In 2005, this city had a population of 73,543 within its 24 square miles. It's home to over 4,000 businesses and is packed with 49 parks and recreational areas. The per capita income was $38,666 in 2005.
Job opportunities in and around Cherry Hill are diverse. Its healthcare and hospitality industries are expanding, as are technology companies, financial institutions and manufacturing plants. A longtime commercial center, Cherry Hill's major employers include:
- Suburu of America, Inc.
- Lockheed Marin
- Commerce Bancorp
- Melitta Coffee
- Pinnacle Foods Corp (the makers of Duncan Hines, Vlasic, and more)
Cherry Hill community leaders are working to purchase the area's open space in order to prevent overdevelopment and maintain environmental balance. Cherry Hill provides award-winning public schools. Nearby colleges and universities offer countless educational and career opportunities. Both Money and Philadelphia magazines recently named Cherry Hill, New Jersey as one of the best places to live in the U.S.
Sources:
- Cherry Hill Township
- US Census, Cherry Hill, NJ
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