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70-654: Pennsauken Creek drains 33 square miles (85 km) of southwestern Burlington County and northern Camden County and joins the Delaware River near Palmyra . The North Branch of the Pennsauken is in Burlington County, while the South Branch forms the boundary between Burlington and Camden counties. The tide affects the 3.8-mile (6.1 km) main stem and the first few miles up the branches. Both

140-490: A Native American village in the area. The Pensauken Formation is named after exposures of unconsolidated sediment at the mouth of the creek. 39°59′26″N 75°03′16″W  /  39.990668°N 75.054339°W  / 39.990668; -75.054339 Palmyra, New Jersey Palmyra is a borough in Burlington County , in the U.S. state of New Jersey . As of the 2020 United States census ,

210-443: A female householder with no husband present and 38.6% were non-families. Of all households, 31.5% were made up of individuals and 9.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 2.97. 19.5% of the population were under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 28.6% from 25 to 44, 31.3% from 45 to 64, and 13.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age

280-474: A female householder with no husband present, and 38.3% were non-families. 32.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 3.02. In the borough the population was spread out, with 22.3% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 33.5% from 25 to 44, 23.7% from 45 to 64, and 13.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age

350-483: A partisan basis as part of the November general election. A mayor is elected directly by the voters to a four-year term of office. The borough council includes six members elected to serve three-year terms on a staggered basis, with two seats coming up for election each year in a three-year cycle. The borough form of government used by Palmyra is a " weak mayor / strong council" government in which council members act as

420-541: A playhouse within the township. Additionally, Cinnaminson facilitates an all-ages regional chorus and wind ensemble. Since 1900, Cinnaminson has been home to the Riverton Country Club, a country club and golf course designed by Donald Ross . Cinnaminson Township is governed under the Township form of New Jersey municipal government, one of 141 municipalities (of the 564) statewide that use this form,

490-795: A staggered basis, with either one or two seats coming up for election each year; at an annual reorganization meeting, the board selects a director and deputy director from among its members to serve a one-year term. As of 2024 , Burlington County's Commissioners are: Director Felicia Hopson ( D , Willingboro Township , 2024), Tom Pullion (D, Edgewater Park , 2026), Allison Eckel (D, Medford , 2025), Deputy Director Daniel J. O'Connell (D, Delran Township , 2024) and Balvir Singh (D, Burlington Township , 2026). Burlington County's Constitutional Officers are: Clerk Joanne Schwartz (D, Southampton Township , 2028) Sheriff James H. Kostoplis (D, Bordentown , 2025) and Surrogate Brian J. Carlin (D, Burlington Township, 2026). As of March 2011, there were

560-795: A staggered basis, with either one or two seats coming up for election each year; at an annual reorganization meeting, the board selects a director and deputy director from among its members to serve a one-year term. As of 2024 , Burlington County's Commissioners are: Director Felicia Hopson ( D , Willingboro Township , 2024), Tom Pullion (D, Edgewater Park , 2026), Allison Eckel (D, Medford , 2025), Deputy Director Daniel J. O'Connell (D, Delran Township , 2024) and Balvir Singh (D, Burlington Township , 2026). Burlington County's Constitutional Officers are: Clerk Joanne Schwartz (D, Southampton Township , 2028) Sheriff James H. Kostoplis (D, Bordentown , 2025) and Surrogate Brian J. Carlin (D, Burlington Township, 2026). As of March 2011, there were

630-643: A total of 10,724 registered voters in Cinnnaminson Township, of which 3,191 (29.8% vs. 33.3% countywide) were registered as Democrats , 3,159 (29.5% vs. 23.9%) were registered as Republicans and 4,369 (40.7% vs. 42.8%) were registered as Unaffiliated . There were 5 voters registered as Libertarians or Greens . Among the township's 2010 Census population, 68.9% (vs. 61.7% in Burlington County) were registered to vote, including 88.6% of those ages 18 and over (vs. 80.3% countywide). In

