Situated in the heart of the Northeast Corridor, one of the premier markets and manufacturing centers in the world, Cumberland County offers a combination of assets which are not found in anywhere else in the region. With great proximity to places such as New York, Washington, Atlantic City, and Philadelphia, the County provides an uncongested environment, outstanding quality of life, affordable land and property, and easy access to world-class entertainment.
Twice voted one of the "best places to live in New Jersey" by Money Magazine, Cumberland County can offer affordable housing, an economical business location to excellent highways and rail service, a competitive regulatory climate, and an abundance of beautiful natural resources, unspoiled towns and villages, and picturesque scenery. This combination of assets is extremely rare and makes Cumberland County an excellent commercial and industrial destination.
Located in the heart of the North East Corridor, Cumberland County combines proximity to world-class entertainment and recreation with a rural relaxed life style. The quality of life can't be beat.
Geographic Location
Centrally located in Southern New Jersey between the Delaware River and Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Cumberland County is easily accessible to major centers of commerce and culture. Philadelphia and Atlantic City are less than an hour away. The New Jersey Turnpike, Garden State Parkway, and Interstate 295 link the area to New York City and other points to the north.
Small-Town Atmosphere and Casual Living
While Bridgeton, Millville and Vineland are large enough to offer urban amenities, there is no urban sprawl in Cumberland County. Small towns abound, including such picturesque places as Bridgeton, Greenwich and Port Norris, to name just a few. Money Magazine several times has rated the quality of life to be extremely high - one of the best places to live in New Jersey.
Low Cost of Living
Cumberland County is one of the most affordable places to live in the Northeastern United States. While income is high relative to housing costs, wage rates are not so high as to negatively affect the cost of business. On the other hand, varied housing stock (old homes and new, mansions and ramblers) are available at sales prices far below the national average.
Education Within the distinct municipalities and townships in Cumberland County, there is a well-developed cultural, social, and recreational environment that fosters strong educational growth at every level. Cumberland County has excellent public and private schools, a technical education center of wide reputation, and an outstanding community college. Most municipalities offer child study groups to encourage educational growth from an early age.
Health Care
One does not have to go to philadelphia to find a wide array of medical services. The South Jersey Hospital System and numerous other clinics and specialized facilities are located within Cumberland County.
History, Culture, and Recreation
Consider this montage of what Cumberland County has to offer: a wonderful climate; the wild and scenic Maurice River, Laurel Lake, Union Lake, and miles of undisturbed Bay Shore; golf, fishing, hunting, boating, bird watching; roadside stands and u-pick farms; historic sites and tours; a performing arts center, museums, and a zoo; antiques and crafts; and a major shopping mall.
Major Developments
A number of national and regional retail chains have located in Cumberland County, which has helped to enhance our outstanding retail service marketplace. The Cumberland Crossings Mall provides 300,000 square feet of commercial shopping space and features a variety of specialty stores, as well as the major retail chains Wal-Mart and Staples. In addition, the Cumberland Mall has evolved into a major regional shopping center, featuring large anchors such as Boscov's, Home Depot, Toys-R-Us, and the 16 screen Regal Cinema. A number of smaller regional chains including The Gap, Old Navy, and Victoria's Secret make it a truly complete shopping experience.
A Home to Business
While Cumberland County is the home of several large international businesses including Lawson Mardon-Wheaton, T-Fal, US Filter, and Pillsbury-Progresso Foods, it is also home to several service industries including a large insurance company, a major hospital system, and a variety of State Institutions. A number of new businesses, large and small, have made Cumberland County their new home, including Gateway Computers, Pastidore USA, Holiday Inn, and the Wingate Inn and Conference Center - all of which contract with Fortune 500 firms nationally and international. More and more companies are making the move to Cumberland County.
A Competitive Location
Cumberland County offers the area's best incentive package, accessible and affordable sites, and the region's most available and hardworking labor force. A Federal Empowerment Zone designation, two Urban Enterprise Zones, flexible financing, and low business costs make Cumberland County competitive with all areas of the country. In addition there is some of the finest executive housing at very reasonable costs. Lastly, a quality educational system, which produces highly trained and capable students, employees and citizens, makes Cumberland County a great place to do business.
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