Matawan New Jersey Map

About Matawan, New Jersey

Matawan is a locality in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,710. The population density is 1642.0 people per km². Matawan is located at 40.4148°N, 74.2296°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 41483.

Matawan, a borough in Monmouth County, unfolds with a gentle, rolling terrain, its character shaped by the languid flow of the Matawan Creek and the nearby embrace of the Raritan Bay. It lies 6.1 miles west-north-west of Middletown, NJ (from Middletown, NJ: bearing 284°T), and is situated 7.1 miles east of Old Bridge. The land here is a study in verdant contrasts, where mature oaks and maples canopy residential streets, their leaves rustling a quiet symphony on the breeze, while open spaces offer glimpses of the wider sky. Along the creek's meandering path, a sense of tranquil seclusion prevails, punctuated by the occasional gleam of sunlight on water and the distant calls of waterfowl. The air itself carries a certain freshness, a blend of salt-tinged moisture from the bay and the earthy aroma of damp soil, especially potent after a summer shower. The history of Matawan is deeply entwined with the waterways that define it, serving for centuries as a vital artery for trade and transportation. Once a bustling hub for steamboats, its legacy whispers of a time when commerce flowed with the rhythm of the tides. The local economy, while diversified, still bears the imprint of its maritime past, with a modern economy that supports a vibrant community of shops and small businesses that lend a friendly hum to the daily life of Matawan. The borough's character is one of comfortable familiarity, a place where the pace allows for genuine connection, and the distinctive charm of its well-kept neighborhoods invites a sense of belonging.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Matawan, 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 Matawan and Monmouth County.

Detailed location data for Matawan includes the ZIP code (07747), telephone area code (732, 848), county seat of Monmouth County (Freehold), and school district assignment (Matawan-Aberdeen 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 Matawan is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.