Thorofare, New Jersey facts for kids
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Thorofare, New Jersey
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Signage indicating exit to Thorofare from southbound Interstate Highway 295
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 Thorofare, New Jersey
Location in Gloucester County, New Jersey
Thorofare, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Thorofare, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Gloucester |
| Township | West Deptford |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.11 sq mi (10.64 km2) |
| • Land | 3.35 sq mi (8.68 km2) |
| • Water | 0.75 sq mi (1.95 km2) |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,806 |
| • Density | 837.6/sq mi (323.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 |
| ZIP Code |
08086
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| FIPS code | 34-28380 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0881166 |
Thorofare is a small community in New Jersey, a state in the United States. It's located in Gloucester County, which is in the northwestern part of the county. Thorofare is part of a larger area called West Deptford Township.
Even though it's a community, Thorofare isn't a separate town with its own government. It's known as an unincorporated community. It's also a census-designated place (CDP). This means the U.S. Census Bureau counts its population separately for statistics.
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Discovering Thorofare, New Jersey
Thorofare is in the southern part of New Jersey, often called South Jersey. It has its own ZIP Code, which is 08086. This code helps the United States Postal Service deliver mail to homes and businesses in the area.
Population and People
In 2020, the population of Thorofare was 2,806 people. This number comes from the 2020 United States census. The census is a count of all the people living in the country.
How Population Changes
Years ago, in 2000, a larger area that included Thorofare had more people. That area, called a ZIP Code Tabulation Area (ZCTA), had 5,424 residents. Population numbers can change over time as people move in and out of communities.
Businesses in Thorofare
Thorofare is home to some important businesses. For example, a company called Checkpoint Systems has its main office here. They make technology that helps stores prevent theft and manage their inventory.
Population Data
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2020 | 2,806 | — | |
