Manahawkin New Jersey Map

About Manahawkin, New Jersey

Manahawkin is a locality in Ocean County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,392. The population density is 493.8 people per km². Manahawkin is located at 39.6954°N, 74.2588°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.

Manahawkin, a place where the salty air of the Atlantic meets the pine-scented embrace of the Pine Barrens, unfolds across a landscape of low, sandy plains and winding waterways. It lies 1.4 miles south-south-west of Stafford, NJ (from Stafford, NJ: bearing 202°T), and is situated 4.4 miles south-south-west of Barnegat. The land itself feels ancient, shaped by the slow crawl of glaciers and the constant push and pull of the tides, giving rise to a terrain that is more forgiving than rugged. Here, the sky seems to stretch endlessly, a vast canvas upon which the sun paints its daily dramas, from the pale blush of dawn to the fiery spectacle of sunset, a light that softens the edges of everything it touches. The character of Manahawkin is one of quiet resilience, a community deeply connected to its natural surroundings, where the rhythm of life is often dictated by the ebb and flow of the nearby bays and the gentle rustle of the surrounding pines. The history of Manahawkin is deeply intertwined with the maritime traditions of the Jersey Shore and the resourcefulness of those who have long called this coastal region home. For generations, its economy thrived on the bounty of the sea and the forests, with fishing, oystering, and timber providing livelihoods for its inhabitants. The LBI (Long Beach Island) Causeway, a modern artery, now connects Manahawkin to the barrier island's popular beaches, drawing a steady stream of visitors who contribute to the local commerce, particularly during the sun-drenched summer months. Yet, beneath the veneer of seasonal tourism, the enduring spirit of Manahawkin persists, a testament to its past as a vital hub for trade and a place where the land and water have always been the primary architects of its destiny.

About This Manahawkin Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Manahawkin, 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 Manahawkin and Ocean County.

Detailed location data for Manahawkin includes the ZIP code (08050), telephone area code (856, 609), county seat of Ocean County (Toms River), and school district assignment (Southern 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 Manahawkin is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.