700-539: A total of 4,736 registered voters in Palmyra, of which 1,864 (39.4% vs. 33.3% countywide) were registered as Democrats , 972 (20.5% vs. 23.9%) were registered as Republicans and 1,892 (39.9% vs. 42.8%) were registered as Unaffiliated . There were 8 voters registered as Libertarians or Greens . Among the borough's 2010 Census population, 64.0% (vs. 61.7% in Burlington County) were registered to vote, including 79.6% of those ages 18 and over (vs. 80.3% countywide). In

770-405: A turnout of 76.9% (vs. 78.8% in the whole county). In the 2013 gubernatorial election , Republican Chris Christie received 1,327 votes here (57.6% vs. 61.4% countywide), ahead of Democrat Barbara Buono with 879 votes (38.2% vs. 35.8%) and other candidates with 41 votes (1.8% vs. 1.2%), among the 2,304 ballots cast by the borough's 4,902 registered voters, yielding a 47.0% turnout (vs. 44.5% in

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840-409: A turnout of 81.8% (vs. 78.8% in the whole county). In the 2013 gubernatorial election , Republican Chris Christie received 3,849 votes here (68.0% vs. 61.4% countywide), ahead of Democrat Barbara Buono with 1,666 votes (29.5% vs. 35.8%) and other candidates with 52 votes (0.9% vs. 1.2%), among the 5,657 ballots cast by the township's 11,392 registered voters, yielding a 49.7% turnout (vs. 44.5% in

910-483: Is Democrat Gina Ragomo Tait, whose term of office ends on December 31, 2023. Members of the Borough Council are Council President Timothy S. Howard (D, 2024), Laura Craig Cloud (D, 2023), Natashia Latimore (D, 2025), John Liebe (D, 2025), Michelle McCann (D, 2024) and Jessica O'Connor (D, 2023; appointed to serve an unexpired term). In February 2023, the borough council appointed Jessica O'Connor to fill

980-464: Is a program for gifted students from grades 2 through 8 who attend New Albany Elementary School, Eleanor Rush Intermediate School and Cinnaminson Middle School. The school district is governed by a nine-member elected board of education . The superintendent of schools is Stephen M. Cappello and the business administrator / board secretary is Melissa Livengood. Students from Cinnaminson Township, and from all of Burlington County, are eligible to attend

1050-611: Is home to several private schools. The historic Westfield Friends School , which serves students from Pre-K–8th grade, is a Quaker school founded in 1788. St. Charles Borromeo Parish School serves about 300 students in Pre-K–8th grade from several area communities, operating as part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Trenton . As of May 2010 , the township had a total of 80.63 miles (129.76 km) of roadways, of which 67.47 miles (108.58 km) were maintained by

1120-548: Is located in the 1st Congressional District and is part of New Jersey's 7th state legislative district. For the 118th United States Congress , New Jersey's 1st congressional district is represented by Donald Norcross ( D , Camden ). New Jersey is represented in the United States Senate by Democrats Cory Booker ( Newark , term ends 2027) and George Helmy ( Mountain Lakes , term ends 2024). For

1190-421: Is located in the 3rd Congressional District and is part of New Jersey's 7th state legislative district. For the 118th United States Congress , New Jersey's 3rd congressional district is represented by Andy Kim ( D , Moorestown ). New Jersey is represented in the United States Senate by Democrats Cory Booker ( Newark , term ends 2027) and George Helmy ( Mountain Lakes , term ends 2024). For

1260-673: Is located on East Broad Street. The station opened on March 15, 2004. Southbound service from the station is available to Camden , including a transfer to the PATCO Speedline available at the Walter Rand Transportation Center . Northbound service is available to the Trenton Rail Station with connections to NJ Transit trains to New York City , SEPTA trains to Philadelphia , and Amtrak trains. NJ Transit provides bus service in

1330-460: Is now Palmyra was part of Chester Township (now Maple Shade Township ), which was created in 1694 and was one of the original 104 townships in New Jersey incorporated in 1798. Palmyra became a part of Cinnaminson Township when that township was set off from Chester in 1860. Palmyra Township was set off from Cinnaminson in 1894, and Palmyra was incorporated as a borough in 1923. According to

