South Harrison Township, New Jersey facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
South Harrison Township, New Jersey
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South Harrison Township municipal building
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South Harrison Township highlighted in Gloucester County. Inset map: Gloucester County highlighted in New Jersey.
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Census Bureau map of South Harrison Township, New Jersey
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 South Harrison Township, New Jersey
Location in Gloucester County, New Jersey
South Harrison Township, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
South Harrison 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 |  Gloucester |
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| Incorporated | March 2, 1883 | |
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| • Type | Township | |
| • Body | Township Committee | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 15.96 sq mi (41.32 km2) | |
| • Land | 15.90 sq mi (41.17 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.15 km2) 0.38% | |
| Area rank | 170th of 565 in state 11th of 24 in county |
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| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 3,395 | |
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3,444 | |
| • Rank | 431st of 565 in state 19th of 24 in county |
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| • Density | 213.6/sq mi (82.5/km2) | |
| • Density rank | 500th of 565 in state 24th of 24 in county |
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| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) | |
| ZIP Code |
08039 – Harrisonville
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| Area code(s) | 856 | |
| FIPS code | 3401569030 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0882145 | |
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South Harrison Township is a small community in Gloucester County, in the state of New Jersey. It is a township, which is a type of local government area.
In 2020, about 3,395 people lived here. This was a small increase from 2010. The township was officially created on March 2, 1883. It was formed from parts of Harrison Township. Later, in 1891, Elk Township was also formed from parts of South Harrison.
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Where is South Harrison Township Located?
South Harrison Township is in southern New Jersey. The U.S. Census Bureau says the township covers about 15.96 square miles (41.32 square kilometers). Most of this area is land.
Communities Within the Township
Several smaller communities are found inside South Harrison Township. These include Cedar Grove and Harrisonville. Harrisonville has its own ZIP Code, 08039. Other places are Jessups Mills and Lincoln.
Neighboring Towns and Counties
South Harrison Township shares borders with several other towns. In Gloucester County, it borders Elk Township, Harrison Township, and Woolwich Township. It also borders towns in Salem County, like Pilesgrove Township and Upper Pittsgrove Township.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in South Harrison Township has changed over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 971 | — | |
| 1900 | 706 | * | −27.3% |
| 1910 | 694 | −1.7% | |
| 1920 | 583 | −16.0% | |
| 1930 | 680 | 16.6% | |
| 1940 | 686 | 0.9% | |
| 1950 | 868 | 26.5% | |
| 1960 | 974 | 12.2% | |
| 1970 | 1,226 | 25.9% | |
| 1980 | 1,486 | 21.2% | |
| 1990 | 1,919 | 29.1% | |
| 2000 | 2,417 | 26.0% | |
| 2010 | 3,162 | 30.8% | |
| 2020 | 3,395 | 7.4% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 3,444 | 8.9% | |
| Population sources: 1890–2000 1890–1920 1890 1890–1910 1910–1930 1940–2000 2000 2010 2020 * = Lost territory in previous decade. |
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What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, there were 3,162 people living in South Harrison Township. There were 1,020 households, which are groups of people living together. Most people (about 91.6%) were White. About 5% were Black or African American. A small number were Asian or from other backgrounds. About 3.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (42.1%) had children under 18. Most households (73.1%) were married couples. The average household had 3.10 people. The average family had 3.36 people.
The population's age range was varied. About 28.7% were under 18. About 10.4% were 65 or older. The average age was 40.4 years.
Education in South Harrison Township
Students in South Harrison Township attend public schools. The school system is divided by grade levels.
Elementary School Education
Younger students, from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, go to the South Harrison Township School District. They attend South Harrison Township Elementary School. In the 2020–21 school year, there were 315 students. There was about one teacher for every 10 students.
Middle and High School Education
Students in seventh through twelfth grade attend schools in the Kingsway Regional School District. This district also serves students from nearby towns. These towns include East Greenwich Township, Swedesboro, and Woolwich Township. Students from Logan Township also attend the high school.
The Kingsway Regional School District has two schools. Kingsway Regional Middle School serves grades 7–8. Kingsway Regional High School serves grades 9–12. In 2020–21, the district had 2,868 students.
Vocational and Technical Education
Students from across Gloucester County can apply to the Gloucester County Institute of Technology. This school is in Deptford Township. It offers technical and vocational training. Students do not pay tuition to attend this public school.
Getting Around South Harrison Township
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As of 2010, South Harrison Township had about 47.93 miles of roads. The township maintains some roads. Gloucester County and the New Jersey Department of Transportation maintain others.
Major Roads in the Township
Several important roads cross South Harrison Township.
- Route 45 is also called Woodstown-Mullica Hill Road. It runs southwest to northeast through the township.
- County Route 538 is known as Swedesboro Road. It crosses the northern part of the township.
- County Route 581 is called Commissioners Pike. It runs from the south to the north.
Local Wineries
South Harrison Township is home to a local winery.
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de South Harrison (Nueva Jersey) para niños
