Vineland, New Jersey facts for kids
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Vineland, New Jersey
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Downtown Vineland
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| Motto(s):
"A Harvest of Opportunities in the Heart of the Northeast"
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Location of Vineland in Cumberland County highlighted in red (left). Inset map: Location of Cumberland County in New Jersey highlighted in orange (right).
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 Vineland, New Jersey
Location in Cumberland County, New Jersey
Vineland, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Vineland, 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 | Cumberland | ||||
| Incorporated | February 5, 1952 | ||||
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| • Type | Faulkner Act Mayor-Council | ||||
| • Body | City council | ||||
| Area | |||||
| • Total | 68.99 sq mi (178.68 km2) | ||||
| • Land | 68.40 sq mi (177.16 km2) | ||||
| • Water | 0.59 sq mi (1.52 km2) 0.86% | ||||
| Area rank | 16th of 565 in state 2nd of 14 in county |
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| Elevation | 98 ft (30 m) | ||||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 60,780 | ||||
| • Estimate
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60,797 | ||||
| • Rank | 639th in country (as of 2021) 26th of 565 in state 1st of 14 in county |
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| • Density | 888.7/sq mi (343.1/km2) | ||||
| • Density rank | 396th of 565 in state 2nd of 14 in county |
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| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | ||||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) | ||||
| ZIP Codes |
08360–08362
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| Area code(s) | 856 | ||||
| FIPS code | 3401176070 | ||||
| GNIS feature ID | 0885428 | ||||
Vineland is a city in Cumberland County, New Jersey. It is the largest city in the county by population. Vineland and Bridgeton are the two main cities in the Vineland-Bridgeton area. This area is part of the larger Philadelphia metropolitan area.
In 2020, Vineland had a population of 60,780 people. This was the highest number of people ever counted in the city. The city's population was estimated to be 60,797 in 2023.
Vineland was created on July 1, 1952. This happened when two areas, Landis Township and Vineland Borough, joined together. People voted for this merger on February 5, 1952. The city's name comes from the idea of growing grapes there.
Geographically, Vineland is located in South Jersey. It has many people of Italian-American and Hispanic-American backgrounds.
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History of Vineland
How Vineland Started
Charles K. Landis bought a lot of land in 1861 and 1874. This land was near Millville and along a railroad line. He wanted to create a special community focused on farming and new ideas. The first houses were built in 1862. Train service to Philadelphia and New York City began. By 1865, about 5,500 people lived there, and by 1875, there were 11,000 residents.
Early Rules and Farming
Vineland was an early "temperance town." This meant that selling alcohol was not allowed. Landis had rules for people who bought land. They had to build a house within a year. They also had to clear and farm a certain amount of land each year. He wanted space between houses and roads for flowers and trees. Landis Avenue was built as a wide road running through the center of town. Other roads connected at right angles.
Grapes, Glass, and Chickens
Landis found that the soil in Vineland was good for growing grapes. This is how the city got its name. He encouraged Italian grape growers to move to Vineland. Thomas Bramwell Welch, who started Welch's Grape Juice, bought grapes grown locally. He used them to make grape juice. The sandy soil also attracted glass-making companies. The Progresso soup company also had a home there. For much of the early 1900s, Vineland was known for its poultry (chicken) industry. It was even called "The Egg Basket of America."
Saving Chickens with a Vaccine
Arthur Goldhaft started Vineland Poultry Laboratories. He created a fowl pox chicken vaccine. This vaccine saved millions of chickens from dying. His work helped protect the world's chicken supply from this disease. The company stopped its operations in 2007.
Special Schools and Celebrations
Vineland had New Jersey's first school for people with intellectual disabilities. It was called the Vineland Developmental Center. This center was well-known for its work in this field.
In 2011, Vineland celebrated its 150th birthday. Local bakeries donated many cakes for the event. Since the 1970s, the city has had an annual dandelion festival. Dandelions are grown as a crop by farms in Vineland. The 2018 novel Unsheltered by Barbara Kingsolver is set in Vineland.
Geography
Location and Size
Vineland is a large city in terms of area. It covers about 68.99 square miles (178.68 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small amount of water. Among all the places in New Jersey called "City," Vineland is the largest in total area.
Nearby Areas
Several smaller communities and places are located within Vineland. These include Clayville, Hances Bridge, Menantico, and South Vineland.
Vineland shares borders with several other towns. These include Deerfield Township, Millville, and Maurice River Township in Cumberland County. It also borders towns in Atlantic, Gloucester, and Salem counties. The city is about 38 miles (61 kilometers) from the Atlantic Ocean.
Population Facts
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 7,077 | — | |
| 1880 | 6,005 | −15.1% | |
| 1890 | 7,677 | 27.8% | |
| 1900 | 9,091 | 18.4% | |
| 1910 | 11,717 | 28.9% | |
| 1920 | 16,834 | 43.7% | |
| 1930 | 21,603 | 28.3% | |
| 1940 | 24,439 | 13.1% | |
| 1950 | 29,573 | 21.0% | |
| 1960 | 37,685 | 27.4% | |
| 1970 | 47,399 | 25.8% | |
| 1980 | 53,753 | 13.4% | |
| 1990 | 54,780 | 1.9% | |
| 2000 | 56,271 | 2.7% | |
| 2010 | 60,724 | 7.9% | |
| 2020 | 60,780 | 0.1% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 60,797 | 0.1% | |
| Population sources: 1870–2010 1870–1920 1870 1880–1890 1890–1910 1910–1930 1940–2000 2000 2010 2020 |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, Vineland had 60,724 people living in 21,450 households. About 15,230 of these were families. The population density was about 887 people per square mile.