1400-548: The 2000 United States census there were 14,595 people, 5,057 households, and 4,141 families residing in the township. The population density was 1,920.4 people per square mile (741.5 per km ). There were 5,147 housing units at an average density of 677.3 per square mile (261.5 per km ). The racial makeup of the township was 91.36% White , 5.08% African American , 0.16% Native American , 1.88% Asian , 0.01% Pacific Islander , 0.49% from other races , and 1.01% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.53% of

1470-606: The 2012 presidential election , Democrat Barack Obama received 2,308 votes here (62.7% vs. 58.1% countywide), ahead of Republican Mitt Romney with 1,287 votes (35.0% vs. 40.2%) and other candidates with 55 votes (1.5% vs. 1.0%), among the 3,679 ballots cast by the borough's 4,939 registered voters, for a turnout of 74.5% (vs. 74.5% in Burlington County). In the 2008 presidential election , Democrat Barack Obama received 2,429 votes here (62.5% vs. 58.4% countywide), ahead of Republican John McCain with 1,358 votes (35.0% vs. 39.9%) and other candidates with 64 votes (1.6% vs. 1.0%), among

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1540-608: The 2012 presidential election , Democrat Barack Obama received 4,391 votes here (49.9% vs. 58.1% countywide), ahead of Republican Mitt Romney with 4,283 votes (48.6% vs. 40.2%) and other candidates with 99 votes (1.1% vs. 1.0%), among the 8,807 ballots cast by the township's 11,261 registered voters, for a turnout of 78.2% (vs. 74.5% in Burlington County). In the 2008 presidential election , Democrat Barack Obama received 4,538 votes here (50.4% vs. 58.4% countywide), ahead of Republican John McCain with 4,315 votes (47.9% vs. 39.9%) and other candidates with 95 votes (1.1% vs. 1.0%), among

1610-530: The 2020 United States census , the township's population was 17,064, an increase of 1,495 (+9.6%) from the 2010 census count of 15,569, which in turn reflected an increase of 974 (+6.7%) from the 14,595 counted in the 2000 census . The township, and all of Burlington County, is a part of the Philadelphia - Reading - Camden combined statistical area and the Delaware Valley . Cinnaminson

1680-656: The 2024-2025 session , the 7th legislative district of the New Jersey Legislature is represented in the State Senate by Troy Singleton ( D , Palmyra ) and in the General Assembly by Herb Conaway (D, Moorestown ) and Carol A. Murphy (D, Mount Laurel ). Burlington County is governed by a Board of County Commissioners composed of five members who are chosen at-large in partisan elections to serve three-year terms of office on

1750-454: The 2024-2025 session , the 7th legislative district of the New Jersey Legislature is represented in the State Senate by Troy Singleton ( D , Palmyra ) and in the General Assembly by Herb Conaway (D, Moorestown ) and Carol A. Murphy (D, Mount Laurel ). Burlington County is governed by a Board of County Commissioners composed of five members who are chosen at-large in partisan elections to serve three-year terms of office on

1820-622: The Burlington County Institute of Technology , a countywide public school district that serves the vocational and technical education needs of students at the high school and post-secondary level at its campuses in Medford and Westampton . As of May 2010 , the borough had a total of 27.67 miles (44.53 km) of roadways, of which 23.04 miles (37.08 km) were maintained by the municipality, 3.11 miles (5.01 km) by Burlington County, 0.98 miles (1.58 km) by

1890-431: The Burlington County Institute of Technology , a countywide public school district that serves the vocational and technical education needs of students at the high school and post-secondary level at its campuses in Medford and Westampton . All costs associated with attending the school are paid by the home school district, which is also responsible for student transportation to and from the school. Cinnaminson Township

1960-761: The Delaware River in Pennsylvania . Cinnaminson includes within its boundaries the confluence point of longitude 75 degrees west and latitude 40 degrees north , one of only four such confluence points in New Jersey. The intersection point is on the 4th fairway of the Riverton Country Club Golf Course, less than 1 ⁄ 2 mile from the Municipal Building. Unincorporated communities , localities and place names located partially or completely within

