Layton New Jersey Map

About Layton, New Jersey

Layton is a locality in Sussex County, New Jersey, United States. It is a small community with a population of 967. The population density is 49.6 people per km². Layton is located at 41.2162°N, 74.8229°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 7826.

Layton rests in a fold of Sussex County, where the Kittatinny Ridge begins its slow, westward sag. It lies 24.2 miles west of Warwick, NY (from Warwick, NY: bearing 264°T), and is situated 7.8 miles south of Milford Pike County. The land here is a patchwork of deciduous woods, their leaves catching the sun in a thousand shades of green in summer and igniting into a riot of amber and crimson when autumn arrives. Fields, once cleared for farming, now often lie fallow, their grasses whispering secrets to the breeze that sweeps down from the hills. The air, especially after a rain, carries the clean, earthy scent of damp soil and pine needles, a constant reminder of the surrounding wilderness. Small streams, fed by springs higher up, meander through the hollows, their waters clear and cool, a promise of refreshment on a warm day. The history of Layton is intrinsically tied to the water that flows through it and the sturdy stone of the surrounding hills. The Wallkill River, a vital artery for early settlers, carved its path and shaped the initial development of the area, eventually powering mills that served the burgeoning agricultural economy. Generations of families have worked this land, their lives marked by the changing seasons and the dependable cycle of planting and harvest. Though the era of large-scale farming has receded, a quiet resilience persists, and the local economy now draws strength from small businesses and the enduring appeal of its natural beauty, drawing visitors who seek a respite from the clamor of more distant places.

About This Layton Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Layton, New Jersey with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 Layton and Sussex County.

Detailed location data for Layton includes the ZIP code (07826), telephone area code (732, 848), county seat of Sussex County (Newton), and school district assignment (Kittatinny Regional 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 Layton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.