English Creek, NJ

New Jersey · Atlantic County · Atlantic City-Hammonton Metro

English Creek is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 2,275. Residents earn $61,694 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0

B Good

2,275 Population 473/sq mi density

$61,694 Median Income $50,185 per capita

$284,800 Home Value $408,809 Zillow

55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr

223 Violent Crime/100K 3,098 property/100K

Overall

3.3 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.1 / 5.0

$61,694 median income, 1.4% unemployment

Affordability

4.1 / 5.0

$284,800 home value

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

223 violent crimes/100K (41% below avg)

B+

Education

3.8 / 5.0

35.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $61,694

18% lower than US avg

Home Value $284,800

1% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 223/100K

41% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 35.6%

6% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 27.7%

14% lower than US avg

Unemployment 1.4%

61% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.8%

29% lower than US avg

How English Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,275

Median Age61.9 yrs

Density473/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans17.2%

Economy

Median Income$61,694

Per Capita$50,185

Unemployment1.4%

Poverty8.8%

County GDP$19,423M

Commute24 min

Housing

Home Value$284,800

RentN/A

Ownership94.9%

Zillow$408,809

Housing Units1,137

Rent Burden19.7%

Crime

Violent223/100K

Property3,098/100K

Health

Obesity27.7%

Uninsured8.7%

Smoking11.1%

Depression18.1%

Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain46.0 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation38 ft (12 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.6%

High School+94.8%

Graduate+5.9%

School Score5.56

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%

Commute24 min

Broadband96.9%

EV Stations1

Libraries15

Is English Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, English Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. English Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in English Creek is $61,694, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in English Creek is $284,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in English Creek is below the national average at 223 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,098 per 100,000, 58% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

English Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 17.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

English Creek has a population of 2,275 with a density of 473 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age is 61.9 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.3% female and 53.7% male. The city is predominantly White (90.5%), with 1.8% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.1% of residents. 17.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 20.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 97.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,275

Total Population

473

People / sq mi

61.9yrs

Median Age

59% above US avg

4.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%

Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

English Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.1%

21% above US avg

Spanish 4.9%

63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

English Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in English Creek is $61,694, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,185 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,139, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,268 business establishments, including 830 restaurants. The cost of living index is 108.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 15.9% of workers work from home.

Income: English Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$61,694
	18% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$50,185
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,139
IRS Avg AGI	$70,837
Gini Index	0.478 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.4%
	61% below US avg
Poverty Rate	8.8%
	29% below US avg
Establishments (County)	7,268
County GDP	$19,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants	830
Healthcare	802
Retail	1,005
Manufacturing	120

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,412
	140% above US avg
Cost of Living	108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.8 min
Drive Alone	78.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.9%

Walkability

The median home value in English Creek is $284,800, 1% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $408,809, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $1,759 for a one-bedroom to $2,132 for a two-bedroom apartment. 94.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,137 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2004. The average annual property tax is $8,412 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 19.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$284,800
	1% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$408,809
Median List Price	$568,700

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$568,700
$/Sq Ft	$142
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.0%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	8

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	19.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,599
1 Bedroom	$1,759
2 Bedrooms	$2,132
3 Bedrooms	$2,658
4 Bedrooms	$3,005

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	94.9%
Owner-Occupied	94.9%
Renter-Occupied	5.1%
Housing Units	1,137
Median Year Built	2004

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,412
	140% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.95%

In English Creek, 27.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.5% of residents, below the national average. 27.4% have high blood pressure. 11.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 19.2% report binge drinking. 20.5% are physically inactive, below the national average. 18.1% report depression. 16.3% experience frequent mental distress. 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,396. The dentist ratio is 1:1,671. 90.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: English Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	27.7%
	14% below US avg
Diabetes	7.8%
Heart Disease	4.5%
High Blood Pressure	27.4%
Asthma	9.3%
COPD	4.5%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.1%
	21% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.2%
Physical Inactivity	20.5%
Depression	18.1%
Mental Distress	16.3%
Physical Distress	11.0%
Short Sleep	36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.4%
Uninsured	8.7%
	1% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,396
Dentists	1:1,671
Mental Health	1:435
Checkup Rate	76.7%
Dental Visits	68.1%
Premature Death	10,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	90.6%
Healthcare Facilities	802