2030-594: The Delaware River in Pennsylvania . The city is connected to the Tacony section of Philadelphia via Route 73 by the Tacony-Palmyra Bridge , which is named for the two communities connected by the bridge. The bridge was completed in 1929 at a cost of $ 4 million. In 1999, a 250-acre (100 ha) nature park, Palmyra Nature Cove, was opened along the banks of the Delaware which borders Palmyra on

2100-619: The New Jersey Department of Transportation and 0.54 miles (0.87 km) by the Burlington County Bridge Commission . Route 73 traverses the borough, connecting to the Burlington County Bridge Commission -operated Tacony-Palmyra Bridge at the roadway's northern terminus and interchanging with County Route 543 , most of which is called Broad Street within Palmyra. The Palmyra station on NJ Transit 's River Line light rail system

2170-414: The New Jersey Legislature on April 19, 1894, from portions of Cinnaminson Township and Riverton . On February 20, 1923, Palmyra was reincorporated as a borough. The area that is now Palmyra was settled in the late 17th century by Swedes , marking the northernmost border of New Sweden . A farmhouse built in 1761 by the third generation of settlers still remains as the oldest house in Palmyra. Farming

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2240-534: The PATCO Speedline ) and northbound service to the Trenton Transit Center with connections to NJ Transit trains to New York City , SEPTA trains to Philadelphia , and Amtrak trains. NJ Transit provides bus service on the 409 and 417 route between Trenton and Philadelphia , and on the 419 route between Camden and Burlington . BurLink bus service is offered on the B9 route (between

2310-638: The United States Census Bureau , the borough had a total area of 2.54 square miles (6.58 km ), including 1.85 square miles (4.79 km ) of land and 0.69 square miles (1.79 km ) of water (27.28%). Unincorporated communities , localities and place names located partially or completely within the borough include West Palmyra. The borough borders Cinnaminson Township and Riverton in Burlington County; Pennsauken Township in Camden County ; and Philadelphia , across

2380-440: The United States Census Bureau , the township had a total area of 7.95 square miles (20.60 km ), including 7.42 square miles (19.23 km ) of land and 0.53 square miles (1.37 km ) of water (6.64%). The township borders the municipalities of Delran Township , Maple Shade Township , Moorestown Township , Palmyra and Riverton in Burlington County; Pennsauken Township in Camden County ; and Philadelphia across

2450-403: The poverty line , including 7.2% of those under age 18 and 2.4% of those age 65 or over. Palmyra is governed under the borough form of New Jersey municipal government, which is used in 218 municipalities (of the 564) statewide, making it the most common form of government in New Jersey. The governing body is comprised of a mayor and a borough council, with all positions elected at-large on

2520-745: The 2022–23 school year, the district, comprised of three schools, had an enrollment of 1,032 students and 90.8 classroom teachers (on an FTE basis), for a student–teacher ratio of 11.4:1. Schools in the district (with 2022–23 enrollment from the National Center for Education Statistics ) are Palmyra Preschool serves students in PreK Charles Street Elementary School with 457 students in grades PreK-5 and Palmyra Middle School / Palmyra High School with 577 students in grades 6-12. Students from Palmyra, and from all of Burlington County, are eligible to attend

2590-436: The 3,884 ballots cast by the borough's 4,790 registered voters, for a turnout of 81.1% (vs. 80.0% in Burlington County). In the 2004 presidential election , Democrat John Kerry received 2,138 votes here (58.3% vs. 52.9% countywide), ahead of Republican George W. Bush with 1,448 votes (39.5% vs. 46.0%) and other candidates with 36 votes (1.0% vs. 0.8%), among the 3,667 ballots cast by the borough's 4,770 registered voters, for

2660-440: The 8,999 ballots cast by the township's 10,782 registered voters, for a turnout of 83.5% (vs. 80.0% in Burlington County). In the 2004 presidential election , Republican George W. Bush received 4,297 votes here (50.3% vs. 46.0% countywide), ahead of Democrat John Kerry with 4,122 votes (48.3% vs. 52.9%) and other candidates with 86 votes (1.0% vs. 0.8%), among the 8,535 ballots cast by the township's 10,435 registered voters, for

2730-522: The Camden and Amboy Railroad, who wanted to have a post office established in the community, convinced the railroad to change the name of the station in 1849 to Palmyra , which came from his love of ancient history. Palmyra was the name of an ancient trading center located in central Syria . The post office was established in 1851. Palmyra, along with Bordentown , Burlington , Moorestown Township , and Mount Holly Township , established its high school in

2800-519: The North and South branches are approximately 10 miles long. The Pennsauken Creek faces problems from agricultural and urban runoff , as well as wastewater treatment facilities. Landfills are also a source of contamination for the Pennsauken Creek, as well as industrial pollution near the mouth of the river's main stem. The name of the creek, "Pennsauken," most likely came from "Pemisoakin,"

2870-608: The Township Committee selects one of its members to serve as Mayor and another as Deputy Mayor. As of 2024 , members of the Cinnaminson Township Committee are Mayor Paul J. Conda ( R , term on committee and as mayor ends December 31, 2024), Deputy Mayor Stephanie Kravil (R, term on committee ends 2025; term as deputy mayor ends 2024), Ryan F. Horner (R, 2026), Ernest T. McGill (R, 2026) and Albert D. Segrest (R, 2024). Cinnaminson Township

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2940-406: The average family size was 3.18. In the township the population was spread out, with 24.5% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 24.9% from 25 to 44, 25.5% from 45 to 64, and 19.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 women, there were 95.3 men. For every 100 women age 18 and over, there were 91.7 men. The median income for a household in the township

3010-515: The borough council selected Bryan Norcross to fill the vacant seat expiring in December 2016 of Adam Nowicki, who had resigned from office the previous month. Gina Ragomo Tait was appointed in February 2013 to serve until the November general election, filling the seat of Council President Kenneth Brahl, who had resigned during the previous month due to work and education obligations. Palmyra

3080-420: The borough on the 419 route that runs between Camden and Burlington . People who were born in, residents of, or otherwise closely associated with Palmyra include: Cinnaminson Township, New Jersey Cinnaminson Township is a township in Burlington County , in the U.S. state of New Jersey . Cinnaminson Township borders the Delaware River , and is an eastern suburb of Philadelphia . As of

3150-511: The borough was $ 30,361 (+/− $ 2,319). About 6.5% of families and 7.6% of the population were below the poverty line , including 16.0% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over. As of the 2000 United States census there were 7,091 people, 3,004 households, and 1,853 families residing in the borough. The population density was 3,586.9 inhabitants per square mile (1,384.9/km ). There were 3,219 housing units at an average density of 1,628.3 per square mile (628.7/km ). The racial makeup of

3220-415: The borough was 80.99% White , 14.34% African American , 0.30% Native American , 1.40% Asian , 0.04% Pacific Islander , 1.41% from other races , and 1.52% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 3.23% of the population. There were 3,004 households, out of which 26.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.1% were married couples living together, 12.5% had

3290-418: The borough's population was 7,438, an increase of 40 (+0.5%) from the 2010 census count of 7,398, which in turn reflected an increase of 307 (+4.3%) from the 7,091 counted in the 2000 census . The borough, and all of Burlington County, is a part of the Philadelphia - Reading - Camden combined statistical area and the Delaware Valley . Palmyra was originally incorporated as a township by an act of

3360-847: The county). The Cinnaminson Township Public Schools serves students in pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade . As of the 2021–22 school year, the district, comprised of five schools, had an enrollment of 2,736 students and 226.1 classroom teachers (on an FTE basis), for a student–teacher ratio of 12.1:1. Schools in the district (with 2021–22) enrollment data from the National Center for Education Statistics are Cinnaminson Memorial School with 41 students in PreK, New Albany Elementary School with 584 students in grades PreK - 2, Eleanor Rush Intermediate School with 621 students in grades 3 - 5, Cinnaminson Middle School with 651 students in grades 6 - 8 and Cinnaminson High School with 822 students in grades 9 through 12. The Project Challenge program

