Echelon, New Jersey facts for kids
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Echelon, New Jersey
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Map of Echelon CDP in Camden County. Right: Location of Camden County in New Jersey.
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 Echelon, New Jersey
Location in Camden County, New Jersey
Echelon, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Echelon, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Camden |
| Township | Voorhees |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.84 sq mi (7.35 km2) |
| • Land | 2.80 sq mi (7.24 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.11 km2) 0.84% |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 11,896 |
| • Density | 4,253.13/sq mi (1,642.35/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
08043 - Voorhees
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| Area code(s) | 856 |
| FIPS code | 34-19900 |
| GNIS feature ID | 02389457 |
Echelon is a community in Voorhees Township, located in Camden County, New Jersey. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government counts for population statistics, but it's not an officially incorporated town or city. In 2020, about 11,896 people lived in Echelon.
A major landmark in Echelon is the Voorhees Town Center. This used to be called the Echelon Mall. It offers a large shopping area and also houses the main offices for Voorhees Township.
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Where is Echelon Located?
Echelon is found in Camden County, which is in the southern part of New Jersey. It is part of Voorhees Township.
How Big is Echelon?
Echelon covers a total area of about 2.84 square miles (7.35 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Who Lives in Echelon?
Echelon has seen its population grow over the years. Here's a quick look at how many people have lived there:
- In 2000, the population was 10,440.
- By 2010, it grew to 10,743 people.
- In 2020, the population reached 11,896.
What the 2010 Census Showed
The 2010 census counted 10,743 people living in Echelon. There were 4,943 households, which are groups of people living together.
Many different types of people live in Echelon. About 18.6% of the population was under 18 years old. The average age of people living in Echelon was about 38.9 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Echelon (Nueva Jersey) para niños
