Allentown, New Jersey
Allentown: borough of New Jersey
About
Allentown is a city located in the county of Monmouth in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,828 and a population density of 1,137 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,761 inhabitants.
The city was created 127 years ago in 1898.
Quick Facts about Allentown
| Population | 1,761 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Jersey (United States) |
| County | Monmouth County |
| Postal code | 08501 |
| Area | 1.61 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.1779,-74.5835 |
| Altitude | 246 feet / 75 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1899 (127 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 19:18:59 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 1,095 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.8% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 63℉ Rain Showers Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Allentown is located at 40°10'40"N 74°35'1"W (40.1778900, -74.5834900).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Allentown decreased by 3.8% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,828 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,829 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,822 | -0.38% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,819 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,811 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,809 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,804 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,799 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,786 | -0.73% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,775 | -0.62% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,761 | -0.8% | estimation process |
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Allentown, NJ. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 185509 | Mercer County Community College | West Windsor (NJ) | 08550-3407 |
Nearby Transit Stations (28)
Rail and bus stations connected to Allentown, NJ. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRE | Trenton Transit Center | 72 South Clinton Avenue | RAIL |
| PJC | Princeton Junction station | 2 Wallace Road | RAIL |
| CWH | Cornwells Heights | 700 Station Ave. | RAIL |
| NBK | New Brunswick station | French and Albany Streets | RAIL |
| PNK | Pennsauken, NJ | 215 Derousse Avenue | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Allentown.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Allentown Post Office | Allentown (NJ) | 08501 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Allentown, Pennsylvania The third most populous city in Pennsylvania. with a population of 121,470 people.
- Allentown, Georgia human settlement in Bleckley, Laurens, Twiggs, and Wilkinson counties, Georgia, United States of America with a population of 152 people.
Other cities in Monmouth County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Monmouth County , NJ. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton | 86,722 | Township in Mercer County, New Jersey, United States |
| Manalapan | 39,225 | Township in Monmouth County, New Jersey |
| Long Branch | 30,210 | City in New Jersey, United States |
| Hazlet | 19,641 | Township in Monmouth County, New Jersey |
| Tinton Falls | 17,406 | Borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States |
| Holmdel | 16,670 | Township of New Jersey |
| Asbury Park | 15,377 | City in New Jersey, United States |
| West Freehold | 13,613 | Census designated place |
| Eatontown | 12,132 | Borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States |
| Freehold | 11,658 | Borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States |
| Colts Neck | 9,841 | Township in Monmouth County, New Jersey |
| Keansburg | 9,614 | Borough in New Jersey, United States |
| Matawan | 8,607 | Borough in New Jersey, United States |
| West Long Branch | 7,875 | Borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey |
| Keyport | 6,951 | Town in Monmouth County, New Jersey |
| Rumson | 6,671 | Borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Allentown distances to largest New Jersey cities