| 2000 | 4,986 | −11.0% | |
| 2010 | 5,000 | 0.3% | |
| 2020 | 5,338 | 6.8% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 5,465 | 9.3% | |
| Population sources:1910–2000 1910 1910–1930 1940–2000 2000 2010 2020 |
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Population in 2010
According to the 2010 census, Clementon had 5,000 people living in 2,064 homes. About 71% of the people were White, and 19% were Black or African American. There were also people of Asian, Native American, and other backgrounds. About 10% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average home had about 2.42 people. About 22% of the population was under 18 years old. The median age in Clementon was 37.2 years.
Local Businesses
Clementon is home to Giambri's Quality Sweets. This company makes candy and chocolate. It started in Philadelphia in 1942 and moved to New Jersey in the early 1970s.
Education for Students
Clementon School District
Students in Clementon attend public schools through the Clementon School District. This district has one school, Clementon Elementary School. It serves students from pre-kindergarten up to eighth grade. In the 2022–23 school year, about 589 students were enrolled.
High School Education
For high school, students in ninth through twelfth grades go to Overbrook High School. This high school is located in Pine Hill. Students from Clementon attend Overbrook High School as part of a special agreement. In the 2022–23 school year, about 792 students attended the high school.
Getting Around Clementon
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Roads and Highways
Clementon has about 23.91 miles of roads. Most of these roads are maintained by the local town government. The main highway that goes through Clementon is U.S. Route 30, also known as White Horse Pike.
Public Transportation
NJ Transit provides bus service in Clementon. You can take the 403 bus route to places like Turnersville and Camden. The 554 bus route connects the Lindenwold station to Atlantic City.
Famous People from Clementon
- Arthur Rose Eldred (1895–1951): He was the very first Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America.
- Arnie Fisher (born 1938): A professional bridge player and author.
- Walter E. Pedersen (1911–1998): He was a politician and businessman who served as the mayor of Clementon.
See also
In Spanish: Clementon (Nueva Jersey) para niños