English Creek has a violent crime rate of 223 per 100,000 residents, 41% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,098 per 100,000, 58% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 34 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, English Creek receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: English Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	222.6/100K
	41% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	3,097.8/100K
	58% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	34
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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English Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 38 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	55.1°F
	2% above US avg
January Average	34°F (1°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	38 ft (12 m)
Area	4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²)
Population Density	473/sq mi
Coordinates	39.3785°N, 74.6503°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Atlantic County County
Nearest Airport	Atlantic City International (ACY) 7 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.0"

21% above US avg

Snowfall 17.4"

Wettest Month (Aug) 4.41"

Driest Month (Jun) 2.91"

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0381 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.00 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	7.3 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	93.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability	46.5 / 100
Community Resilience	83.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively High
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively Moderate
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Very High
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Very High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Very High

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.9 on May 24, 2024.

Apr 5, 2024	2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake	M4.8	147 km
Apr 5, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M3.7	146 km
Oct 23, 1990	3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey	M3.2	75 km
Aug 26, 2003	4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey	M3.1	142 km
Jan 9, 1992	4 km WNW of Robertsville, New Jersey	M3.1	113 km
May 24, 2024	6 km E of Califon, New Jersey	M2.9	149 km
Apr 27, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.9	146 km
Jul 1, 2009	3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey	M2.8	77 km
Jan 25, 2015	4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania	M2.6	110 km
Jul 5, 1996	2 km NW of Chester Heights, Pennsylvania	M2.6	93 km
Apr 5, 2024	6 km ESE of Califon, New Jersey	M2.6	146 km
Apr 10, 2024	5 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.6	147 km
Feb 26, 1993	2 km SW of Marlton, New Jersey	M2.5	61 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Arthur (2014, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2014	Arthur	Category 1	222 km
2012	Sandy	Category 2	174 km
2011	Irene	Category 1	145 km
2010	Earl	Category 1	291 km
1998	Bonnie	Category 1	299 km
1993	Emily	Category 3	267 km
1991	Bob	Category 3	152 km
1986	Charley	Category 1	225 km
1985	Gloria	Category 2	110 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

187 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 4 fatalities, 148 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Sep 1, 2021	EF3	61 km	0
Jul 29, 2021	EF3	89 km	0
Jul 21, 1983	EF3	45 km	0
Apr 28, 1961	EF3	85 km	0
Jun 24, 1960	EF3	100 km	0
Apr 1, 2023	EF2	98 km	0
Apr 1, 2023	EF2	92 km	0
Apr 1, 2023	EF2	89 km	0
Sep 1, 2021	EF2	95 km	1
Jul 29, 2021	EF2	57 km	0
Aug 4, 2020	EF2	79 km	0
Aug 4, 2020	EF2	83 km	0
Oct 31, 2019	EF2	95 km	0
Sep 28, 2004	EF2	88 km	0
Aug 20, 1999	EF2	39 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	89 km	0
Sep 27, 1993	EF2	96 km	0
Aug 21, 1993	EF2	32 km	0
Jul 31, 1992	EF2	85 km	0
Oct 18, 1990	EF2	91 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1895	HIGH BRIDGE, NJ	Earthquake	—	—	145 km
1840	PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA	Earthquake	—	—	66 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: GREENWOOD STATE FOREST (21,271 ac, 1995).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1995	GREENWOOD STATE FOREST	21,271	60 km
2007	WARREN GROVE	15,315	44 km
2022	MULLICA RIVER FIRE	13,082	35 km
1999	BASS RIVER	12,129	36 km
2019	SPRING HILL FIRE	8,182	49 km
2023	ALLEN ROAD	6,213	34 km
1992	FORKED RIVER MOUTAIN APR	5,093	62 km
1992	POWER PLANT	4,928	62 km
1992	UNNAMED	4,470	70 km
2024	TEA TIME HILL	4,444	46 km
2006	UNNAMED	3,780	38 km
2017	PENN SWAMP FIRE	3,587	33 km
2023	JIMMYS WATER HOLE	3,585	74 km
1989	SIMM PLACE	3,262	49 km
2002	UNNAMED	2,824	71 km
2007	ATSION	2,705	38 km
1992	FOUR MILE COLONY	2,647	54 km
1996	UNNAMED	2,625	34 km
2010	FORT DIX RANGE 1-14	2,615	71 km
1990	UNNAMED	2,367	45 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	34°F (1°C)	3.5 in	Coldest
February	35°F (2°C)	3.0 in
March	43°F (6°C)	4.0 in
April	52°F (11°C)	3.6 in
May	61°F (16°C)	3.4 in
June	70°F (21°C)	2.9 in	Driest
July	77°F (25°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	74°F (23°C)	4.4 in	Wettest
September	68°F (20°C)	3.2 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.0 in
November	47°F (9°C)	3.3 in
December	38°F (3°C)	3.4 in

English Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 34°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.4") and June the driest (2.9").

