Why Do Business in Pennington?

The historic Borough of Pennington is a wholesome and family-oriented small town with attractive neighborhoods, high-quality schools, a notable heritage, friendly merchants, and considerable visual charm. It provides opportunities for shopping and dining, services to residents, travelers, students, businesses, and visitors alike, along with a host of community activities.

No congestion, reasonable rents, open space, attractive lifestyle for employees and their families. Pennington Zip Code area (08534) has 11,500 residents.

Location: Just about an hour from either NY or Philadelphia, and only a few minutes away from Princeton, Trenton, and Bucks County, Pennsylvania.

Atmosphere:  Suburban-rural community with small-town charm, tree-lined neighborhoods, and an historic downtown. Safe streets and pedestrian friendly.

 Residents: well-educated, affluent (median household income $90,000), and sophisticated with considerable pride in their community.

Students: High-quality schools. Hopewell Valley Regional Schools (4000 students), and The Pennington Prep School (470 students). Three colleges and universities nearby (Princeton University, The College of New Jersey, and Rider University).

Nearby Corporate Centers: Merrill Lynch (6000 employees), Bristol-Myers Squibb (3800 employees), Educational Testing Service (2277 employees).

Services: Major Hospital and new YMCA to be constructed.

Transportation: Pennington is served by a NJ Transit bus line, Mercer County airport, Interstates 95 and 295, and highways 206 and 31. Route 1 corridor is 5 miles away.

Government: Small municipality with responsive officials.

Community events: Pennington Day (May street fair), Holiday Walk (December open houses), Memorial Day Parade,  Homecoming Parade, Music Concerts, Historic House Tour

Business Organization: Pennington Professional and Business Association.

 

For further information contact:
www.penningtonboro.org
www.princetonol.com/pennington
Will Dickey, Pennington Borough Economic Development Commission  (609 737-0914).