Voorhees, New Jersey
Voorhees: township in Camden County, New Jersey
About
Voorhees is a township located in the county of Somerset in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Its population at the 2010 census was 29,131 and a population density of 2,502 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 29,107 inhabitants.
The township was created 127 years ago in 1899.
Quick Facts about Voorhees
| Population | 29,107 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Jersey (United States) |
| County | Somerset County |
| Twitter username | VoorheesTwp |
| Postal code | 08043 |
| Phone Area Codes | 856 |
| Area | 11.64 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.4812,-74.4832 |
| Named for | Foster McGowan Voorhees |
| Altitude | 112 feet / 34 meters |
| Establishment | March 01, 1899 (127 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 08:21:08 (14th April 2026) |
| Density | 2,500 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.08% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 83℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Voorhees is located at 40°28'52"N 74°28'60"W (40.4812200, -74.4832100). It has 6 neighbors: Berlin, Cherry Hill, Gibbsboro, Lawnside, Lindenwold and Somerdale.
Voorhees map
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Voorhees decreased by 0.08% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 29,131 | - | census |
| 2011 | 29,301 | 0.58% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 29,312 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 29,234 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 29,201 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 29,186 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 29,227 | 0.14% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 29,214 | -0.04% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 29,208 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 29,175 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 29,107 | -0.23% | estimation process |
People born in Voorhees (23)
People born in Voorhees, including basketball player Ron Anderson, musician and songwriter Josh Farro, basketball player LaMarr Greer, .
More notable people
- Andrew Bailey (former MLB pitcher and current coach) he was born in 31/05/1984
- Zac Farro (American drummer, songwriter, and singer) he was born in 04/06/1990
- English Gardner (American sprinter) she was born in 22/04/1992
- Anthony Flamini (American writer) he was born in 03/10/1978
- Chris St. Croix (American ice hockey player) he was born in 02/05/1979
- Jeromy Miles (Player of American football) he was born in 20/07/1987
- Molly Schaus (American ice hockey player) she was born in 29/07/1988
- Jordy Murray (American ice hockey player (1990-)) he was born in 08/01/1990
- Phil Trautwein (American college football player, professional football player, offensive lineman, offensive tackle) he was born in 15/04/1986
- Michael Garvey (American rugby league player) he was born in 27/07/1988
- Mike Golic, Jr. (American football player) he was born in 28/09/1989
- Christina Foggie (American basketball player) she was born in 05/03/1992
- Toyelle Wilson (American basketball coach) she was born in 29/10/1981
- Lauren Schmetterling (American rower) she was born in 03/08/1988
- Kelsi Dahlia (American swimmer) she was born in 15/07/1994
- Devin Smeltzer (baseball player (1995-)) he was born in 07/09/1995
- Madison Tiernan (association football player) she was born in 03/07/1995
- Dawson McCartney (US association football player) he was born in 15/10/1998
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Voorhees, NJ. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 185758 | New Brunswick Theological Seminary | New Brunswick (NJ) | 08901-1107 |
Nearby Transit Stations (25)
Rail and bus stations connected to Voorhees, NJ. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| NBK | New Brunswick station | French and Albany Streets | RAIL |
| MET | Metropark station | 100 Middlesex-Essex Turnpike | RAIL |
| PJC | Princeton Junction station | 2 Wallace Road | RAIL |
| EWR | Newark Liberty International Airport | Newark Liberty International Airport | RAIL |
| TRE | Trenton Transit Center | 72 South Clinton Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Voorhees.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| North Brunswick Post Office | North Brunswick (NJ) | 08902 |
Other cities in Somerset County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Somerset County , NJ.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough | 40,105 | Township in Somerset county, New Jersey |
| Montgomery | 23,094 | Township in Somerset County, New Jersey |
| North Plainfield | 21,246 | Borough in Somerset County, New Jersey |
| Somerville | 12,157 | Borough in Somerset County, New Jersey |
| Bound Brook | 10,159 | Borough in Somerset County, New Jersey |
| Manville | 10,046 | Borough in Somerset County, New Jersey |
| Bedminster | 7,949 | Township of New Jersey |
| Raritan | 7,748 | Borough in Somerset County, New Jersey |
| Bernardsville | 7,556 | Borough in New Jersey, United States |
| Watchung | 6,007 | Borough in Somerset County, New Jersey, United States |
| South Bound Brook | 4,518 | Borough in Somerset County, New Jersey |
| Peapack | 2,086 | Human settlement in Somerset County, New Jersey, United States of America |
| Far Hills | 901 | Borough in Somerset County, New Jersey |
| Rocky Hill | 666 | Borough in Somerset County, New Jersey |
Distance to Other Cities
Voorhees distances to largest New Jersey cities