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English Creek is located in Atlantic County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 35.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 50.7% of the vote, a 3-point margin. 96.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 15 public libraries serving the community. 802 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%

D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	34
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	35.6%
	6% above US avg
High School+	94.8%
Graduate Degree+	5.9%
School Test Score	5.56

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	473/sq mi
Total Area	4.8 sq mi
County	Atlantic County County

Services

Broadband Access	96.9%
Avg Download Speed	111.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	15.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	15
Healthcare Facilities	802
Restaurants	830
Retail Stores	1,005

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.8 min
Drive Alone	78.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.9%

Average costs for common services in English Creek. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$272 ($163–$435)
Specialist Visit	$381 ($218–$598)
Urgent Care Visit	$218 ($109–$381)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,394 ($870–$5,440)
Dental Cleaning	$141 ($82–$218)
Dental Filling	$272 ($163–$435)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$49 ($27–$82)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$82 ($54–$131)
Brake Pad Replacement	$326 ($163–$544)
Tire Rotation	$44 ($22–$82)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$653 ($435–$1,088)
Battery Replacement	$218 ($109–$381)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$109 ($65–$163)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$98 ($54–$152)
HVAC Repair	$435 ($163–$870)
HVAC System Install	$7,616 ($4,352–$13,056)
Roof Repair	$1,088 ($435–$2,176)
Roof Replacement	$9,792 ($5,984–$16,320)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,632 ($544–$3,808)
Divorce (Contested)	$16,320 ($5,440–$32,640)
DUI Defense	$5,440 ($2,176–$10,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,632 ($870–$3,264)
Will Preparation	$544 ($218–$1,088)
Trust Preparation	$2,720 ($1,088–$5,440)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$27 ($16–$49)
Women's Haircut	$60 ($33–$109)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$163 ($82–$272)
Manicure	$27 ($16–$49)
Pedicure	$44 ($27–$71)
Massage (1 Hour)	$87 ($54–$141)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.46 ($3.26–$5.98)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.81 ($2.72–$5.44)
Loaf of Bread	$4.13 ($2.72–$5.98)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.90 ($3.26–$7.07)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.98 ($4.35–$8.16)
Rice (per lb)	$1.09 ($0.65–$1.96)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$152 ($87–$272)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$76 ($33–$163)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$76 ($44–$131)
Internet (Monthly)	$76 ($44–$109)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$71 ($33–$109)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$92 ($54–$163)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$218 ($82–$544)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,176 ($1,306–$3,808)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$76 ($33–$141)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.70–$27)
Car Registration (Annual)	$109 ($33–$272)
Driver's License Renewal	$33 ($16–$82)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,306 ($653–$2,720)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,088 ($544–$2,176)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$435 ($218–$762)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$54 ($27–$109)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,088 ($435–$2,720)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,600 ($5,440–$32,640)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$65 ($33–$109)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$109 ($54–$218)
Dog Grooming	$65 ($33–$109)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$44 ($22–$82)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$326 ($163–$544)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$218 ($109–$435)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,241
Toddler	$1,204
Preschool	$1,204
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$780
Toddler	$802
Preschool	$751

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Atlantic County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services	34,657	826	$41,243	3.05
Health Care & Social Assistance	19,875	1,569	$67,445	1.11
Retail Trade	14,634	895	$39,805	1.17
Construction	5,454	687	$80,942	0.83
Administrative & Waste Services	5,067	432	$47,987	0.69
Professional & Technical Services	4,206	535	$103,767	0.48
Other Services	3,592	583	$38,397	0.95
Arts & Entertainment	3,173	135	$47,833	1.51
Wholesale Trade	2,206	157	$70,470	0.45
Finance & Insurance	2,101	216	$98,598	0.41
Transportation & Warehousing	1,780	113	$62,180	0.34
Management of Companies	1,336	28	$122,598	0.63
Real Estate	1,245	224	$55,588	0.64
Utilities	883	20	$127,376	1.86
Educational Services	675	68	$38,730	0.26

