Pennington New Jersey Map

About Pennington, New Jersey

Pennington is a locality in Mercer County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,827. The population density is 1124.3 people per km². Pennington is located at 40.3284°N, 74.7907°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 32844.

Pennington, a borough in Mercer County, unfolds across a landscape gently sculpted by the passage of time and water, where the Millstone River whispers its ancient tales. It lies 3.5 miles west-north-west of Mercer, NJ (from Mercer, NJ: bearing 300°T), and is situated 8.1 miles north-north-west of Trenton. The terrain here is a subtle mosaic of rolling fields and mature woodlands, the air carrying the scent of damp earth and distant hay. Sunlight, particularly in the late afternoon, often casts a warm, honeyed glow across the broad lawns and the sturdy, historic homes that line its streets, lending a quiet dignity to the scene. The character of Pennington is one of understated grace, a place where the pace of life feels measured, allowing for moments of quiet contemplation amidst the verdant surroundings. The roots of Pennington run deep, tracing back to early agricultural endeavors that shaped its open spaces and the character of its settlement. Its economy, once more heavily tied to the land, now embraces a blend of small businesses and commuter life, serving the broader regional hub. Prominent among its historical markers is the Old Barracks Museum, a tangible link to the Revolutionary War, standing as a silent sentinel to the nation's formative years. This connection to history is not a distant echo but a living presence, felt in the preserved architecture and the community's palpable pride in its heritage. Pennington’s distinctive charm lies in this harmonious coexistence of past and present, a place that has retained its essential identity while gracefully adapting to the rhythms of modern life.

About This Pennington Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Pennington, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.32844, -74.790718. 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 Pennington and Mercer County.

Detailed location data for Pennington includes the ZIP code (08534), telephone area code (609, 640), county seat of Mercer County (Trenton), and school district assignment (Hopewell Valley 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 Pennington is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.