Penns Grove New Jersey Map

About Penns Grove, New Jersey

Penns Grove is a locality in Salem County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,882. The population density is 2102.1 people per km². Penns Grove is located at 39.7296°N, 75.4680°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.

Penns Grove unfolds along the Delaware River's eastern bank, a place where the land gently slopes towards the broad, slate-colored water. It lies 4.3 miles east-south-east of Wilmington, DE (from Wilmington, DE: bearing 105°T), and is situated 9.9 miles south-south-west of Aston. The air here carries a distinct salinity, a damp whisper from the estuary, and the sky, often a pale, washed-out blue, can deepen to a dramatic bruised purple at dusk, reflecting on the river's surface. Fewer than ten miles from the rolling hills of the Piedmont, the terrain around Penns Grove is relatively flat, etched with the slow, deliberate paths of tidal creeks that snake inland, their muddy banks a rich, dark brown. The character of Penns Grove is one of quiet perseverance, a town that has seen its share of change, yet retains a grounded, unpretentious air. The history of Penns Grove is intertwined with the ebb and flow of industry and commerce along the Delaware. For generations, its economy was shaped by the river's bounty and the shipping that passed its shores, a legacy that can still be glimpsed in the weathered piers and the occasional abandoned warehouse. The presence of DuPont's sprawling facilities, a significant employer for many years, has left an indelible mark on the town's narrative and its physical landscape. While manufacturing has evolved, the spirit of enterprise persists, with a local economy that now balances manufacturing with service industries and a growing appreciation for its waterfront access. The nearby nature preserves, teeming with migratory birds, offer a counterpoint to the industrial past, a testament to the enduring natural beauty that surrounds Penns Grove.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Penns Grove, New Jersey with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Penns Grove and Salem County.

Detailed location data for Penns Grove includes the ZIP code (08069), telephone area code (856, 609), county seat of Salem County (Salem), and school district assignment (Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Penns Grove is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.