Schools in English Creek

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Egg Harbor Township High School	High	2,335	199	11.7:1
Swift-Slaybaugh Complex	Elementary	1,421	92	15.4:1

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Radio Stations near English Creek

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WCFA 101.5 Cape May	—	MP3 152 kbps
WKOE - Coast Country 106.3	country, country music	AAC
103.7 WMGM	rock	MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near English Creek

92 national parks and monuments found near English Creek.

Park	Type	Fee
3 Forts Ferry	State Park	Free
Abbott Marshland	State Park	Free
Alapocas Run State Park	State Park	Free
Allaire State Park	State Park	Free
Allaire State Park	State Park	Free
Angola Neck Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Angola Neck Preserve	State Park	Free
Assawoman Canal	State Park	Free
Assawoman Canal	State Park	Free
Barnegat	State Park	Free
Barnegat Lighthouse State Park	State Park	Free
Barnes Woods Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Beach Plum Island Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Bellevue State Park	State Park	Free
Benjamin Rush State Park	State Park	Free
Bethany Beach Canal	State Park	Free
Brandywine Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Brandywine Park	State Park	Free
Camp Zehnder	State Park	Free
Cape Henlopen State Park	State Park	Free
Cape Henlopen State Park	State Park	Free
Cape May Point State Park	State Park	Free
Cedar Creek Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Corsons Inlet State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Canal State Park (David Library)	State Park	Free
Delaware Seashore State Park	State Park	Free
Doe Bridge Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Double Trouble State Park	State Park	Free
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Evansburg State Park	State Park	Free
Fenwick Island State Park	State Park	Free
First State National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Flint Woods Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Fork Branch Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Fort Delaware State Park	State Park	Free
Fort DuPont State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Dupont State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Mott State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Washington State Park	State Park	Free
Fox Point State Park	State Park	Free
Garrisons Lake Golf Club	State Park	Free
Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Great Egg Harbor River		Free
Great Marsh Preserve	State Park	Free
Great Sound State Park	State Park	Free
H. Fletcher Brown Park	State Park	Free
Hamilton Marsh State Park	State Park	Free
Hawk Island State Park	State Park	Free
Hobbs Property	State Park	Free
Holts Landing State Park	State Park	Free
Hudson Park - Deltech Replacement	State Park	Free
Independence National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$1
Island Beach State Park	State Park	Free
James Branch Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Killens Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Limited Practical Use Program	State Park	Free
Marian R. Okie Memorial Wildlife Preserve at Poplar Thicket	State Park	Free
Market Square	State Park	Free
Monmouth Battlefield State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Laurel State Park	State Park	Free
Murderkill River Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Neshaminy State Park	State Park	Free
New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve	National Reserve	Free
Palmyra Cove Nature Park	State Park	Free
Parvin State Park	State Park	Free
Port Penn Interpretive Center	State Park	Free
Port Penn Natural Area	State Park	Free
Port Penn Wetlands Trail	State Park	Free
Princeton Battlefield State Park	State Park	Free
Rancocas State Park	State Park	Free
Ridley Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Rocky Run Acquisition	State Park	Free
Rutgers Community Park	State Park	Free
Seal Island	State Park	Free
Sowbridge Branch Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Stow Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
The Cannery Lot	State Park	Free
The Cauffiel Estate	State Park	Free
The Cleaver House	State Park	Free
The Hubbs House	State Park	Free
Thompson Island Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Trap Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Tyler State Park	State Park	Free
unknown	State Park	Free
Valley Forge National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Washington Crossing	State Park	Free
Washington Crossing State Park	State Park	Free
Washington Crossing State Park	State Park	Free
Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Wilmington and Western Railroad	State Park	Free
Wilmington State Parks	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — English Creek

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2021	2,579	$70,625
2023	2,275	$61,694

