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Mount Laurel is a township in Burlington County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2020 United States Census, the township had a total population of 42,499, making it the 16th most populous municipality in New Jersey. Mount Laurel has seen rapid growth in recent decades due to its proximity to Philadelphia and location along major highways.

History

The Lenni Lenape Native Americans were the original inhabitants of what is now Mount Laurel. The town was formally established in 1682 and originally included portions of several neighboring communities. Early settlers were predominantly Quakers. Mount Laurel was incorporated as a township in 1812. For most of its history, Mount Laurel was a quiet, agricultural community known for tree and flower nurseries.

The township underwent major changes starting in the 1970s as suburban residential and commercial development quickly transformed Mount Laurel from a rural area to a bedroom community. Mount Laurel was at the center of the landmark Mount Laurel fair housing legal cases, which prohibited exclusionary zoning and required municipalities to provide fair access to housing for poor and minority residents.

For more on the history of Mount Laurel, visit the Jacobs Farm Historical Society and the Mount Laurel Public Library.

Population

According to the 2020 census, Mount Laurel has a population of 42,499. This makes it the 16th most populous municipality in New Jersey. The racial makeup of the township is 62.7% White, 21.5% African American, 0.1% Native American, 11.2% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander, 1.6% from other races, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents of any race make up 5.5% of the population.

Mount Laurel has seen rapid population growth over the past several decades. Since the 1970 census, the population has increased by over 400%. Mount Laurel was mostly farmland until large scale housing developments were constructed starting in the 1970s. From 2000 to 2010 alone, the population grew 18.7%.

The median age is 37.7 years old. 24.5% of residents are under the age of 18; 7.5% are between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.9% are between 25 and 44; 27.6% are between 45 and 64; and 12.4% are 65 years of age or older. For every 100 females, there are 92.9 males. The average household size is 2.68 and the average family size is 3.21.

Economy

Mount Laurel has a thriving local economy with many major employers. According to the township's Department of Planning and Zoning, the top employers in Mount Laurel are:

• Vertex Pharmaceuticals (650 Fellowship Rd, Mt Laurel, NJ 08054, Phone: (856) 751-5100) - 1,300 employees
• Lockheed Martin (109 Fellowship Rd #200, Mt Laurel, NJ 08054, Phone: (856) 722-9071) - 1,203 employees
• TD Bank (6000 Atrium Way #101, Mt Laurel, NJ 08054, Phone: (856) 234-7777) - 1,014 employees
• Siemens (7 Deer Park Dr, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054, Phone: (856) 787-4000) - 850 employees

Other major companies headquartered or with large operations in Mount Laurel include Comcast, Teladoc Health, Steward Health Care, and NFI.

The median household income in Mount Laurel is $91,195. Only 3.4% of families live below the poverty line. Mount Laurel residents are highly educated - 51.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher and 91.6% have a high school diploma or higher. Most residents work in professional, scientific, management, administrative, or sales positions.

For more on the Mount Laurel economy and job opportunities, visit the township's Business Development page and Chamber of Commerce.

Attractions and Landmarks

Some of the most popular attractions and landmarks in Mount Laurel include:

Rancocas Woods Nature Preserve

This 174-acre nature preserve features miles of wooded trails perfect for hiking and wildlife viewing. Location: Creek Rd & Rancocas Rd, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054 GPS Coordinates: 39°58'18.4"N 74°51'27.5"W

Laurel Acres Park

One of the largest parks in Mount Laurel spanning 132 acres with sports fields, playgrounds, walking paths, and more. Location: Hartford Rd & Ark Rd, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054 GPS Coordinates: 39°58'9.6"N 74°52'48.3"W

Union Transportation Trail

A 6.6 mile multi-use trail along the old railroad right-of-way. Popular for walking, running, biking, and rollerblading. Location: Park Blvd & Union Ave, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054 GPS Coordinates: 39°59'40.8"N 74°51'23.0"W

Arkansas Avenue Schoolhouse Museum

Historic one-room schoolhouse built in 1880, now a museum showcasing local history and 19th century education. Location: 1018 Arkansas Ave, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054 Phone: (856) 234-2353

South Voorhees Town Center

Large outdoor shopping, dining, and entertainment complex with stores, restaurants, a movie theater, and events. Location: 1100 Haddonfield Berlin Rd, Voorhees Township, NJ 08043 GPS Coordinates: 39°52'17.6"N 74°58'11.0"W

Public Transportation

Public transportation in Mount Laurel is provided by NJ Transit. The 316 bus route offers service to Philadelphia from the Mt. Laurel Transit Center at 985 Fellowship Road. There is also regular bus service within Burlington County on Routes 413, 419, and 460.

Major Employers

Here are some of the major employers in Mount Laurel along with their addresses and phone numbers:

• Vertex Pharmaceuticals, 650 Fellowship Rd, Mt Laurel, NJ 08054, (856) 751-5100
• Lockheed Martin, 109 Fellowship Rd #200, Mt Laurel, NJ 08054, (856) 722-9071
• Comcast Cablevision, 4000 Atrium Way #100, Mt Laurel, NJ 08054, (800) 266-2278
• TD Bank, 6000 Atrium Way #101, Mt Laurel, NJ 08054, (856) 234-7777
• Teladoc Health, 1979 Marcus Ave #200, Lake Success, NY 11042, (800) 362-2667
• NFI, 1200 East State St, Hamilton, NJ 08691, (609) 689-3000
• Siemens, 7 Deer Park Dr, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054, (856) 787-4000

County Information

Mount Laurel is located in Burlington County. The Burlington County government website can be found at: https://www.co.burlington.nj.us/. The address for the county administration building is 49 Rancocas Road, Mount Holly NJ 08060 and the phone number is (609) 265-5023.

School Districts

Most students in Mount Laurel attend schools in the Lenape Regional High School District (https://www.lrhsd.org). The district serves students from several communities including Medford, Mount Laurel, Shamong, Southampton, Tabernacle and Woodland. There are also some portions of Mount Laurel that are served by the Cherry Hill Public Schools (https://www.chclc.org) and the Maple Shade School District (https://www.mapleshade.k12.nj.us).

Local Resources

Here are some additional resources for those looking to learn more about Mount Laurel:

• Mount Laurel Recreation Department - Offering sports leagues, senior activities, special events and more for residents.
• Mount Laurel Library - The township's public library system with locations on Centerton Road and Hartford Road.
• Mount Laurel Township Facebook - The official Facebook page for Mount Laurel Township.
• Burlington County College Baseball - The local junior college baseball team.
• South Jersey Transportation Planning Organization - The regional transportation planning agency.
• Environmental Management Center - Environmental organization serving the area.
• Mount Laurel Chamber of Commerce - Supports local businesses and promotes economic growth.

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