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Margate City New Jersey Map

Explore Margate City, 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 Margate City, New Jersey

How to Use This Margate City, New Jersey Map

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

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	Margate City
State	New Jersey (NJ)
County	Atlantic County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	39.327894
Longitude	-74.503486
Population	5,317
Density	1449.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	08402
Area Code	856
County Seat	Mays Landing
School District	Margate City School District

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About Margate City, New Jersey

Margate City is a locality in Atlantic County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,317. The population density is 1449.8 people per km². Margate City is located at 39.3279°N, 74.5035°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Margate City is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 08402.

Margate City stretches across a narrow barrier island where the horizon is defined by the endless movement of the Atlantic Ocean. It lies 1.7 miles southwest of Ventnor, NJ (from Ventnor, NJ: bearing 236°T), and is situated 5.0 miles west-southwest of Atlantic City. The salt air here carries a persistent dampness that softens the edges of the afternoon light as it hits the sand of Public Beach. To the west, the quiet waters of West Canal wind through the marshlands, separating the mainland from the subtle rise of Pork Island. Far to the west, the distant silhouette of Sandy Ridge remains a faint shadow against the sky, while the lush expanse of Belleplain State Forest offers a deeper green contrast to the coastal dunes. The landscape remains defined by the rhythmic tides that pull the sea against the shore, shaping the island with a slow, deliberate gravity.

Margate City began as a seasonal retreat for those seeking the cooling influence of the ocean breeze during the heat of the summer months. The local economy grew steadily around the needs of visitors, shifting from early maritime pursuits to a service-based landscape that supports a vibrant residential population. Small businesses and neighborhood shops characterize the streets, reflecting a steady, industrious spirit that persists long after the vacationers have departed. While the influence of the nearby Atlantic Ocean once dictated the pace of trade and transit, the modern day is marked by a steady, year-round rhythm of commerce. Even in the quieter seasons, the legacy of the early builders persists in the architecture that stands resilient against the coastal winds.

Margate City claims a distinct cultural identity anchored by the presence of Lucy the Elephant, a monumental wooden structure that has watched over the coastline for over a century. This landmark serves as a familiar beacon, grounding the local spirit in a history that values both the whimsical and the enduring. Residents often gather for community events that celebrate the shared experience of living between the water and the sky, fostering a sense of connection that defines the neighborhood character. While the area maintains a modest profile, it has been home to individuals such as the legendary entertainer Jerry Vale, whose voice once echoed the mid-century optimism of the region. The pace of life here is measured not by the clock, but by the shifting color of the water and the changing seasons that brush against the island.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Public Beach (Local Recreation) — 0.2 mi, 159° S
Martin Bloom Community Pavilion (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 096° E
Ventnor City Beach or Boardwalk (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 073° E
Amherst Avenue Waterfront Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 260° W
Minnie Creek Wetlands (Local Conservation Area) — 0.8 mi, 344° N
Tribeca Island Nature Reserve (Nature Reserve) — 1.0 mi, 268° W
Pork Island Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 1.0 mi, 313° NW
Dedication Plaque (Monument) — 1.3 mi, 234° SW
Longport Veterans Monument (Monument) — 1.5 mi, 231° SW
Longport Welcome Sign (Attraction) — 1.5 mi, 232° SW
Whirlpool Island Park (Local Conservation Area) — 1.6 mi, 345° N
Great Egg Coast Guard Station (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 229° SW
Malibu Beach Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.4 mi, 244° SW
Chelsea Heights Nature Overlook (Viewpoint) — 2.7 mi, 048° NE
Zephyr Gallery (Gallery) — 3.5 mi, 061° NE
Tropicana Showroom (Theatre) — 3.6 mi, 061° NE
Imax (Cinema) — 3.6 mi, 060° NE
Noyes Arts Garage (Gallery) — 4.0 mi, 056° NE
Circus Maximus Theater (Theatre) — 4.1 mi, 062° NE
Tilton 9 (Cinema) — 4.9 mi, 326° NW
Wentworth Gallery (Gallery) — 5.0 mi, 063° NE
Gardners Point (Attraction) — 5.6 mi, 053° NE
Johnny B. Goode (Attraction) — 5.7 mi, 229° SW
The Ocean City Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 6.1 mi, 230° SW
Ocean City Historical Museum (Museum) — 6.1 mi, 230° SW
Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 6.5 mi, 021° N
Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Marine Protected Area) — 6.6 mi, 267° W
Turtle (Murtle) statue (Public Artwork) — 7.4 mi, 000° N
Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 8.8 mi, 032° NE · 130k acres
Brigantine National Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 10.1 mi, 040° NE · 6,922 acres

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