Museums in English Creek

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
ATLANTIC CITY HISTORICAL WATERFRONT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6093482880	$1,043,406
NOYES MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		6096528848	$679,915
LUCY THE MARGATE ELEPHANT	GENERAL MUSEUM		6098236473	$327,874
MUSEUM OF JEWISH HISTORY OF WOODBINE	GENERAL MUSEUM		6098615355	$160,291
ATLANTIC COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099275218	$99,216
DR RITA C SCHIAVO MEMORIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$64,732
OCEAN CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		6093991801	$64,239
AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY	HISTORY MUSEUM		6093506662	$45,885
JERSEY SHORE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	116 LIGHTHOUSE LN	6096457741	$30,560
EGG HARBOR HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099659073	$30,045
LONGPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM AND LIBRARY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6098231115	$22,198
ABSECON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	100 NEW JERSEY AVENUE	6095699000	$7,324
ATLANTIC CITY BOARDWALK HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$5,252
ATLANTIC COUNTY WOMANS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM			$2,711
CITIZENS FOR STRATHMERE & WHALE BEACH	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2674403000	$550
VENTNOR CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$237
ATLANTIC CAPE ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6096251111
ATLANTIC CITY AFRICAN AMERICAN EXPERIENCE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
ATLANTIC CITY COASTAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
ATLANTIC CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	NEW JERSEY AVENUE & THE BOARDWALK	6093475839
CITIZENS FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DENNIS TOWNSHIP SCHOOLHOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	DENNISVILLE	6098611899
HISTORICAL PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6093905656
HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY OF UPPER TOWNSHIP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6093905656
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF ESTELL MANOR NEW JERSEY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	134 CAPE MAY AVE	6094762884
LINWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099278293
MARGATE CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6098236546
MARGATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSEUM OF WOODBINE HERITAGE	GENERAL MUSEUM		6098615355
NEW JERSEY WAR VETERANS MUSEUM & EDUCATION CENTER A NONPROFIT	GENERAL MUSEUM
NORTHFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OCEAN CITY ROWING & ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION	GENERAL MUSEUM	520 BAY AVENUE	6098149070
PORT REPUBLIC HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6096521352
SEA ISLE CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6092632992
SHORELINE RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOMERS MANSION HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099272212
SOMERS POINT HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099272900
SOMERS POINT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	745 SHORE RD	6099272900
STOCKTON COLLEGE ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6096521776
TOWNSHIP OF HAMILTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099090272
VETERANS UNITED MILITARY MEMORIAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6098129224
WILDWOOD CREST HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6099278002

Libraries in English Creek

Name	Address	Annual Visits
ATLANTIC COUNTY LIBRARY	40 FARRAGUT AVENUE	822,750
ATLANTIC CITY FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	1 N. TENNESSEE AVENUE	586,625
OCEAN CITY FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	1735 SIMPSON AVENUE	304,029
MARGATE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY	8100 ATLANTIC AVENUE	131,999
OTTO BRUYNS PUBLIC LIBRARY	241 W. MILL ROAD	32,892
LINWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY	301 DAVIS AVENUE	28,952
ABSECON PUBLIC LIBRARY	305 NEW JERSEY AVENUE	21,275
BASS RIVER COMMUNITY LIBRARY	11 NORTH MAPLE AVENUE	10,391

Farmers Markets in English Creek

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Atlantic City Farmers' Market	1200 Atlantic Avenue between North & South Carolina Avenues	July to October	Thu:10:00 am - 4:00 pm;Sat:10:00 am - 4:00 pm;		Visit
Jersey Fresh Farmers Market	Smithville on The Village Green
margate community market	9700 amherst ave				Visit
Ocean City, NJ Farmers & Crafters Market	6th Street & Asbury Avenue	06/27/2018 to 09/05/2018	Wed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Ventnor International Farmers Market	6415 Atlantic Ave. and Newport Ave.	June to September	Wed:3:00 PM - 7:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Woodbine Farmers Market	Rt. 550

Breweries in English Creek

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Bootleggers Liquor Outlet	Liquor Store, Brewery	200 Tilton Rd	6094849463	Visit
Christi's Bar and Restaurant	Restaurant, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Family Style Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants	6415 Delilah Rd	6093832700
Gourmet Liquor	Brewery, Liquor Store	319 S Pitney Rd
O C Brewery	Brewers	100 Asbury Ave	6098406017
Planned Parenthood	Sub-lessors of real estate, Home, Health Clinics, Atlantic City, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Family Plann	2922 Atlantic Ave	6094287528, 6093454290
Souzai Sushi and Sake	Sushi Restaurant, Brewery, and African Restaurant	1 Atlantic Ocean	6093484443	Visit
Stromfield Tuckahoe Brewing	Brewers	3092 English Creek Ave	6096452739
Tuckahoe Brewery	Breweries, Food & Drink	9 Stoney Ct	6098275375
Tuckahoe Brewing Co.	Brewery	3902 English Creek Ave	6098275375

