Florence Township, New Jersey facts for kids
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Florence Township, New Jersey
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Florence rail station, a stop along the River Line of NJ Transit in the township
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Location of Florence Township in Burlington County highlighted in red (right). Inset map: Location of Burlington County in New Jersey highlighted in red (left).
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Census Bureau map of Florence Township, New Jersey
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 Florence Township, New Jersey
Location in Burlington County, New Jersey
Florence Township, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Florence Township, 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 |  Burlington |
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| Incorporated | March 7, 1872 | |
| Named for | Florence, Italy | |
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| • Type | Faulkner Act (mayor–council) | |
| • Body | Township Council | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 10.17 sq mi (26.35 km2) | |
| • Land | 9.77 sq mi (25.30 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.41 sq mi (1.05 km2) 3.98% | |
| Area rank | 210th of 565 in state 20th of 40 in county |
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| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 12,812 | |
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12,895 | |
| • Rank | 198th of 565 in state 11th of 40 in county |
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| • Density | 1,311.5/sq mi (506.4/km2) | |
| • Density rank | 354th of 565 in state 22nd of 40 in county |
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| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) | |
| ZIP Code |
08518
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| Area code(s) | 609 exchange: 499 | |
| FIPS code | 3400523850 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0882107 | |
Florence Township is a township located in Burlington County, New Jersey. A township is a type of local government area. In 2020, about 12,812 people lived here. This was an increase of 703 people since 2010. Florence Township is part of a larger area that includes Philadelphia, Reading, and Camden.
Florence Township became an official township on March 7, 1872. It was created from parts of Mansfield Township. The township was named after the city of Florence, Italy.
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History of Florence Township
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The Florence City Company was started in 1849. This company planned the streets and lots in Florence. They also built the Florence Hotel and a wharf, which is a place where boats can dock.
The Florence Iron Works was a big factory built in 1857. It was located along the Delaware River. Richard Jones started it, and later Richard D. Wood took over in 1867. This factory was very important for the local economy. Many people in the area worked there.
Florence also became a popular place for vacations. People enjoyed its sandy beaches along the Delaware River. Around 1872, a special center opened where visitors could get hydrotherapy treatments.
Geography and Local Areas
Florence Township covers about 10.17 square miles (26.35 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Inside Florence Township, there are a few smaller communities. These include Florence CDP and Roebling. A CDP is a "census-designated place," which means it's an area identified by the census bureau for statistics. Other small areas in the township are Bustleton, Dobbins, Florence Station, and Hoffner's Tract.
Florence Township shares its borders with several other towns. In Burlington County, it borders Bordentown Township, Burlington Township, Mansfield Township, and Springfield Township. Across the Delaware River in Pennsylvania, it borders Bristol Township, Falls Township, and Tullytown.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 1,528 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,922 | 25.8% | |
| 1900 | 1,955 | 1.7% | |
| 1910 | 4,731 | 142.0% | |
| 1920 | 7,100 | 50.1% | |
| 1930 | 7,824 | 10.2% | |
| 1940 | 7,229 | −7.6% | |
| 1950 | 7,455 | 3.1% | |
| 1960 | 8,127 | 9.0% | |
| 1970 | 8,560 | 5.3% | |
| 1980 | 9,084 | 6.1% | |
| 1990 | 10,266 | 13.0% | |
| 2000 | 10,746 | 4.7% | |
| 2010 | 12,109 | 12.7% | |
| 2020 | 12,812 | 5.8% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 12,895 | 6.5% | |
| Population sources: 1880–2000 1880–1920 1880–1890 1890–1910 1910–1930 1940–2000 2000 2010 2020 |
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The population of Florence Township has grown steadily over the years. In 2010, there were 12,109 people living here. By 2020, the population increased to 12,812.
In 2010, about 78% of the people were White, and 12% were Black or African American. About 5% were Asian. People of Hispanic or Latino background made up about 4.7% of the population. The average age of residents was 41 years old.
Economy and Jobs
Florence Township is a good place for businesses because it's easy to get to by train and major roads. The township's economy is largely based on logistics. Logistics means managing how goods are moved and stored.
Florence and nearby towns have become important centers for large warehouses. Big companies like Amazon have built their warehouses here. This creates many jobs for local residents.
Education in Florence Township
The Florence Township School District serves students from kindergarten all the way through twelfth grade. The district has three schools. In the 2018–19 school year, there were about 1,581 students.
- Roebling Elementary School teaches students in grades K–3.
- Riverfront Middle School serves students in grades 4–8.
- Florence Township Memorial High School is for students in grades 9–12.
Students from Florence Township can also attend the Burlington County Institute of Technology. This school offers special vocational and technical training. It has campuses in Medford and Westampton Township.
Media and Local Radio
WIFI is a local radio station that broadcasts from Florence Township. You can find it at 1460 AM. The station plays urban contemporary music.
Transportation and Travel
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Florence Township has many roads for cars and trucks. As of 2010, there were over 67 miles of roadways. Most of these roads are maintained by the township itself.
- Interstate 95 (also known as the New Jersey Turnpike Pennsylvania Extension) runs through Florence. There's an exit called "6A" that connects to U.S. Route 130.
- Interstate 295 also passes through the township.
Public Transportation Options
The NJ Transit River Line is a light rail system that serves Florence Township. There are two stations:
- Florence station
- Roebling station
You can take the light rail south to Camden or north to the Trenton Rail Station. From Trenton, you can connect to other trains that go to New York City or Philadelphia.
NJ Transit also offers bus service. The 409 bus route goes between Trenton and Philadelphia. There's also a local bus service called BurLink on the B5 route. It connects the Florence light rail station to the Haines Industrial Center.
Notable People from Florence Township
Many interesting people have connections to Florence Township, including:
- Joseph Bodner (1925–1982), a talented painter and illustrator.
- John E. Dimon (1916–1993), who served in the New Jersey Senate.
- Heath Fillmyer (born 1994), a professional baseball pitcher for the Kansas City Royals.
- Richard J. Hughes (1909–1992), who was the 45th Governor of New Jersey and later a Chief Justice of the New Jersey Supreme Court.
- Wali Lundy (born 1983), a running back who played in the NFL for the Houston Texans.
- Gia Maione (1941–2013), a singer who was married to famous singer Louis Prima.
- Gene Olaff (born 1920), a former U.S. Soccer goalkeeper and a former Superintendent of the New Jersey State Police.
- Scott Semptimphelter (born 1972), a professional football quarterback.
- John A. Sweeney (born 1941), a politician who served in the New Jersey General Assembly.
- Curtis Thompson (born 1996), a track and field athlete who specializes in the javelin throw.
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Florence (Nueva Jersey) para niños
