Iselin New Jersey Map

About Iselin, New Jersey

Iselin is a locality in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of 19,551. The population density is 2346.1 people per km². Iselin is located at 40.5754°N, 74.3224°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 32237.

Iselin lies at a crossroads of sorts, a place where the flat expanse of Middlesex County begins to hint at the gentle swells that lead toward the coast. It lies 2.3 miles west-north-west of Woodbridge, NJ (from Woodbridge, NJ: bearing 302°T), and is situated 6.1 miles south-south-west of Union County. The air here, especially in the early mornings, carries a faint, mineral tang, a whisper of the clay-rich soil and the slow, steady drainage that shapes the land. Streetlights cast a pale, diffused glow on sidewalks that are worn smooth by generations of feet, and the occasional rustle of leaves from the mature oak trees lining residential streets offers a quiet counterpoint to the distant hum of the turnpike. It's a landscape that feels both enduring and perpetually in motion, a place where the ordinary unfolds with a subtle, almost lyrical grace. The history of Iselin is deeply entwined with the industrial currents that have shaped this part of New Jersey, a legacy visible in the sturdy brick buildings that still stand, their former purposes now repurposed for new ventures. The area's growth was fueled by a robust transportation network, drawing in diverse populations who found work in the factories and laboratories that once dominated the local economy. Today, that economic pulse has shifted, with Iselin now a vibrant hub for commerce and a quiet residential haven, a place where the echoes of its industrial past mingle with the present-day bustle of shops and businesses. The local character is one of pragmatic resilience, a community that has adapted and thrived, a testament to the enduring spirit of those who have called Iselin home.

About This Iselin Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Iselin, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.575382, -74.32237. 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 Iselin and Middlesex County.

Detailed location data for Iselin includes the ZIP code (08830), telephone area code (908), county seat of Middlesex County (New Brunswick), and school district assignment (Woodbridge 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 Iselin is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.