White Township, New Jersey facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
White Township, New Jersey
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Township
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Beaver Brook Wildlife Management Area in White Township in July 2009
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Location of White Township in Warren County highlighted in yellow (right). Inset map: Location of Warren County in New Jersey highlighted in black (left).
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Census Bureau map of White Township, New Jersey
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 White Township, New Jersey
Location in Warren County, New Jersey
White Township, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
White Township, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County |  Warren |
| Incorporated | April 9, 1913 |
| Named for | Alexander White |
| Government | |
| • Type | Township |
| • Body | Township Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 27.90 sq mi (72.27 km2) |
| • Land | 27.37 sq mi (70.88 km2) |
| • Water | 0.54 sq mi (1.39 km2) 1.92% |
| Area rank | 97th of 565 in state 4th of 22 in county |
| Elevation | 525 ft (160 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 4,606 |
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(2023)
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4,704 |
| • Rank | 393rd of 565 in state 11th of 22 in county |
| • Density | 168.3/sq mi (65.0/km2) |
| • Density rank | 515th of 565 in state 16th of 22 in county |
| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) |
| ZIP Code |
07823 – Belvidere
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| Area code(s) | 908 |
| FIPS code | 3404180570 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0882246 |
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White Township is a community located in Warren County, New Jersey. It's a type of local government called a township. In 2020, about 4,606 people lived there. This was a small decrease from 2010.
The township was officially created on April 9, 1913. This happened after people voted for it. It was formed from parts of Oxford Township. White Township is named after Alexander White. He came to the area before 1760 and built a large stone house.
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Geography and Landscape
White Township covers about 27.90 square miles (72.27 km2). Most of this area is land. A small part, about 0.54 square miles (1.39 km2), is water. The township is in the Kittatinny Valley. This valley is part of the larger Great Appalachian Valley.
Communities and Neighborhoods
Several smaller communities are found within White Township. These include Bridgeville, Brookfield, and Buttzville. Other local places are Cornish, Foul Rift, Hazen, Little York, Manunka Chunk, Sarepta, and Summerfield.
Local Mountains
Mount No More is a mountain in the township. It's part of the Appalachian Mountains. The top of Mount No More is about 1,142 feet (348 meters) high.
Neighboring Towns
White Township shares borders with several other towns in Warren County. These include Belvidere, Harmony Township, Hope Township, Knowlton Township, Liberty Township, Oxford Township, and Washington Township.
Population and People
The number of people living in White Township has changed over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 1,161 | — | |
| 1930 | 1,200 | 3.4% | |
| 1940 | 1,335 | 11.3% | |
| 1950 | 1,536 | 15.1% | |
| 1960 | 1,832 | 19.3% | |
| 1970 | 2,326 | 27.0% | |
| 1980 | 2,748 | 18.1% | |
| 1990 | 3,603 | 31.1% | |
| 2000 | 4,245 | 17.8% | |
| 2010 | 4,882 | 15.0% | |
| 2020 | 4,606 | −5.7% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 4,704 | −3.6% | |
| Population sources: 1920 1920–1930 1940–2000 2000 2010 2020 |
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Population Details from 2010
In 2010, there were 4,882 people living in White Township. Most residents, about 95%, were White. About 2% were Black or African American, and less than 1% were Asian. About 2.7% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in White Township in 2010 was 50.9 years. About 17% of the population was under 18 years old. About 29% were 65 years or older.
Education for Students
White Township has its own school district. The White Township School District serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. These students attend the White Township Consolidated School. In the 2021–22 school year, there were 256 students.
For high school, students from White Township attend Belvidere High School. This high school also serves students from Harmony Township and Hope Township.
There are also other school options in the county. Students can attend Ridge and Valley Charter School for grades K-8. They can also go to Warren County Technical School for grades 9-12.
Transportation and Roads
White Township has many miles of roads. The local government maintains about 36 miles of roads. Warren County maintains about 22 miles. The state of New Jersey maintains about 7.69 miles.
Major Roads
U.S. Route 46 runs through the northern part of the township. Route 31 also passes through a small section in the east. It ends when it meets Route 46. County Route 519 is another important road in the area.
Major highways like Interstate 78/U.S. 22 and Interstate 80 are nearby. They provide easy access to the township.
Landmarks and Interesting Places
White Township is home to some important places.
County Government Building
The main building for Warren County's government is in White Township. It's called the Wayne Dumont Jr. Administrative Building. Many county offices are located here.
Pequest Fish Hatchery
Part of the Pequest Fish Hatchery is also within White Township. This is a place where fish are raised.
Four Sisters Winery
If you like grapes and juice, you might be interested in the Four Sisters Winery. It is also located in White Township.
Notable People
Some famous people have connections to White Township:
- John Insley Blair (1802–1899) was a very wealthy businessman. He was known for building railroads and giving money to good causes.
- Charles W. Buttz (1837–1913) was a politician. He served in the United States House of Representatives.
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de White (Nueva Jersey) para niños
