Egg Harbor City, New Jersey facts for kids
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Egg Harbor City, New Jersey
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Former Egg Harbor Commercial Bank building, now the local branch of the Atlantic County library system
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Location of Egg Harbor City in Atlantic County highlighted in red (left). Inset map: Location of Atlantic County in New Jersey highlighted in orange (right).
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Census Bureau map of Egg Harbor City, New Jersey
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 Egg Harbor City, New Jersey
Location in Atlantic County, New Jersey
Egg Harbor City, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Egg Harbor City, 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 | Atlantic | |
| Incorporated | June 14, 1858 | |
| Named for | Gull eggs | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Faulkner Act (small municipality) | |
| • Body | City Council | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 11.42 sq mi (29.58 km2) | |
| • Land | 10.85 sq mi (28.10 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.57 sq mi (1.48 km2) 4.99% | |
| Area rank | 198th of 565 in state 10th of 23 in county |
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| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 4,396 | |
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4,385 | |
| • Rank | 400th of 565 in state 17th of 23 in county |
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| • Density | 405.1/sq mi (156.4/km2) | |
| • Density rank | 459th of 565 in state 14th of 23 in county |
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| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) | |
| ZIP Code |
08215
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| Area code(s) | 609 exchanges: 704, 726, 804, 965 | |
| FIPS code | 3400120350 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0876119 | |
Egg Harbor City is a small city located in Atlantic County, in the state of New Jersey. It is part of a larger metropolitan area that includes Atlantic City and Hammonton. This area is also connected to the bigger Philadelphia region.
In 2020, about 4,396 people lived in Egg Harbor City. This was a small increase from 2010. The city is known for its property tax rate, which was higher than the average for Atlantic County and New Jersey in 2020.
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History of Egg Harbor City
How Egg Harbor City Got Its Name
The area where Egg Harbor City now stands was first visited by Europeans in 1614. A Dutch ship called Fortuyn landed near the Mullica River. The early settlers saw many gull eggs in the area. Because of this, they named the place "Eyren Haven," which means "Egg Harbor" in Dutch.
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Founding and Early Plans
In 1854, the Camden and Atlantic Railroad opened, making the area easier to reach. A group of German Americans from Philadelphia decided to buy a large area of woodland. They wanted to create a safe place for people who were facing unfair treatment during a time known as the Know-Nothing movement.
They first planned two cities, "Pomona" and "Gloucester." But they soon decided to combine them into one larger city called "Egg Harbor City." The city was designed with a central "city core" for homes and separate farm areas around it. People could buy shares that included both a home lot and a farm plot. The city was promoted in other cities with many German American residents, like Baltimore and St. Louis.
City Layout and Growth
The streets running north-south were named after German cities. The east-west streets were named after famous Germans. The city plan included many green spaces, like wide medians for gardens. There were also plans for an artificial lake and a large urban park. The Mullica River was even supposed to be made suitable for commercial ships.
Egg Harbor City officially became a city on June 14, 1858. It was formed from parts of Galloway Township and Mullica Township. The city's growth was slow at first due to an economic crisis in 1857 and then the American Civil War. However, it grew steadily in the 1870s. For over 50 years, Egg Harbor City remained a place where German language and culture were very strong in South Jersey.
Geography of Egg Harbor City
What is Egg Harbor City Like?
Egg Harbor City covers about 11.42 square miles (29.58 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Some smaller communities and places within or partly within Egg Harbor City include Clarks Landing, Gloucester Furnace, and Gloucester Lake.
Neighboring Towns and Natural Areas
Egg Harbor City shares borders with Galloway Township and Mullica Township in Atlantic County. It also borders Washington Township in Burlington County.
The city is part of the New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve. This is a special protected natural area with unique plants and animals. It covers a huge area and is recognized as a United States Biosphere Reserve. This means it's important for both nature and people.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 789 | — | |
| 1870 | 1,311 | 66.2% | |
| 1880 | 1,232 | −6.0% | |
| 1890 | 1,439 | 16.8% | |
| 1900 | 1,808 | 25.6% | |
| 1910 | 2,181 | 20.6% | |
| 1920 | 2,622 | 20.2% | |
| 1930 | 3,478 | 32.6% | |
| 1940 | 3,589 | 3.2% | |
| 1950 | 3,838 | 6.9% | |
| 1960 | 4,416 | 15.1% | |
| 1970 | 4,304 | −2.5% | |
| 1980 | 4,618 | 7.3% | |
| 1990 | 4,583 | −0.8% | |
| 2000 | 4,545 | −0.8% | |
| 2010 | 4,243 | −6.6% | |
| 2020 | 4,396 | 3.6% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 4,385 | 3.3% | |
| Population sources: 1860–2000 1860–1920 1860–1870 1870 1880–1890 1890–1910 1910–1930 1940–2000 2000 2010 2020 |
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Population Changes Over Time
The population of Egg Harbor City has changed over the years. In 1860, there were 789 people. The population grew steadily for many decades, reaching its highest point in 1980 with 4,618 people. By 2020, the population was 4,396.
Who Lives in Egg Harbor City?
Based on the 2010 United States census:
- The city had 4,243 people living in 1,593 households.
- About 63% of residents were White, 18% were Black or African American, and 2.2% were Asian.
- About 26% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
- The average household had 2.64 people.
- About 25% of the population was under 18 years old.
- The median age was 36.4 years.
Education in Egg Harbor City
Public Schools
The Egg Harbor City School District teaches public school children from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The district has two schools:
- Charles L. Spragg School: For students in PreK to Grade 3.
- Egg Harbor City Community School: For students in grades 4 to 8.
For high school, students attend Cedar Creek High School. This school is located in Egg Harbor City and opened in 2010. It is part of the Greater Egg Harbor Regional High School District. This district also serves students from Galloway Township, Hamilton Township, and Mullica Township.
Students can also choose to attend specialized schools like the Atlantic County Institute of Technology or the Charter-Tech High School for the Performing Arts.
Private Schools
The Pilgrim Academy is a private Christian school in Egg Harbor City. It was founded in 1971 and teaches students from kindergarten through 12th grade.
There used to be a Catholic school called St. Nicholas School, but it closed in 2007. A private elementary school opened in its place.
Transportation in Egg Harbor City
Roads and Highways
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The main highway that goes through Egg Harbor City is U.S. Route 30, also known as the White Horse Pike. New Jersey Route 50 also ends in Egg Harbor City, meeting US 30. Other important roads include County Route 561 and County Route 563.
The closest major highways are the Atlantic City Expressway and the Garden State Parkway, which are in nearby towns.
Public Transport Options
The Egg Harbor City station offers train service through NJ Transit's Atlantic City Line. This line connects Egg Harbor City to 30th Street Station in Philadelphia and the Atlantic City Rail Terminal in Atlantic City.
NJ Transit also provides bus service to and from Atlantic City on the 554 route.
The South Jersey Transportation Authority offers shuttle bus services. These connect the Egg Harbor City train station to places like Atlantic City International Airport and Stockton University.
Wineries
Egg Harbor City is home to a few wineries:
Notable People from Egg Harbor City
Many interesting people have connections to Egg Harbor City, either by being born there or living there:
- Lou Bauer (1898–1979), a baseball player who played one game for the Philadelphia Athletics.
- Kathleen Crowley (1929–2017), an actress.
- John D'Agostino (born 1982), a professional poker player.
- Louis Kuehnle (1857–1934), an important figure in the early development of Atlantic City.
- Frank Morgenweck (1875–1941), a basketball player, coach, and administrator who is in the Basketball Hall of Fame.
- Peace Pilgrim (1908–1981), born Mildred Lisette Norman, was a peace activist. Egg Harbor City has Peace Pilgrim Park and celebrates her birthday every July.
- Lindsey Petrosh (born 1989), who was crowned Miss New Jersey in 2012.
- Tim Reilly, the head coach for the Lafayette Leopards baseball team.
- Captain Charles Saalmann (1838–1909), a Civil War captain and vintner.
See also
In Spanish: Egg Harbor City para niños
