Little Silver New Jersey Map

About Little Silver, New Jersey

Little Silver is a locality in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,105. The population density is 867.9 people per km². Little Silver is located at 40.3368°N, 74.0471°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.

Little Silver unfolds as a verdant expanse where manicured lawns meet the whispering embrace of salt marsh and the gentle curve of the Navesink River. It lies 3.7 miles north-west of Long Branch, NJ (from Long Branch, NJ: bearing 308°T), and is situated 6.7 miles north-east of Monmouth. Its landscape is a subtle symphony of rolling terrain, dappled sunlight filtering through mature oak and maple trees that line quiet avenues, and the occasional glint of water beckoning from hidden coves. The air here carries the distinct tang of the nearby Atlantic, a briny whisper that blends with the sweet scent of honeysuckle in the summer months, and a crisp coolness that speaks of the changing seasons. The history of Little Silver is deeply intertwined with the maritime traditions of the region, once a hub for shipbuilding and oyster farming, its fortunes shaped by the ebb and flow of the river and the bounty of the surrounding waters. Today, it retains a character of understated affluence, a residential haven for those drawn to its proximity to the shore and its tranquil, family-oriented atmosphere. The local economy, while diversified, still echoes its past, with many residents commuting to larger centers, yet a strong sense of local identity persists, nurtured by community events and the enduring charm of its well-preserved architecture.

About This Little Silver Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Little Silver, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.336777, -74.047084. 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 Little Silver and Monmouth County.

Detailed location data for Little Silver includes the ZIP code (07739), telephone area code (732, 848), county seat of Monmouth County (Freehold), and school district assignment (Little Silver Borough 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 Little Silver is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.