Colonia New Jersey Map

About Colonia, New Jersey

Colonia is a locality in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of 18,587. The population density is 1752.8 people per km². Colonia is located at 40.5745°N, 74.3021°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.

Colonia, a place of gentle slopes and broad avenues, unfolds across the landscape with a quiet dignity. It lies 1.5 miles north-west of Woodbridge, NJ (from Woodbridge, NJ: bearing 322°T), and is situated 5.9 miles south of Union County. Its streets, lined with mature trees whose leaves rustle with the summer breeze, create a dappled canopy, filtering the sunlight into shifting patterns on the sidewalks. The air here often carries the faint, sweet scent of honeysuckle from well-tended gardens, a subtle perfume that mingles with the distant hum of traffic, a constant reminder of its connection to the wider world. Residential neighborhoods, with their varied architectural styles, speak of families who have put down roots, their homes painted in hues that range from sun-bleached pastels to earthy ochres, reflecting the diverse tapestry of its inhabitants. The history of Colonia is deeply entwined with the fertile lands that once defined its character, an agricultural heritage that has gradually yielded to suburban development. Early settlers, drawn by the rich soil, established farms and dairies, their efforts laying the groundwork for the community's growth. Today, while vestiges of that agrarian past may linger in the occasional open field or the names of certain roads, the local economy is more diversified, encompassing a range of retail businesses and services that cater to its residents. Notable institutions, like the local library and the community recreation center, stand as quiet beacons, offering spaces for learning, gathering, and shared experience, fostering a sense of connection that defines the everyday life in Colonia.

About This Colonia Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Colonia, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.574548, -74.302092. 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 Colonia and Middlesex County.

Detailed location data for Colonia includes the ZIP code (07067), telephone area code (201, 551), county seat of Middlesex County (New Brunswick), and school district assignment (Woodbridge Township School District). 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 Colonia is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.