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Salem County, Pennsylvania Economic Profile
County Seat: 92 Market St, Salem, NJ 08079
County Homepage: http://www.salemcountynj.gov
With 700 farms, agriculture dominates over 40 percent of the land in Salem County, while residential and commercial structures occupy just 10 percent. This places the county in stark contrast with other areas of Greater Philadelphia that have experienced tremendous development over time. Referred to as "the garden spot of the garden state," its natural features include more than 34,000 acres of unique meadow and marshland, extensive woodlands, tidal and freshwater wetlands, approximately 40 lakes and ponds, six rivers, numerous streams, bay beaches and sand dunes. A drive through Salem County reveals a wide range of natural resources and open spaces, enhanced by a rich historical legacy. Located in southwestern New Jersey, it is truly unlike any other county in the region. More acres of land in Salem County are devoted to farmlands, wetlands and forests than to residential, commercial or industrial developments. In fact, nearly half of its land is actively farmed. With just 66,000 residents, it is the least populated county in the Greater Philadelphia region, despite the fact that it spans 337 square miles. Accordingly, Salem County has the lowest population density per square mile in New Jersey.
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