Daycare Centers in English Creek

4 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
ATLANTIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 391 ZION ROAD	RELIGIOUS FACILITY — CHILD CARE CENTER	NOT AVAILABLE	OPEN
SOLID ROCK COMMUNITY KIDS CARE 1140 OCEAN HEIGHTS AVENUE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	NOT AVAILABLE	OPEN
SWIFT DRIVE COMPLEX 11 SWIFT DRIVE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	NOT AVAILABLE	OPEN
THE WONDER YEARS DAY CARE CENTER 2155 OCEAN HEIGHTS AVE	CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER	NOT AVAILABLE	OPEN

Cell Towers in English Creek

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1100 HAMBURG RD (64675)	GTOWER	154
State Rote (50), 1.5 Miles South of County Route (557) near Buck Hill Road	TOWER	152
(Atlantic City site) 1701 ABSECON BLVD (010111)	TOWER	110
FARLEY PLAZA MILE POST 21	TOWER	91
215 S. Shore Drive	TOWER	75
141 Old Republic Road (26115)	MTOWER	59
1984 ROUTE 47 (64704)	MTOWER	58
70 Tuckahoe Road (110592)	LTOWER	58
104 Dixon Road (110462)	LTOWER	50
3220 Whitehorse Pike (113498)	MTOWER	49
116 BLAKES LANE (64692)	MTOWER	48

Bridges in English Creek

Location	Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
	Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1914	34	3,907	P
	Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2015	70	2,507	G

Amtrak Stations in English Creek

4 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Absecon, NJ	Shore Road and Ohio Avenue	TRAIN
Atlantic City, NJ	1901 Atlantic Avenue	BUS
Atlantic City, NJ	1 Atlantic City Expressway	TRAIN
Egg Harbor City, NJ	South Philadelphia Avenue & Atlantic Avenue	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near English Creek

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ATLANTIC CITY ELECTRIC ATLANTIC REGIONAL OPERATIONS	5100 HARDING HIGHWAY	ATLANTIC

Airports Near English Creek

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Philadelphia International Airport	PHL	Large Airport
Atlantic City International Airport	ACY	Medium Airport
Cape May County Airport	WWD	Medium Airport
Lakehurst Maxfield Field Airport	NEL	Medium Airport
Mc Guire Air Force Base	WRI	Medium Airport
Millville Municipal Airport	MIV	Medium Airport
Northeast Philadelphia Airport	PNE	Medium Airport
Allen Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Alliance Airport	—	Small Airport
B J Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Blews Airport	—	Small Airport
Bucks Airport	—	Small Airport
Coombs Airport	—	Small Airport
Coyle Field	—	Small Airport
Cross Keys Airport	—	Small Airport
Dave's Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Delaware Coastal Airport	GED	Small Airport
Dix Field	—	Small Airport
Eagle Crest-Hudson Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagles Nest Airport	—	Small Airport
Emmanuel Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying W Airport	—	Small Airport
Free Spirit Airport	—	Small Airport
Halka Nurseries Airport	—	Small Airport
Hammonton Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Hidden Acres Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Hollingshead Airport	—	Small Airport
Ideal Mfg Corp Airport	—	Small Airport
Inductotherm Airport	—	Small Airport
Kroelinger Airport	—	Small Airport
Lakewood Airport	—	Small Airport
Li Calzi Airport	—	Small Airport
Murphy's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Ocean City Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Ocean County Airport	MJX	Small Airport
Ockel Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Paramount Airport	—	Small Airport
Pemberton Airport	—	Small Airport
Pine Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Red Lion Airport	—	Small Airport
Redwing Airport	—	Small Airport
South Jersey Regional Airport	LLY	Small Airport
Southern Cross Airport	—	Small Airport
Spitfire Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Strawberry Fields Airport	—	Small Airport
Thomas Browne Airpark	—	Small Airport
Var-Sky Airport	—	Small Airport
Vineland-Downtown Airport	—	Small Airport
Warren Grove Range Airport	—	Small Airport
Wide Sky Airpark	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in English Creek

