Palmyra New Jersey Map

About Palmyra, New Jersey

Palmyra is a locality in Burlington County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,485. The population density is 1554.8 people per km². Palmyra is located at 40.0071°N, 75.0282°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.

Palmyra rests on the gentle incline leading down to the Delaware River, its landscape defined by the low, rolling hills characteristic of southern New Jersey's coastal plain. It lies 1.6 miles north-north-east of Morris, NJ (from Morris, NJ: bearing 32°T), and is situated 8.1 miles east-north-east of Philadelphia. Mature oak and maple trees line its residential streets, their canopies creating a dappled shade that softens the bright summer sun. The air here carries the damp, earthy scent of the river, especially after a rain, mingling with the fainter, sweeter perfume of honeysuckle climbing over weathered fences. The houses themselves, a mix of sturdy Victorians and more modest mid-century bungalows, seem to settle into their lots, their porches inviting a slower pace, a place where screen doors still slap shut with a familiar rhythm. The history of Palmyra is deeply connected to the Delaware River, a vital artery for trade and transportation since its earliest days. Lumber mills and boatyards once hummed with activity along its banks, their echoes now faded but their influence still felt in the sturdy, practical character of the community. While industry has shifted, the river remains central to Palmyra's identity, offering recreational opportunities and a constant, quiet presence. The town has retained a sense of its working-class roots, a place where neighbors know each other and the local diner still serves as a gathering point, a testament to enduring community spirit rather than grand historical monuments.

About This Palmyra Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Palmyra, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.007056, -75.028227. 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 Palmyra and Burlington County.

Detailed location data for Palmyra includes the ZIP code (08867), telephone area code (908, 856, 609), county seat of Burlington County (Mount Holly), and school district assignment (Palmyra 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 Palmyra is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.