RANK #817 / 1001 NAT · #19 / 21 NJ · POP 467,805
1YR FORECAST: +1.4%
5YR OUTLOOK: +23%
Moorestown, a notable town within Burlington County, New Jersey, stands out for its historic charm, tree-lined streets, and highly-rated public schools. Located in South Jersey, the county borders the Delaware River and extends towards the Pine Barrens, offering a mix of suburban and natural landscapes. Commute times to Philadelphia typically range from 20 to 45 minutes, with public bus and regional rail services available. The community offers a blend of historic sites, such as Historic Smithville Park, and extensive outdoor recreation opportunities, including numerous county and state parks with hiking, biking, and water access.
Life in Burlington County often appeals to families and those seeking a balance between suburban tranquility and access to urban amenities. The county's public schools are generally above average, with districts like Moorestown Township Public School District receiving high ratings. The economy is diverse, with steady employment in sectors such as healthcare, education, and logistics. Recent economic developments include efforts to revitalize historic towns through initiatives like Urban Enterprise Zones, aiming to attract new businesses and create job opportunities.
Burlington County is one of 110 U.S. counties in this market profile — weaker than typical on the BoomTown Index. Within this cohort, its recent home-price change of +2.6% matches the profile's typical +2.4%.
See all 110 Educated Suburban Growth counties →Overvalued relative to economy
Below-average climate & terrain
Below national median (15x)
Housing looks overvalued at 10.5x — home prices are high relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Estimated local headcount ranges. Larger employers shown as floor + "+"; smaller employers show exact counts where reported.
Bars show trailing 12-month growth. The dashed Forecast bars are the model's next-12-month projection; the whisker marks the ±1% range (cooling–accelerating).
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Source: CDC/NCHS vital statistics via County Health Rankings (2020–2022 avg). Rates per 100,000 population. Grade based on homicide rate relative to national average (~6.3). Learn more →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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PSEG Electric Substations (8 new)
PSEG
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$500M | Planned |
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Virtua Health System Projects
Virtua Health
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$400M | Under Construction |
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Burlington County Connect Broadband Initiative
Burlington County
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$260M | Proposed |
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NJ Department of Transportation Projects
NJDOT
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$120M | Planned |
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Amazon Fulfillment Center
Amazon
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$100M | Operating |
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Burlington County Resource Recovery Complex RNG Facility
South Jersey Industries & Opal Fuels
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$50M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 1001 counties.
The data is not encouraging — Burlington County scores just 18/100 on the Boom Town Index, ranking #817 of 1001 counties. Job growth at +1.2% and median household income of $108,111 reflect an economy that has been contracting or stagnating relative to the rest of the country.
Housing in Burlington County is roughly in line with national affordability norms. The median home costs $354,000 and the income-to-home-value ratio sits at 0.31, with rents averaging $1,745/month. Not a bargain, but not a stretch for most local earners either.
Burlington County is growing on multiple fronts. Population is up +0.8% year-over-year while employers added jobs at a +1.2% clip. Home values shifted +2.6% in the past year.
There's a moderate stream of newcomers. About 3.48% of residents moved from another state, which is above average and suggests Burlington County has appeal as a relocation destination — though it's not among the highest-inflow counties nationally.