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Gloucester County

Gloucester County is growing strong as a hub for agriculture, commerce, and connectivity.

About Gloucester County

Gloucester County blends strong manufacturing, distribution, and healthcare sectors. It sits across the Delaware River from Philadelphia with transport options including the New Jersey Turnpike, I‑295, and PATCO connections. The county has seen strategic development at RiverWinds and Rowan University’s Glassboro campus. Historic towns like Clarksboro and Woodbury host growing small business districts, quality schools, and expanding residential neighborhoods.

Glouchester County Slide

Glouchester County Slide

Major Private Sector Employers

wdt_ID wdt_created_by wdt_created_at wdt_last_edited_by wdt_last_edited_at Company Industry
15 acoulter 01/09/2025 06:16 PM acoulter 03/10/2025 08:52 PM Paulsboro Refinery Energy
25 acoulter 01/09/2025 06:58 PM acoulter 02/09/2025 09:43 PM Rowan University Education
30 acoulter 01/09/2025 07:00 PM acoulter 15/10/2025 08:19 PM Johnson Matthey Inc Advanced Manufacturing
36 acoulter 03/10/2025 08:55 PM acoulter 03/10/2025 08:55 PM Inspira Life Sciences/Healthcare
37 acoulter 03/10/2025 09:01 PM acoulter 03/10/2025 09:01 PM Aryzta LA Brea Bakery Food and Beverage
38 acoulter 03/10/2025 09:02 PM acoulter 03/10/2025 09:02 PM Keller Williams Realty Real Estate
39 acoulter 03/10/2025 09:02 PM acoulter 03/10/2025 09:02 PM Honda (of Turnersville) Retail
40 acoulter 03/10/2025 09:03 PM acoulter 15/10/2025 08:20 PM GCB Bearing Tech Advanced Manufacturing
41 acoulter 03/10/2025 09:03 PM acoulter 15/10/2025 08:20 PM Checkpoint Systems Advanced Manufacturing
42 acoulter 03/10/2025 09:04 PM acoulter 03/10/2025 09:04 PM Jefferson Health Life Sciences/Healthcare

Source: ZoomInfo, 2025; Dunn & Bradstreet, 2023; CNJ Internal Research, 2023-2025.

Major Industries

Clean Energy

Clean Energy

Life Sciences

Life Sciences

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Gloucester County By the Numbers

Gloucester County By the Numbers

Largest Municipalities

A snapshot of the scale and market potential of key cities and townships in Gloucester County

49,391

Washington Township

37,853

Monroe Township

32,322

Deptford Township

22,463

West Deptford Township

20,786

Glassboro

16,568

Franklin Township

Source: U.S. Census July 2022

Demographics

A snapshot of Gloucester County’s diverse population

77.10%

White

10.70%

Black

7.80%

Hispanic (of all races)

3.10%

Asian

3.00%

Other

Source: JobsEQ using data from American Community Survey 2019-2023

Education Attainment

Levels of education acquired by Gloucester County residents

95.30%

High School Diploma

9.90%

Associates Degree

39.40%

Bachelor’s Degree

13.20%

Post-Graduate Studies

Source: JobsEQ using data from American Community Survey 2019-2023

Taxes

Understanding Gloucester County’s tax structure and rates

Corporate Income Tax

6.5% for > $0
7.5% for > $50,000
9.0% for > $100,000
11.5% for > $10,000,000

Personal Income Tax (For incomes above $1,000,000)

1.4%-10.75%

State Tax

6.625% Sales Tax

Gross Receipt Tax

None

Franchise Tax

None

Personal Property Tax

None

Real Property Tax

No state property tax

Fuel Tax per gallon of gasoline

41.4 cents

Institutes of Higher Education

wdt_ID wdt_created_by wdt_created_at wdt_last_edited_by wdt_last_edited_at Institution Name Type Undergrad Graduate
1 choosenjstg 21/08/2025 06:24 PM acoulter 02/09/2025 10:26 PM Rowan College at Gloucester County 2-Year 7,803 N/A
2 acoulter 02/09/2025 10:27 PM acoulter 02/09/2025 10:27 PM Rowan University 4-year 17,292 5,180

Source: Office of the Secretary of Higher Education (OSHE)

Infrastructure

Gloucester County is connected to the country and world through its nearby airports, seaports, and railways.

Infrastructure

Gloucester County is connected to the country and world through its nearby airports, seaports, and railways.

Use of Public Transport

1.70%

Use of Public Transport

Source: JobsEQ using data from American Community Survey 2019-2023

Commuter Rail Lines

0

Commuter Rail Lines

Source: NJ Transit

Distance to Ports

18 miles

(29.0 KM)
Camden Port

In County

In County
Paulsboro Port

County Resources

Gloucester County Chamber of Commerce

Gloucester County’s business membership organization dedicated to connecting local enterprises, advocating for growth, and fostering collaboration.

Gloucester County

Gloucester County’s government supporting economic development, business investment, and community advancement across the region.

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