Explore Hamilton, 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.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Hamilton, 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 Hamilton.
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 | Hamilton |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Somerset County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 40.207057 |
| Longitude | -74.081251 |
| Population | 88,000 |
| Density | 980.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 07753 |
| Area Code | 732, 848 |
| County Seat | Somerville |
Hamilton occupies a position defined by the steady, unassuming presence of the Royce Brook, which serves as a primary artery through the local landscape. It lies 2.0 miles north of Hillsborough, NJ (from Hillsborough, NJ: bearing 10°T), and is situated 5.0 miles west of Franklin Somerset County. The terrain surrounding Hamilton reveals a distinct inland character, characterized by expansive, level plains that stretch toward the horizon rather than rising into jagged peaks. To the northwest, the distant profile of Middlebrook Heights provides a subtle frame for the sky, while the local topography maintains a gentle, reliable consistency that favors quiet development. The air here carries the scent of damp earth and seasonal transition, particularly near the Hillsborough Township Wooded Lot, where the flora remains undisturbed by the pace of the surrounding thoroughfares.
Hamilton traces its roots to early colonial land grants and the deliberate, industrious spirit of settlers who saw value in the fertile soil and the proximity of reliable water sources. Over the generations, Hamilton evolved from a collection of agrarian parcels into a more complex settlement, shaped by the steady expansion of regional trade routes and the arrival of families seeking stability. The historical narrative of Hamilton remains anchored in these modest beginnings, where the preservation of land boundaries and the slow accumulation of architecture created a sense of permanence. This heritage persists in the careful orientation of its older streets, which seem to follow the natural contours of the land rather than imposing a rigid, artificial order upon the earth.
Hamilton supports a diverse local economy that benefits from its strategic position within the broader regional infrastructure, allowing for a steady flow of commerce and the growth of varied commercial enterprises. While the daily activity of Hamilton is driven by modern industry and professional services, the proximity of Mettlers Woods and the Royce Valley ensures that the pace of life retains a measured, grounded quality. Educational interests remain a focal point for many, as the vicinity provides access to institutions that foster intellectual growth and community engagement. The infrastructure of Hamilton reflects a pragmatic approach to utility, balancing the needs of a busy population with the necessity of maintaining clear, functional access to the surrounding regional hubs.
Hamilton fosters a cultural environment where the rhythms of daily life are punctuated by seasonal events that bring residents together in shared spaces. While the area avoids the clamor of major professional sports stadiums, there is a consistent appreciation for local athletics and the traditions that define the school year. Landmarks such as the nearby Spooky Brook Pond offer a quiet sanctuary for those seeking reflection, providing a mirror for the changing light at dusk that turns the water a deep, muted gray. Hamilton avoids the grandiosity of larger metropolitan centers, preferring instead a character defined by the steady, reliable engagement of its citizens in the arts, local festivals, and the quiet stewardship of the natural features that grace the local landscape.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Hamilton, New Jersey. Coordinates: 40.207057, -74.081251. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Hamilton includes the ZIP code (07753), telephone area code (732, 848), county seat of Somerset County (Somerville), and school district assignment.
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |