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Essex New Jersey Map

Explore Essex, 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 Essex, New Jersey

How to Use This Essex, New Jersey Map

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

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

Latitude	40.794747
Longitude	-74.264883
Population	812,000
Density	2800.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	07052
Area Code	201, 551
County Seat	Newark

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About Essex, New Jersey

Essex is a locality in Essex County, New Jersey, United States. With a population of 812,000, Essex is a major urban centre in New Jersey. The population density is 2800.0 people per km². Essex is located at 40.7947°N, 74.2649°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 07052.

Essex claims a landscape defined by the steady, persistent flow of the Rahway River, which carves its path through the terrain as a vital artery of movement and reflection. It lies 1.4 miles west-southwest of West Orange, NJ (from West Orange, NJ: bearing 259°T), and is situated 9.4 miles north of Union County. To the west, the silhouettes of First Watchung Mountain rise with a quiet, rugged permanence, anchoring the horizon and offering a sense of scale to the immediate surroundings. The air here carries a subtle, saline quality, a faint reminder that the open coastline remains a mere sixteen miles away, occasionally bringing the scent of salt to the local breezes. Those seeking tranquility often find it at the water’s edge of Lake Vincent, a serene body of water that mirrors the shifting, pale light of late afternoon, providing a calm counterpoint to the more industrious character of the nearby Kearny Reach.

Founders of Essex recognized the inherent value in the proximity of these natural resources, establishing a settlement that favored both trade and the slow accumulation of local character. The early development of Essex reflected a deliberate effort to harmonize with the demands of the environment, utilizing the water and the rising terrain to shape the trajectory of its growth. Over the generations, the physical footprint of the area expanded with a methodical precision, as residents built upon the foundations laid by those who first cleared the land. This historical progression remains visible in the way the streets acknowledge the natural contours of the earth, honoring the original layout that allowed Essex to evolve from a series of small, utilitarian plots into a cohesive, enduring presence.

Economic vitality in Essex centers on a diverse array of industries that leverage both the established infrastructure and the industrious spirit of its workforce. The presence of the Francis A Byrne Golf Course serves as a central feature of the local landscape, offering expansive green space that balances the dense suburban development surrounding it. Educational pursuits are well-supported, with various institutions providing foundations for professional growth, while the regional transportation network ensures that the labor force remains connected to the broader commercial hubs. This focus on utility and accessibility ensures that Essex maintains a steady pace of productivity, where the necessities of modern life are managed with a quiet, effective efficiency that avoids unnecessary clamor.

Cultural life in Essex finds its expression in a collection of annual events that draw the community together, fostering a sense of shared belonging that permeates the local atmosphere. While residents often look toward the broader regional stage for major professional sports, the local enthusiasm for competitive spirit is frequently channeled into community-led festivals and seasonal celebrations. Landmarks throughout the area provide points of historical and social orientation, marking the passage of time against the backdrop of a changing, modern world. On clear days, the proximity to natural features like the distant Preakness Valley offers a quiet invitation for exploration, reminding those who live in Essex that even amidst their organized, daily routines, the natural world remains a constant, grounding influence.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Francis A Byrne Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 0.2 mi, 189° S
AMC DINE-IN Essex Green 9 (Cinema) — 0.4 mi, 102° E
Eagle Rock Reservation (Local Conservation Area) — 1.1 mi, 058° NE
South Mountain Reservation (Local Conservation Area) — 1.1 mi, 232° SW
Prospect Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 283° W
9/11 Search and Rescue Dogs (Monument) — 1.5 mi, 067° NE
Michael Leo Delahunty (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 067° NE
East Hills Park (Local Resource Management Area) — 1.6 mi, 250° W
Bear Country (Attraction) — 2.0 mi, 203° SW
Great Plains (Attraction) — 2.0 mi, 204° SW
Birds of Prey (Attraction) — 2.0 mi, 201° S
Big Cat Country (Attraction) — 2.0 mi, 201° S
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 2.3 mi, 325° NW
Memorial Park and Nature Preserve (Local Recreation) — 2.7 mi, 254° W
Studio Montclair Leach Gallery (Gallery) — 2.8 mi, 057° NE
The Clairidge (Cinema) — 2.8 mi, 061° NE
Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 2.8 mi, 253° W
Keep Creating Art Wellness Center (Arts Centre) — 2.9 mi, 067° NE
Wine & Design (Arts Centre) — 2.9 mi, 066° NE
VanFossan Theater (Theatre) — 3.6 mi, 091° E
Bramhall Terrace (Viewpoint) — 3.8 mi, 195° S
Troy Meadows State Park (State Park) — 4.2 mi, 306° NW
Tenth Muse Gallery (Public Artwork) — 4.5 mi, 189° S
Prudential Concert Grove (Theatre) — 5.0 mi, 122° SE
Nutley Museum (Museum) — 5.6 mi, 073° E
Great Piece Meadows (State Park) — 5.7 mi, 327° NW
Imagine That!!! (Museum) — 5.7 mi, 268° W
Great Piece Meadows Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 6.1 mi, 324° NW
Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 9.1 mi, 241° SW · 16k acres
Great Swamp Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 9.4 mi, 241° SW · 3,611 acres

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