The racial makeup of the city was mostly White (67%). About 14% were Black or African American. Other groups included Native American (0.7%), Asian (1.7%), and Pacific Islander (0.04%). About 13% were from other races, and 3.5% were from two or more races. People of Hispanic or Latino background made up 38% of the population.
About 24.5% of the people were under 18 years old. About 13.9% were 65 years or older. The average age in Vineland was 37.7 years.
The average income for a household was about $54,024. The average income for a family was about $64,185. About 12.8% of the population lived below the poverty line.
Economy
Urban Enterprise Zone
Parts of Vineland are in an Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) with Millville. This program helps encourage jobs and businesses. Shoppers in this zone can pay a lower sales tax rate. This special status for Vineland ends in December 2023.
Landis Avenue and Downtown
Landis Avenue is the main street in Vineland. The downtown area is around the intersection of Landis Avenue and the Boulevard. The Boulevard runs along the main north-south railroad line. This line connected Vineland to Cape May and Camden/Philadelphia.
There have been many efforts to improve the downtown area. New buildings include a transportation center, courthouse, and post office. Sidewalks have also been upgraded. In 2005, Vineland became a Main Street Community. This group works to improve properties, keep businesses, and market the area.
Education
Public Schools
The Vineland Public Schools serve students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district has 14 schools and about 10,266 students. There is about one teacher for every 14 students.
Schools in the district include:
- Casimer M. Dallago Jr. Preschool Center / IMPACT (Pre-K)
- Dane Barse Elementary School (K–5)
- Solve D'Ippolito Elementary School (K–5)
- Marie Durand School (K–5)
- Edward Johnstone School (5–8)
- Dr. William Mennies Elementary School (K–5)
- Pauline J. Petway Elementary School (K–5)
- Anthony Rossi Elementary School (K–5)
- Gloria M. Sabater Elementary School (K–5)
- Dr. John H. Winslow Elementary School (K–5)
- Sgt. Dominick Pilla Middle School (6–8)
- Veterans Memorial Middle School (6–8)
- Thomas W. Wallace Jr. Middle School (6–8)
- Cunningham Academy (7–12)
- Vineland High School (9–12)
Technical and Private Schools
Students can also attend the Cumberland County Technical Education Center in Millville. This school offers full-time technical training programs for students from across the county. It moved to a new campus in Vineland in 2016.
Cumberland Christian School is a private school in Vineland. It serves students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The city also has two Catholic elementary schools: Bishop Schad Regional School and St. Mary Regional School.
College and Library
Rowan College of South Jersey Cumberland Campus is partly in Vineland and partly in Millville. The Vineland Public Library is the city's public library.
Fun Places to Visit
- The Delsea Drive-In is on Route 47. For many years, it was the only drive-in theater left in New Jersey. Now, New Jersey has two drive-in theaters.
- The Palace of Depression was built by George Daynor. He was an interesting person who lost his money in the Wall Street Crash of 1929. He built the house to show that willpower could overcome hard times. People called it "The Strangest House in the World." It is currently being restored.
- The Landis MarketPlace opened in 2011 as an indoor public market. It used to have several vendors.
- The Vineland Historical and Antiquarian Society is a museum and research library. It has been open since 1910 and shows the city's history.
- The Vineland Chemical Company site is a Superfund site. This means it is a place where hazardous waste needs to be cleaned up. Money has been given to help clean up the soil and water there.
Media
Vineland has local radio stations like WVLT (92.1) and WMIZ (1270). WPOV-LP (107.7) is owned by a local church. Vineland is also the city where WUVP-DT (channel 65) is licensed. This is Philadelphia's Univision station.
Getting Around Vineland
Roads and Highways
Vineland has many miles of roads. Most are maintained by the city. Major roads include Route 47, Route 55, and Route 56 (Landis Avenue). Several county routes also run through the city.
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Public Transportation
NJ Transit offers bus services in Vineland. These buses connect the city to places like Cape May, Philadelphia, and Atlantic City.
There are two small airports nearby for private planes. These are Vineland-Downstown Airport and Kroelinger Airport.
Parks and Recreation
The Cumberland Cape Atlantic YMCA is located in Vineland. This organization offers programs and facilities for people in Cumberland, Atlantic, and Cape May counties.
Famous People from Vineland
Many notable people have connections to Vineland. Here are a few:
- Nelson Albano (born 1954), a politician who served in the New Jersey General Assembly.
- Obie Bermúdez (born 1977), a Latin Grammy winner for music.
- Robert Neil Butler (1927–2010), the first director of the National Institute on Aging.
- Thomas Chisholm (1866–1960), a Christian songwriter who wrote "Great Is Thy Faithfulness".
- Jamil Demby (born 1996), a football player for the Los Angeles Rams.
- Darren Ford (born 1985), a former baseball player for the San Francisco Giants.
- Chris Gheysens (born c. 1972), the CEO of Wawa Inc.
- Charles K. Landis (1833–1900), the founder of Vineland.
- Miles Lerman (1920–2008), a Holocaust survivor who helped create the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.
- Matthew Lipman (1923–2010), who started the "Philosophy for Children" program.
- Jillian Loyden (born 1985), a soccer goalkeeper.
- John Landis Mason (1832–1902), the inventor of the Mason jar.
- Don Money (born 1947), a professional baseball player.
- Isiah Pacheco (born 1999), an American football running back for the Kansas City Chiefs.
- Lou Piccone (born 1949), a former NFL wide receiver and kick returner.
- Mary Treat (1830–1923), a naturalist and author who corresponded with Charles Darwin.
- Mike Trout (born 1991), a Major League Baseball outfielder, was born in Vineland.
- Thomas Bramwell Welch (1825–1903), who discovered the process to prevent grape juice from fermenting.
Images for kids
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Bird's-eye view of Vineland in 1885
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See also
In Spanish: Vineland (Nueva Jersey) para niños
