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Carteret New Jersey Map

Explore Carteret, New Jersey, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Carteret, New Jersey

How to Use This Carteret, New Jersey Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Carteret, New Jersey. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of New Jersey or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Carteret.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Carteret
State	New Jersey (NJ)
County	Middlesex County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	40.577327
Longitude	-74.2282
Population	25,326
Density	2226.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	07008
Area Code	201, 551
County Seat	New Brunswick
School District	Carteret Borough School District

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About Carteret, New Jersey

Carteret is a locality in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of 25,326. The population density is 2226.9 people per km². Carteret is located at 40.5773°N, 74.2282°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Carteret is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 07008.

Carteret occupies a low-lying, industrious stretch of land defined by its proximity to the water and the rhythmic pulse of regional commerce. It lies 3.0 miles east of Avenel, NJ (from Avenel, NJ: bearing 94°T), and is situated 6.5 miles south-southeast of Union County. The landscape remains intimately tied to the nearby Island of Meadows, which sits just one mile away, shaping the character of the shoreline. Residents often observe the unique quality of light that filters through the marshy terrain near Noes Creek, located only a mile from the center of activity. While the horizon offers the distant silhouette of the Mount Pleasant Hills thirteen miles away, the immediate environment remains grounded in its coastal proximity. Carteret maintains a quiet connection to the wider region, with the expansive reach of Gravesend Bay providing a sense of scale to the horizon eleven miles to the east.

Carteret preserves a legacy of industrial diligence that has long defined the local economy and its contribution to the surrounding state. Factories and logistics hubs have historically utilized the proximity to transport routes, ensuring that the movement of goods remains a central feature of daily life. This emphasis on labor has fostered a resilient atmosphere where the sound of engines and the sight of steel define the working day. Even as the economy evolves, the spirit of the early settlers who recognized the value of this access remains present in the local infrastructure. Efforts to modernize the waterfront and revitalize commercial corridors continue to shape how Carteret organizes its space and resources for future growth.

Carteret fosters a distinct cultural character through the shared experiences of its residents and the vibrant atmosphere of its public spaces. Carteret Park serves as a focal point for the community, providing an essential green space where the pace of life slows beneath the canopy of trees. Local events held throughout the year draw families together, reflecting the social bonds that strengthen the identity of the neighborhood. The influence of the broader regional culture is evident, yet the specific history of the locality ensures that the experience remains singular. Notable figures like the musician Jon Bon Jovi have roots in the general region, reflecting the creative energy that often emerges from such industrious settings.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Carteret Park (Local Recreation) — 0.0 mi, 345° N
Carteret Borough Athletic Facility (Local Recreation) — 0.3 mi, 329° NW
911 Memorial (Monument) — 0.9 mi, 116° SE
Isle Of Meadows (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 098° E
Staten Island Boat Graveyard (Attraction) — 1.5 mi, 155° SE
Pin Oak Forest (Local Resource Management Area) — 1.5 mi, 292° W
Freshkills Park (Local Park) — 1.9 mi, 126° SE
Hawk Rise (Local Conservation Area) — 2.0 mi, 326° NW
Woodbridge Township Conservation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 2.0 mi, 248° W
Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 2.0 mi, 176° S
Freed Slave Graveyard (Monument) — 2.3 mi, 168° S
Sandy Ground Historical Society (Museum) — 2.6 mi, 166° S
Woodbridge Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument (Monument) — 2.9 mi, 239° SW
Girl Power (Public Artwork) — 3.1 mi, 054° NE
Atrium Cinema (Cinema) — 3.6 mi, 110° E
SMB Studio & Art Lessons (Gallery) — 3.9 mi, 123° SE
SeaQuest (Aquarium) — 4.0 mi, 249° W
Historic Stone Chimney (Historic Ruins) — 4.1 mi, 071° E
Angelina's (Viewpoint) — 4.6 mi, 195° S
Pellman Cottage (Historic Ruins) — 4.6 mi, 176° S
Heyerdahl Ruins (Attraction) — 4.7 mi, 084° E
Greenbelt Outdoor Classroom (Theatre) — 4.7 mi, 081° E
Buck’s Hollow (Attraction) — 4.9 mi, 086° E
The Wizard of Art (Arts Centre) — 4.9 mi, 119° SE
Sea View Playwrights Theatre (Theatre) — 5.1 mi, 079° E
Gateway National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 5.1 mi, 113° SE · 47k acres
The Peter Houseman House (Museum) — 5.5 mi, 061° NE
Cheesequake State Park (Marine Protected Area) — 8.2 mi, 192° S
Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 14.1 mi, 316° NW · 16k acres
Great Swamp Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 14.2 mi, 314° NW · 3,611 acres

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