3430-406: The county). The Palmyra Public Schools district serves students in pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade from Palmyra, along with those from Beverly and Riverton who attend the district's high school as part of sending/receiving relationships . Students from Beverly and Riverton attend the district's high school as part of sending/receiving relationships with both districts. As of

3500-423: The county). In the 2009 gubernatorial election , Democrat Jon Corzine received 1,166 ballots cast (50.2% vs. 44.5% countywide), ahead of Republican Chris Christie with 969 votes (41.7% vs. 47.7%), Independent Chris Daggett with 132 votes (5.7% vs. 4.8%) and other candidates with 32 votes (1.4% vs. 1.2%), among the 2,321 ballots cast by the borough's 4,859 registered voters, yielding a 47.8% turnout (vs. 44.9% in

3570-425: The county). In the 2009 gubernatorial election , Republican Chris Christie received 3,249 votes here (54.3% vs. 47.7% countywide), ahead of Democrat Jon Corzine with 2,308 votes (38.5% vs. 44.5%), Independent Chris Daggett with 321 votes (5.4% vs. 4.8%) and other candidates with 57 votes (1.0% vs. 1.2%), among the 5,988 ballots cast by the township's 10,806 registered voters, yielding a 55.4% turnout (vs. 44.9% in

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3640-403: The late 1890s, making it one of the oldest high schools in Burlington County and in New Jersey. The community was laid out in 1850, when Joseph Souder's land was broken up into building lots to pay his debts, with the street names matching those of Center City, Philadelphia —Market, Arch, Race, and Vine (from south to north), and Front Street and numbered streets from the Delaware River . What

3710-406: The legislative body with the mayor presiding at meetings and voting only in the event of a tie. The mayor can veto ordinances subject to an override by a two-thirds majority vote of the council. The mayor makes committee and liaison assignments for council members, and most appointments are made by the mayor with the advice and consent of the council. As of 2023 , the mayor of Palmyra Borough

3780-521: The municipality, 9.29 miles (14.95 km) by Burlington County and 3.87 miles (6.23 km) by the New Jersey Department of Transportation . Roads traveling through the township include Route 73 , Route 90 , U.S. Route 130 , and County Route 543 . The Cinnaminson station located on Broad Street offers southbound service on the River Line light rail system to Camden and the Walter Rand Transportation Center (with transfers available to

3850-432: The population were under the age of 18, 8.4% from 18 to 24, 20.1% from 25 to 44, 31.0% from 45 to 64, and 18.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44.5 years. For every 100 females, the population had 96.7 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older there were 94.2 males. The Census Bureau's 2006–2010 American Community Survey showed that (in 2010 inflation-adjusted dollars) median household income

3920-409: The population. There were 5,057 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.5% were married couples living together, 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.1% were non-families. 15.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.85 and

3990-418: The population. Of the 5,535 households, 31.1% had children under the age of 18; 66.2% were married couples living together; 8.5% had a female householder with no husband present and 21.4% were non-families. Of all households, 18.0% were made up of individuals and 10.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.79 and the average family size was 3.18. 22.2% of

4060-470: The seat expiring in December 2020 that was vacated by Gina Tait when she resigned her seat to take office as mayor the previous month. In February 2016, the borough council selected Edward Kearney from a list of three candidates nominated by the Republican municipal committee to fill the council seat expiring in December 2016 that became vacant when Michelle Arnold took office as mayor. In October 2015,

4130-463: The seat expiring in December 2023 that had been held by Brandon Allmond. In April 2022, the borough council selected Natashia Latimore from a list of three names nominated by the Democratic municipal committee to fill the seat expiring in December 2022 that had been held by Farrah Jenkins until she resigned from office the precious month. In February 2020, Laura Craig Cloud was sworn in to fill

4200-411: The second-most commonly used form of government in the state. The Township Committee is comprised of five members, who are elected directly by the voters at-large in partisan elections to serve three-year terms of office on a staggered basis, with either one or two seats coming up for election each year as part of the November general election in a three-year cycle. At an annual reorganization meeting,

