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Jamesburg New Jersey Map

Explore Jamesburg, 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 Jamesburg, New Jersey

How to Use This Jamesburg, New Jersey Map

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

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

Latitude	40.352608
Longitude	-74.440151
Population	5,783
Density	2531.6 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	08831
Area Code	908
County Seat	New Brunswick
School District	Jamesburg Borough School District

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About Jamesburg, New Jersey

Jamesburg is a locality in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,783. The population density is 2531.6 people per km². Jamesburg is located at 40.3526°N, 74.4402°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Jamesburg is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 08831.

Jamesburg maintains a quiet presence upon the central plains of New Jersey, defined by the steady, unhurried flow of the Manalapan Brook as it winds past the local landscape. It lies 2.3 miles north-northeast of Monroe Middlesex County, NJ (from Monroe Middlesex County, NJ: bearing 16°T), and is situated 5.8 miles southwest of Old Bridge. The terrain surrounding Jamesburg offers a subtle, level grace, punctuated by the stillness of Lake Manalapan which mirrors the shifting light of the afternoon sky. From the higher elevations, one might discern the distant silhouettes of the Mount Pleasant Hills rising against the horizon, marking the boundary of the familiar world. The air here carries the scent of damp earth and cooling grass, a testament to the inland geography that remains far removed from the reach of the tides. Residents find peace in the verdant spaces of Veterans Memorial Park, where the afternoon shadows stretch long and thin over the managed grounds.

Jamesburg traces its lineage to the early milling operations that leveraged the natural energy of the local waterways to drive the wheels of industry. These early enterprises transformed the landscape, establishing a foundation for the modest commercial growth that characterizes the local economy today. While the heavy machinery of the past has largely faded into memory, the spirit of industriousness persists in the small businesses and professional services that occupy the older, sturdy structures. Over time, the rhythm of work has shifted from the water-powered mills to a more diverse, suburban professional life, yet the connection to the land remains visible in the preserved architecture. The labor of generations has smoothed the rough edges of the geography into a functional, habitable place that values both its heritage and its steady, ongoing development.

Jamesburg possesses a character forged by the intersection of its historical roots and the quiet persistence of its modern inhabitants. The community gathers for local events that emphasize a shared sense of place, often centering around the public spaces that provide a common ground for neighbors to converse. Notable landmarks stand as quiet observers of the changing seasons, grounding the identity of Jamesburg in physical reality rather than fleeting trends. While the region is not a cradle for global icons, it has fostered individuals who have contributed meaningfully to their respective fields through dedication and quiet excellence. The pace of life here encourages a deep awareness of the immediate environment, where the simple act of walking through the neighborhood serves as a reminder of the enduring nature of the local landscape.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Augusta Recreation Facility (Local Recreation) — 0.2 mi, 086° E
Jamesburg Park (Local Conservation Area) — 0.4 mi, 017° N
Thompson Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 171° S
Manalapan Brook Greenway (Local Conservation Area) — 0.5 mi, 031° NE
Open Space (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 192° S
Monroe Township Wooded Lot (Local Resource Management Area) — 0.7 mi, 054° NE
Dayna Court & Robert Drive (Local Resource Management Area) — 0.7 mi, 193° S
Pigeon Swamp State Park (State Park) — 2.1 mi, 319° NW
Monmouth Battlefield State Park (State Park) — 2.4 mi, 177° S
Schuchardt's Holiday House (Public Artwork) — 3.0 mi, 042° NE
Playhouse 22 (Theatre) — 3.0 mi, 004° N
NextGen Acting (Arts Centre) — 3.0 mi, 004° N
Heavenly Farms (Local Recreation) — 3.1 mi, 000° N
Broken Down Truck Monument (Monument) — 3.7 mi, 349° N
Bobov cemetery NJ (Monument) — 4.4 mi, 318° NW
1818 Remembrance (Monument) — 4.6 mi, 014° N
Cranbury Barn Park (Museum) — 5.4 mi, 232° SW
Reinhardt Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 5.6 mi, 247° SW
Picture Show at East Windsor (Cinema) — 7.0 mi, 223° SW
Sunset Views (Viewpoint) — 7.2 mi, 275° W
Little Theater (Theatre) — 8.9 mi, 360° N
Molly Pitcher's Well (Registered Battlefield) — 8.9 mi, 129° SE
Negri-Nepote Native Grassland Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 9.3 mi, 332° NW
New Brunswick Art Center (Arts Centre) — 9.6 mi, 358° N
Orientation Theaters (Cinema) — 9.9 mi, 227° SW
Oakley Farmhouse (Museum) — 10.0 mi, 136° SE
Rutgers Geology Museum (Museum) — 10.1 mi, 358° N
Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County (Museum) — 10.4 mi, 137° SE
Gateway National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 20.1 mi, 052° NE · 47k acres
Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 23.0 mi, 354° N · 16k acres

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