Cliffwood New Jersey Map

About Cliffwood, New Jersey

Cliffwood is a locality in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,800. The population density is 850.0 people per km². Cliffwood is located at 40.4368°N, 74.2396°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 7721.

Cliffwood unfolds along the Raritan Bay, a place where the land gently slopes towards the water, its shores a mosaic of weathered driftwood and smooth, sea-worn stones. It lies 5.0 miles south-south-east of Perth Amboy, NJ (from Perth Amboy, NJ: bearing 164°T), and is situated 8.7 miles south-south-east of Woodbridge. The air here carries a perpetual whisper of salt, a bracing tang that mingles with the sweet, earthy scent of pine needles from the scattered stands of trees. Sunlight, especially in the late afternoon, seems to thicken, casting long, buttery shadows that stretch across the low-lying coastal plain. The character of Cliffwood is one of quiet resilience, a place where the rhythm of the tides dictates a certain unhurried pace, and the expansive sky overhead offers a constant, silent invitation to gaze outward. Historically, Cliffwood's proximity to the bay has shaped its destiny, fostering a connection to the waterways that has endured through generations. Early settlers, drawn by the fertile soil and access to the sea, established a livelihood that often revolved around fishing and the modest commerce that such a location afforded. While industry has shifted over time, the echoes of its maritime past remain, a subtle undercurrent beneath the present-day landscape. Today, the local economy, while diversified, still benefits from its strategic position, serving as a gateway to both the natural beauty of the bay and the broader economic currents of the region. The distinctive charm of Cliffwood lies in this harmonious blend of natural allure and a quiet, enduring history.

About This Cliffwood Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Cliffwood, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.436774, -74.239589. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Cliffwood and Monmouth County.

Detailed location data for Cliffwood includes the ZIP code (07721), telephone area code (732, 848), county seat of Monmouth County (Freehold), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Cliffwood is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.