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Connecting Cumberland to The Next Generation of Trailblazers

The Rt. 55 Innovation Corridor is Cumberland County’s gateway to opportunity—linking education, healthcare, and advanced industry.

Anchored by Rowan College of South Jersey and nearby research facilities, this corridor is transforming the region into a hub for innovation, commerce, and workforce development.

Discover how Rt. 55 is shaping the future of business in South Jersey.

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20% of the U.S. Population Within a Day's Drive

Access to Federal and State highway systems, 7 international airports, and major cities such as Philadelphia, New York City, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. 

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Road, Rail, Port, and Air Access to Global Markets

  • State Route 55 serves as the county’s gateway. Four-lane connections to the NJ Turnpike and Interstate highways 95 and 295 offer ease of access to other markets up and down the east coast.

  • Southern NJ has competitive rail service to destinations across the country and Canada via the short lines owned and operated by OmniTrax.

  • The county is located within an hour’s drive of two of the country’s top deep water ports

  • Seven international airports, including Philadelphia International, Newark Liberty International, John F. Kennedy International, and LaGuardia, are within two hours of the Cumberland County. At the heart of the county is Millville Executive Airport, with runways that can accommodate the full range of business aircraft. This airport is operated by the Delaware River and Bay Authority.

$1B in Economic Impact Since 2015

Discover the details behind Cumberland County’s $1B+ in economic growth.

26

Projects since 2015 with the
total economic impact of those projects being

$615M

$589M

in 2023 leading to

2,000+

jobs for New Jerseyans
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A Strategic Location for Innovation, Growth, and Quality Living

Discover why over $1B in investment has flowed into Cumberland County—and what’s next. 

 

With a central Mid-Atlantic location, pro-business climate, and unmatched access to major markets like Philadelphia, New York, and Washington D.C., Cumberland County offers the ideal environment for forward-thinking businesses and thriving communities. From infrastructure upgrades to innovation hubs along the Rt. 55 corridor, The Authority is driving sustainable growth, job creation, and quality of life for the next generation.

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