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Estell Manor, New Jersey
City
Head of the River Church
Head of the River Church
Motto(s): 
"Small City Charm in the Pines"
Location of Estell Manor in Atlantic County highlighted in red (left). Inset map: Location of Atlantic County in New Jersey highlighted in orange (right).
Location of Estell Manor in Atlantic County highlighted in red (left). Inset map: Location of Atlantic County in New Jersey highlighted in orange (right).
Census Bureau map of Estell Manor, New Jersey
Census Bureau map of Estell Manor, New Jersey
Estell Manor, New Jersey is located in Atlantic County, New Jersey
Estell Manor, New Jersey
Estell Manor, New Jersey
Location in Atlantic County, New Jersey
Estell Manor, New Jersey is located in New Jersey
Estell Manor, New Jersey
Estell Manor, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Estell Manor, New Jersey is located in the United States
Estell Manor, New Jersey
Estell Manor, New Jersey
Location in the United States
Country  United States
State  New Jersey
County Atlantic
Incorporated March 14, 1925
Government
 • Type Faulkner Act (small municipality)
 • Body City Council
Area
 • Total 55.18 sq mi (142.93 km2)
 • Land 53.39 sq mi (138.27 km2)
 • Water 1.80 sq mi (4.65 km2)  3.26%
Area rank 27th of 565 in state
5th of 23 in county
Elevation
39 ft (12 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 1,668
 • Estimate 
(2023)
1,679
 • Rank 504th of 565 in state
20th of 23 in county
 • Density 31.2/sq mi (12.0/km2)
 • Density rank 559th of 565 in state
23rd of 23 in county
Time zone UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT))
ZIP Code
08319
Area code(s) 609
FIPS code 3400121870
GNIS feature ID 0885212

Estell Manor is a small city located in Atlantic County, New Jersey. It's part of the South Jersey region. The city is known for its quiet charm and natural beauty, especially because it's located within the New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve.

In 2020, about 1,668 people lived in Estell Manor. This was a small decrease from the 1,735 people counted in 2010. The city was officially formed on March 14, 1925. It was created from parts of Weymouth Township.

Exploring Estell Manor's Location and Land

Estell Manor covers an area of about 55.18 square miles (142.93 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water. It's a pretty spread-out place, giving it a rural feel.

What Towns Border Estell Manor?

Estell Manor shares its borders with several other towns. In Atlantic County, it borders Corbin City, Egg Harbor Township, Hamilton Township, and Weymouth Township. It also borders Upper Township in Cape May County and Maurice River Township in Cumberland County.

The Pinelands National Reserve

A special part of Estell Manor is that it's located within the New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve. This is a huge protected natural area, covering over a million acres. It's known for its unique plants and animals. The Pinelands was created by Congress in 1978. It was the first "National Reserve" in the United States. This means the area is important for its natural environment.

Local Communities in Estell Manor

Within Estell Manor, there are several smaller communities and places. These include Estellville, Gibsons Landing, Head of River, Hunters Mill, Oakville, Old Etna Furnace, Russia, Steelmans Landing, Walkers Forge, and Warners Mill. These are often small groups of homes or historical spots.

Weather in Estell Manor

Estell Manor has a climate typical of the region. Summers are generally warm, and winters are cold. The area gets a good amount of rain throughout the year. Snowfall is common in winter months.

