Williamstown, NJ is a small suburban community located in Gloucester County. With a population of almost 15,000 and population density of 2,062 people per square mile, it has a cozy small town feel while still having all the conveniences of a larger city nearby. Local businesses in Williamstown include the Williamstown Shopping Center for retail needs and The Covenant Restaurant & Pub for delicious meals. Year-round outdoor activities include hiking the numerous trails in Wharton State Forest or canoeing through Baldpate Pond. Other local organizations include Williamstown Elementary School and the Williamstown Historical Society, which hosts many events throughout the year. For sports enthusiasts, check out one of the local sporting events at Eastern Regional High School or Gloucester Catholic High School.
The population in Williamstown is 14,947. There are 2,014 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Williamstown is 40.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Williamstown is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Williamstown
- 51.3% are married
- 11.3% are divorced
- 33.0% are married with children
- 16.3% have children, but are single
Race in Williamstown
- 77.5% are White
- 13.2% are Black
- 1.2% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 5.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander