Middletown New Jersey Map

About Middletown, New Jersey

Middletown is a locality in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of 66,500. The population density is 680.0 people per km². Middletown is located at 40.3943°N, 74.1171°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 7748.

Middletown unfolds across a landscape of gentle coastal plains, where the air often carries the briny tang of the Atlantic. It lies 9.0 miles north-west of Long Branch, NJ (from Long Branch, NJ: bearing 313°T), and is situated 9.4 miles north of Monmouth. Rolling hills, softened by centuries of cultivation and development, give way to the more rugged terrain bordering the Navesink and Shrewsbury Rivers. These waterways, vital arteries of the region, carve their paths through lush valleys, their banks lined with mature oaks and maples that blaze with color in the autumn. In summer, the sunlight here possesses a particular quality, a warm, diffused glow that softens the edges of the suburban sprawl and lends a quiet dignity to the older, more established neighborhoods. The very feel of Middletown is one of quiet prosperity, a place where the rhythms of suburban life are underscored by the distant murmur of traffic and the rustle of leaves. Originally a farming community, Middletown’s agricultural roots are still visible in the patchwork of fields that remain, especially as one travels west of the main commercial corridors. The town's history is deeply intertwined with the development of the Jersey Shore, serving as a gateway and a vital hub for the communities further east. Its economy has long since diversified, embracing a mix of retail, services, and a growing presence in technology and healthcare, reflecting the broader economic shifts of the region. Generations of families have put down roots here, drawn by the good schools and the proximity to both urban centers and the natural beauty of the shore. Notable landmarks include the historic Twin Lights lighthouse, a beacon of maritime history, and the sprawling Hartshorne Woods Park, offering miles of trails that wind through coastal forests and provide breathtaking views of the ocean.

About This Middletown Map Page

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

Detailed location data for Middletown includes the ZIP code (08270), telephone area code (732, 848), county seat of Monmouth County (Freehold), and school district assignment. 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 Middletown is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.