Climate data for Estell Manor, New Jersey (1991–2020 normals, extremes 1965–present)
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Record high °F (°C) 75
(24)
76
(24)
88
(31)
97
(36)
97
(36)
102
(39)
107
(42)
100
(38)
99
(37)
95
(35)
83
(28)
78
(26)
107
(42)
Mean daily maximum °F (°C) 43.2
(6.2)
45.9
(7.7)
53.2
(11.8)
64.5
(18.1)
73.3
(22.9)
81.7
(27.6)
86.5
(30.3)
84.7
(29.3)
78.7
(25.9)
67.4
(19.7)
57.1
(13.9)
47.8
(8.8)
65.3
(18.5)
Daily mean °F (°C) 33.1
(0.6)
35.2
(1.8)
42.2
(5.7)
52.6
(11.4)
62.1
(16.7)
71.1
(21.7)
76.2
(24.6)
74.3
(23.5)
67.8
(19.9)
55.9
(13.3)
46.0
(7.8)
37.8
(3.2)
54.5
(12.5)
Mean daily minimum °F (°C) 23.0
(−5.0)
24.5
(−4.2)
31.2
(−0.4)
40.8
(4.9)
51.0
(10.6)
60.4
(15.8)
65.9
(18.8)
64.0
(17.8)
56.9
(13.8)
44.4
(6.9)
35.0
(1.7)
27.7
(−2.4)
43.7
(6.5)
Record low °F (°C) −12
(−24)
−10
(−23)
−2
(−19)
17
(−8)
26
(−3)
37
(3)
43
(6)
39
(4)
34
(1)
17
(−8)
10
(−12)
−4
(−20)
−12
(−24)
Average precipitation inches (mm) 3.81
(97)
3.39
(86)
4.98
(126)
3.83
(97)
3.52
(89)
4.14
(105)
4.68
(119)
5.52
(140)
3.93
(100)
4.53
(115)
3.54
(90)
4.74
(120)
50.61
(1,285)
Average snowfall inches (cm) 6.1
(15)
8.2
(21)
3.4
(8.6)
0.7
(1.8)
0.0
(0.0)
0.0
(0.0)
0.0
(0.0)
0.0
(0.0)
0.0
(0.0)
0.0
(0.0)
trace 3.6
(9.1)
22.0
(56)
Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) 11.4 10.5 11.6 11.6 11.2 10.7 10.0 9.4 8.8 9.7 9.1 10.9 124.9
Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 in) 3.2 4.0 1.9 0.4 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.1 1.8 11.4
Source: NOAA

People of Estell Manor

The population of Estell Manor has changed over the years. In 1930, there were 423 people. By 2020, the population had grown to 1,668. The city is not very crowded, with a low population density.

Historical population
Census Pop.
1930 423
1940 406 −4.0%
1950 381 −6.2%
1960 496 30.2%
1970 539 8.7%
1980 848 57.3%
1990 1,404 65.6%
2000 1,585 12.9%
2010 1,735 9.5%
2020 1,668 −3.9%
2023 (est.) 1,679 −3.2%
Population sources:
1930–2000 1930
1940–2000 2000
2010 2020

What the 2010 Census Showed

The 2010 United States census found 1,735 people living in Estell Manor. There were 619 households, and 488 of these were families. Most people living in Estell Manor were White (96.48%). A small number were Black or African American (0.92%) or Asian (1.61%).

About one-third of households (31.7%) had children under 18. Most households (66.1%) were married couples. The average household had about 2.79 people. The average age of people in Estell Manor was 43.4 years old.

Learning in Estell Manor: Schools and Education

Students in Estell Manor attend public schools. Younger students go to the Estell Manor Elementary School. This school serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade.

Estell Manor School District

The Estell Manor School District has one school. In the 2021–2022 school year, there were 181 students and 16 teachers. This means there were about 11 students for every teacher. It's one of the smaller school districts in New Jersey.

High School Education

For high school, students from Estell Manor attend Buena Regional High School. This school is for students in ninth through twelfth grade. Students from Buena Borough and Buena Vista Township also attend this high school. In the 2021–2022 school year, Buena Regional High School had 498 students.

Other School Options

Students in Estell Manor also have other choices for high school. They can attend the Atlantic County Institute of Technology. This school is in Mays Landing. Another option is the Charter-Tech High School for the Performing Arts in Somers Point. These schools offer special programs.

Getting Around Estell Manor: Transportation

Estell Manor has a network of roads that help people travel. There are local roads maintained by the city, county roads, and state highways.

2018-09-15 11 51 45 View north along New Jersey State Route 50 (Broad Street) just north of Atlantic County Route 557 (Buena-Tuckahoe Road) in Estell Manor, Atlantic County, New Jersey
Route 50 northbound in Estell Manor

Major Roads and Highways

Two main state routes, Route 49 and Route 50, pass through Estell Manor. Several county routes also run through the city. These include County Route 557, County Route 649, and County Route 666. These roads connect Estell Manor to nearby towns and cities.

Public Transportation Options

For public transportation, NJ Transit offers bus service. The 315 bus route connects Cape May to Philadelphia. This provides a way for residents to travel without a car.

See also

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