4270-671: The township include Bellview, East Riverton, New Albany, North Pennsville, Parry, Taylor and Wrightsville. The 2010 United States census counted 15,569 people, 5,535 households, and 4,351 families in the township. The population density was 2,074.5 per square mile (801.0/km ). There were 5,758 housing units at an average density of 767.2 per square mile (296.2/km ). The racial makeup was 89.48% (13,931) White , 5.49% (855) Black or African American , 0.08% (13) Native American , 2.38% (370) Asian , 0.02% (3) Pacific Islander , 0.98% (153) from other races , and 1.57% (244) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.07% (478) of

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4340-536: The township of Chester having become so numerous that it is impracticable for them to meet with convenience and good order in one assembly... the Township shall be divided." The name "Cinnaminson" is said to derive from the Lenape Native American word "Senamensing," which means "sweet water". Alternatively, the name may derive from Native American words meaning "stone island". According to

4410-491: The west; in addition to serving as a bird sanctuary, the park offers educational programs for schools and hiking trails for walkers. The park is open from dawn to dusk; no pets or bicycles are allowed. The 2010 United States census counted 7,398 people, 3,156 households, and 1,938 families in the borough. The population density was 3,968.4 per square mile (1,532.2/km ). There were 3,392 housing units at an average density of 1,819.5 per square mile (702.5/km ). The racial makeup

4480-544: Was $ 68,474, and the median income for a family was $ 75,920. Men had a median income of $ 57,122 versus $ 41,286 for women. The per capita income for the township was $ 29,863. About 1.4% of families and 2.4% of the population were below the poverty line , including 2.0% of those under age 18 and 3.5% of those age 65 or over. Cinnaminson is home to the Burlington County Footlighters, a community theatre company founded in 1938 who perform regularly at

4550-423: Was $ 88,470 (with a margin of error of +/− $ 5,827) and the median family income was $ 98,579 (+/− $ 6,301). Males had a median income of $ 70,565 (+/− $ 7,423) versus $ 47,340 (+/− $ 3,291) for females. The per capita income for the borough was $ 37,104 (+/− $ 2,329). About 3.9% of families and 4.7% of the population were below the poverty line , including 5.6% of those under age 18 and 5.1% of those age 65 or over. As of

4620-414: Was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.8 males. The median income for a household in the borough was $ 51,150, and the median income for a family was $ 57,192. Males had a median income of $ 42,910 versus $ 31,445 for females. The per capita income for the borough was $ 23,454. About 2.2% of families and 4.2% of the population were below

4690-495: Was 41.0 years. For every 100 females, the population had 95.1 males. For every 100 females ages 18 and older there were 91.2 males. The Census Bureau's 2006–2010 American Community Survey showed that (in 2010 inflation-adjusted dollars) median household income was $ 61,990 (with a margin of error of +/− $ 3,744) and the median family income was $ 74,265 (+/− $ 6,025). Males had a median income of $ 53,295 (+/− $ 6,313) versus $ 48,417 (+/− $ 6,580) for females. The per capita income for

4760-422: Was 78.75% (5,826) White , 14.54% (1,076) Black or African American , 0.31% (23) Native American , 1.84% (136) Asian , 0.08% (6) Pacific Islander , 1.95% (144) from other races , and 2.53% (187) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino people of any race were 5.37% (397) of the population. Of the 3,156 households, 23.5% had children under the age of 18; 43.1% were married couples living together; 13.1% had

4830-445: Was incorporated as a township by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on March 15, 1860, from portions of Chester Township (now known as Maple Shade Township ). Portions of the township were taken to form Delran Township (February 12, 1880), Riverton (December 18, 1893) and Palmyra (April 19, 1894). Cinnaminson was formed by resolution in 1860 from a section of Chester Township. Part of this resolution reads, "The inhabitants of

4900-459: Was the primary use of land in Palmyra and the surrounding area until after the construction of the Camden and Amboy Railroad in 1834 with a station in the area, after which railroad workers built homes on lots they purchased along the railroad right of way. The community was originally known as Texas, but a local landowner, Isaiah Toy, a descendant of the original Swedish settlers and a stockholder in

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