Pennington, NJ is a small town located in Mercer County with a population of 2,777 and a population density of 2,713 people per square mile. The town lies along the Raritan River and offers year-round outdoor activities such as kayaking, fishing, and hiking. There are many local businesses that contribute to the economy of Pennington including Gallery on Main Street which focuses on art and jewelry from local artists, Pennington Quality Market which has been providing fresh produce to the community since 1877, Mill Creek Farm which offers organic vegetables and meats cooked in an on-site kitchen, as well as the historic Pennington Bagel shop where you can find freshly made bagels every morning. There are several organizations within the town such as The Pennington Library which provides educational opportunities with its diverse collection of books and resources for youth and adults alike. Local sporting events include The Pennington Firecracker 5K Run/Walk which is held annually every Fourth of July to help raise funds for local charities. With its small-town charm and variety of activities available for both residents and visitors alike, it’s easy to see why so many people call Pennington home.
The population in Pennington is 2,777. There are 2,890 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Pennington is 47.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Pennington is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Pennington
- 67.2% are married
- 7.4% are divorced
- 37.3% are married with children
- 8.8% have children, but are single
Race in Pennington
- 90.7% are White
- 2.2% are Black
- 1.8% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 3.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.8% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander