Gibbstown New Jersey Map

About Gibbstown, New Jersey

Gibbstown is a locality in Gloucester County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,685. The population density is 821.2 people per km². Gibbstown is located at 39.8251°N, 75.2835°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.

Gibbstown rests along the Delaware River's edge, a place where the land gently slopes towards its broad, shimmering expanse. It lies 4.2 miles east-south-east of Chester, PA (from Chester, PA: bearing 114°T), and is situated 7.2 miles south of Upper Darby. The air here often carries a subtle hint of salt, a whisper from the estuary, and the sunlight, particularly in the late afternoon, can cast a warm, honeyed glow across the tidy streets and the older homes with their welcoming porches. Beyond the developed areas, the terrain gives way to patches of verdant woodland and the low-lying fields characteristic of this coastal plain, their grasses swaying in the breeze like an endless, murmuring sea. The rhythm of Gibbstown is one of quiet persistence, a steady unfolding of days marked by the ebb and flow of the river and the changing seasons. The history of Gibbstown is deeply entwined with the very waters that define its character, having served for generations as a vital port and a hub for trade. Early industries here, fueled by the fertile soil and the river's accessibility, once thrived on agriculture and shipbuilding, leaving behind a legacy evident in the enduring architecture and the local lore passed down through families. Today, while industry has shifted, the spirit of enterprise remains, with a diverse economic base that supports the community. The landscape itself, shaped by both human hands and the natural forces of the Delaware, offers a unique blend of the built environment and the wild, a place where the echoes of the past mingle with the present day.

About This Gibbstown Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Gibbstown, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.825113, -75.283519. 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 Gibbstown and Gloucester County.

Detailed location data for Gibbstown includes the ZIP code (08027), telephone area code (856, 609), county seat of Gloucester County (Woodbury), and school district assignment (Greenwich 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 Gibbstown is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.