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Edison New Jersey Map

Explore Edison, 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 Edison, New Jersey

How to Use This Edison, New Jersey Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Edison, 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 Edison.

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

Latitude	41.063986
Longitude	-74.567659
Population	107,600
Density	1380.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	07871, 08817, 08818, 08820, 08837
Area Code	732, 848, 908
County Seat	New Brunswick

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About Edison, New Jersey

Edison is a locality in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States. With a population of 107,600, Edison is a major urban centre in New Jersey. The population density is 1380.0 people per km². Edison is located at 41.0640°N, 74.5677°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 07871, 08817, 08818.

Edison occupies a landscape defined by the persistent, quiet passage of Ambrose Brook, which weaves its way through the local terrain as a subtle artery of the earth. It lies 1.5 miles north-northwest of Piscataway, NJ (from Piscataway, NJ: bearing 333°T), and is situated 7.2 miles west-southwest of Woodbridge. The geography here is marked by a gentle, undulating topography that gives way to the low-lying basin known as Kilmer Bowl, a depression in the land that captures the cooling evening mist. While the region sits inland, the heavy, salt-tinged air occasionally drifts in from the distant coastline, hinting at the vast, unseen tides twenty-one miles away. Nearby, the water of Rocky Reach provides a rhythmic reminder of the proximity to the maritime edge, while the dense, verdant expanse of the William L Hutcheson Memorial Forest stands seven miles out, offering a sanctuary of ancient trees. Every afternoon, the light filters through the canopy near Central Avenue Park, casting long, amber shadows that seem to pause time itself, grounding Edison in a stillness that persists despite the suburban sprawl.

Historical records suggest that the land Edison encompasses was once a mosaic of agricultural fields and colonial settlements, evolving slowly from its agrarian roots into a place of complex human industry. Early inhabitants favored the soil near the brook for its fertility, laying the groundwork for a community that would eventually transform into a major hub of innovation. Over the decades, the quiet transition from farmstead to residential corridors reflected the broader shifts in regional development, with the town’s namesake legacy serving as a perpetual anchor for its identity. The evolution of Edison remains a study in adaptation, where the remnants of old road networks meet the modern grid, creating a layered history that is visible in the architecture of older neighborhoods and the preserved plots of green space that defy the push of progress.

Economic life in Edison thrives upon a robust infrastructure that supports a diverse array of corporate offices, logistics centers, and retail corridors that sustain the regional flow of commerce. The presence of nearby academic institutions provides a steady stream of intellectual capital, influencing the professional character of the workforce and fostering a culture of technological and scientific ambition. Commuters move through the arterial roads that connect the local industries to the wider state, while the proximity to East Branch Reservoir, nine miles distant, serves as a vital resource for the area’s utility needs. Edison functions as a busy, industrious center where the mechanical hum of trade is balanced by the quiet routines of those who work within the specialized facilities that define the local skyline and sustain its long-term growth.

Cultural life in Edison is characterized by a vibrant mix of traditions, celebrated through annual festivals that bring together a diverse population under the expansive, changing sky. Residents often gather for outdoor events that highlight the community’s heritage, while the proximity to the natural features of the region—such as the quiet trails near the brook—offers a retreat from the intensity of professional life. Sports culture remains a central thread, with local youth and collegiate programs fostering a spirit of competition that resonates across the playing fields. Famous figures associated with the wider legacy of the area, particularly those tied to the history of invention, continue to cast a long shadow over the local consciousness, inspiring a sense of ingenuity that permeates the daily experience of living in Edison.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Sparta Mountain Sanctuary (Conservation Area) — 0.5 mi, 018° N
Ogdensburg Borough Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 0.7 mi, 335° NW
Sparta Mountain Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 0.9 mi, 083° E
Beaver Lake Mountain Park (Local Conservation Area) — 1.0 mi, 340° N
Ogdensburg Borough Water Body (Local Recreation) — 1.0 mi, 317° NW
Edison Acres Park (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 148° SE
Kittatinny Valley State Park (State Park) — 1.5 mi, 153° SE
Hamburg Mountain Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 1.8 mi, 329° NW
Paulinskill Valley Trail (State Recreation Area) — 2.3 mi, 311° NW
Sterling Hill Mining Museum (Museum) — 2.3 mi, 305° NW
Wawayanda State Park (State Park) — 3.8 mi, 063° NE
Headley Overlook (Viewpoint) — 3.9 mi, 178° S
Sparta Avenue Stage (Theatre) — 4.1 mi, 243° SW
Ghost Bridge (Historic Ruins) — 4.2 mi, 086° E
Frying Pan Trees (Attraction) — 4.2 mi, 219° SW
Piggery Field (Monument) — 6.2 mi, 358° N
Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 7.1 mi, 352° N · 12k acres
Slag Pile (Historic Ruins) — 8.9 mi, 148° SE
Surf Hill (Attraction) — 9.1 mi, 020° N
Cliff Jump (Attraction) — 9.2 mi, 020° N
Fishing Village (Attraction) — 9.3 mi, 020° N
The Jersey Boys’ Camp At New Wawayanda (Monument) — 9.6 mi, 248° W
Defenders of the Union (Monument) — 9.7 mi, 268° W
Appalachian National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 11.8 mi, 030° NE · 110k acres
Janet Van Gelder Wildlife Sanctuary (Nature Reserve) — 12.3 mi, 016° N
Dickerson Mine Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 13.6 mi, 190° S
Broadfoot and Broadfoot (Gallery) — 13.6 mi, 143° SE
Longo Planetarium (Museum) — 14.2 mi, 182° S
Painting with a Twist (Arts Centre) — 14.9 mi, 133° SE
Warwick Drive-In Theatre (Cinema) — 15.4 mi, 040° NE

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