Swedesboro, New Jersey
Swedesboro: borough in New Jersey, USA
About
Swedesboro is a city located in the county of Gloucester in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,584 and a population density of 1,301 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,577 inhabitants.
The city was created 124 years ago in 1902.
Quick Facts about Swedesboro
| Population | 2,577 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Jersey (United States) |
| County | Gloucester County |
| Postal code | 08085 |
| Area | 1.99 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.7476,-75.3105 |
| Altitude | 151 feet / 46 meters |
| Establishment | April 09, 1902 (124 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 05:04:04 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 1,298 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.27% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 83℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Swedesboro is located at 39°44'51"N 75°18'38"W (39.7476100, -75.3104700).
Swedesboro map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers after 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 83. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Swedesboro decreased by 0.27% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,584 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,606 | 0.84% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,602 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,595 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,597 | 0.08% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,600 | 0.12% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,589 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,583 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,579 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,568 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,577 | 0.35% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Swedesboro
1Locke Ave Park
58 Locke Ave, Swedesboro, NJ 08085, United States View details
2Camp Kimble, Oldmans Creek Preserve
21 Main St, Swedesboro, NJ 08085, United States View details
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3Cedarvale Winery
205 Repaupo Station Rd, Swedesboro, NJ 08085, United States View details
Phone: +18564673088 | Website available
4South Jersey Light Show
83 Flood Gate Rd, Swedesboro, NJ 08085, United States View details
Website available
Where to Stay in Swedesboro
1Hampton Inn Swedesboro Philadelphia
2 Pureland Dr, Swedesboro, NJ 08085, United States View details
Phone: +18564676200 | Website available
People born in Swedesboro (8)
People born in Swedesboro, including politician Charles Creighton Stratton, Union Army general Charles Garrison Harker, football player Dorien Bryant, .
More notable people
- Ted Laux (American football player (1916-1965)) he was born in 01/03/1916
- William Nicholson Jeffers (United States Navy officer) he was born in 06/10/1824
- Joseph Pere Bell Wilmer (American bishop) he was born in 11/02/1812
- Derek Leyman (hip hop musician)
- Kenneth A. Black Jr. he was born in 23/12/1932
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Swedesboro, NJ. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 210599 | All-State Career School | Essington (PA) | 19029 |
Nearby Transit Stations (27)
Rail and bus stations connected to Swedesboro, NJ. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WIL | Wilmington station | 100 South French Street | RAIL |
| PHL | 30th Street Station | 2955 Market St. | RAIL |
| LDW | Lindenwold | Station Ave & White Horse Rd West | OTHER |
| ARD | Ardmore | Station Road and Lancaster Ave. | RAIL |
| CRH | Cherry Hill, New Jersey | Cornell Ave. & West Marlton Pike | OTHER |
Closest post offices linked to Swedesboro.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Swedesbor Post Office | Swedesboro (NJ) | 08085 |
Other cities in Gloucester County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Gloucester County , NJ. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson | 20,611 | Township in Morris County, New Jersey |
| Glassboro | 20,386 | Borough in New Jersey, United States |
| Williamstown | 15,567 | Town in Massachusetts |
| Mantua | 14,877 | Township in Gloucester County, New Jersey |
| Red Bank | 11,979 | Borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States |
| Woodbury | 9,813 | City in New Jersey |
| Clayton | 8,759 | Borough in Gloucester County, New Jersey |
| Pitman | 8,753 | Borough in Gloucester County, New Jersey, United States |
| Paulsboro | 5,866 | Borough in Gloucester County, New Jersey, United States |
| Beckett | 4,847 | Unincorporated community and census-designated place in Gloucester County, New Jersey, United States |
| Westville | 4,154 | Borough of New Jersey |
| Mullica Hill | 3,982 | Census designated place |
| Harding | 3,752 | Township of New Jersey |
| Turnersville | 3,742 | Census designated place |
| Gibbstown | 3,739 | Census designated place |
| Oak Valley | 3,483 | Census designated place |
Distance to Other Cities
Swedesboro distances to largest New Jersey cities