17 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Absecon Police Dept
Atlantic City Beach Patrol
Atlantic City Expressway Station	Atlantic City Expressway
Atlantic City Police Department	2715 Atlantic Avenue
Atlantic City Police Department - Boardwalk Station
Avalon Station
City Hall & Police Station
Egg Harbor Township Police Department	3515 Bargaintown Road
Galloway Township Police Department
Linwood Police Department
Longport Police Department	2305 Atlantic Avenue
Margate City Police Department
New Jersey State Police Atlantic City
NJSP Troop D Galloway Barracks
Ocean City Police Department	835 Central Avenue
Stockton Campus Police
U - Campus Security

Grocery Stores in English Creek

2 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar General 22049	Other	1181 Ocean Heights Ave
WAWA 969	Convenience Store	5100 English Creek Ave

Treatment Centers in English Creek

13 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Acenda Counseling and Wellness Centers	Mental Health	844-422-3632
Atlantic Prevention Resources Inc	Substance Abuse	609-272-0964 x19
Atlanticare Behavioral Health Services - Adult and Adult Acute Partial Services	Mental Health	609-404-0648 x104
Atlanticare Behavorial Health	Both	609-348-1161
Atlanticare Regional Medical Center - Pychiatric Intervention Program	Mental Health	609-572-8510
Eleanor Health - Galloway	Both	609-232-7961
Enlightened Solutions Detox LLC	Substance Abuse	609-798-0859
John Brooks Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	609-345-2020
John Brooks Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	609-345-2020
Legacy Treatment Services - Northfield Outpatient Department	Both	800-433-7365
Pain Specialists PA	Substance Abuse	609-645-8884
Recovery Centers of America - Lighthouse Inpatient	Substance Abuse	609-782-0005
Recovery Centers of America - Lighthouse Mays Landing Outpatient	Substance Abuse	855-401-9913

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Frequently Asked Questions About English Creek

What is the population of English Creek?

English Creek has a population of 2,275 residents and is located in New Jersey. The population density is 473 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.3% female and 53.7% male.

Is English Creek expensive to live in?

English Creek is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 108.8 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $61,694, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $284,800 (1% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is English Creek safe?

English Creek is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 223 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,098 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, English Creek receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in English Creek?

English Creek has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.0 inches, with 17.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in English Creek?

The job market in English Creek is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,139. There are 7,268 business establishments in the area, including 830 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 15.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in English Creek?

The median home value in English Creek is $284,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $408,809. The homeownership rate is 94.9%. The average annual property tax is $8,412.

How are the schools in English Creek?

Schools in English Creek score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 35.6% of adults in English Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is English Creek?

The obesity rate in English Creek is 27.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.1% of adults are smokers. 20.5% are physically inactive. 18.1% of residents report depression. 8.7% lack health insurance. 90.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,396.

What is transportation like in English Creek?

The average commute in English Creek is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of English Creek?

The racial and ethnic makeup of English Creek is 90.5% White, 1.8% Hispanic or Latino. 95.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.9% speak Spanish. 17.2% of the population are military veterans. 20.2% of residents have a disability. 97.4% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Bargaintown, NJ 5,231 pop · 3.3 mi McKee City, NJ 10,843 pop · 4.5 mi Somers Point, NJ 10,461 pop · 4.8 mi Linwood, NJ 6,954 pop · 4.9 mi Northfield, NJ 8,427 pop · 5.2 mi Mays Landing, NJ 6,178 pop · 5.9 mi Estell Manor, NJ 1,612 pop · 6.9 mi Beesleys Point, NJ 1,476 pop · 7.1 mi Pleasantville, NJ 20,604 pop · 7.3 mi Ocean City, NJ 11,260 pop · 8.0 mi Pomona, NJ 8,141 pop · 8.2 mi Cologne, NJ 1,023 pop · 8.2 mi Marmora, NJ 2,011 pop · 8.3 mi Margate City, NJ 5,260 pop · 8.3 mi

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People 10/10

Economy 13/13

Housing 12/17

Health 25/26

Crime & Safety 3/12

Climate & Environment 17/19

Community 14/14

Cost of Services 3/3

Historical Trends 3/3

Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 17/32

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