Highlands New Jersey Map

About Highlands, New Jersey

Highlands is a locality in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,518. The population density is 2386.4 people per km². Highlands is located at 40.4037°N, 73.9915°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 40372.

Highlands, a place where the Navesink River meets the Atlantic, feels like the edge of the world, a liminal space where fresh water surrenders to the salt and the sky stretches in an unbroken, often dramatic, canvas. It lies 6.6 miles east of Middletown, NJ (from Middletown, NJ: bearing 84°T), and is situated 6.9 miles north of Long Branch. The land here is not flat, but rises with a determined character, offering glimpses of the vast, shifting ocean beyond dense stands of oak and pine. Salt spray often mists the air, carrying the faint, briny scent of seaweed and distant tides, a constant reminder of the powerful forces that shape this coastline. The light, especially in the late afternoon, can transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, casting long, painterly shadows across the uneven terrain and catching the glint of sunlight on the water's surface. This stretch of shore has long been a haven for those who understand the sea's pull, from early fishing communities to the modern-day mariners who still ply these waters. The local economy, intrinsically tied to the bounty of the ocean, has evolved from simple sustenance to a vibrant hub for recreational boating and seafood. The iconic Highlands – a name that truly reflects its elevated position relative to the surrounding lowlands – boasts a history of maritime enterprise, with weathered docks and bustling marinas speaking of generations of connection to the water. The spirit of Highlands is one of resilience, a quiet acknowledgment of nature's power, and a deep appreciation for the unique beauty of this coastal meeting point.

About This Highlands Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Highlands, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.40372, -73.991527. 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 Highlands and Monmouth County.

Detailed location data for Highlands includes the ZIP code (07732), telephone area code (732, 848), county seat of Monmouth County (Freehold), and school district assignment. 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 Highlands is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.