Shark River Hills New Jersey Map

About Shark River Hills, New Jersey

Shark River Hills is a locality in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,974. The population density is 1368.1 people per km². Shark River Hills is located at 40.1940°N, 74.0487°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.

Shark River Hills unfolds as a landscape of subtle contours and verdant inclinations, where the land gently swells and recedes, hinting at the proximity of the Atlantic. It lies 1.6 miles south-west of Neptune, NJ (from Neptune, NJ: bearing 227°T), and is situated 6.0 miles south-east of Monmouth. Oak and maple trees, their branches reaching with a quiet tenacity, cast dappled shadows across well-kept lawns, while the air carries the distinct tang of salt, a constant reminder of the coast. The streets here possess a certain unhurried grace, lined with homes that speak of generations who have found solace and rootedness in this terrain. Even the light seems to possess a softer quality, particularly as the day wanes, bathing the neighborhood in a warm, diffused glow that invites a slower pace. The history of Shark River Hills is intertwined with the broader narrative of Monmouth County's development, evolving from its agricultural roots to become a desirable residential enclave. Its economy, once more directly tied to the land, now thrives on the services and commerce that support its growing population, with a distinctive local flavor emanating from its independent businesses and community spirit. The Shark River itself, a vital artery of the region, offers opportunities for recreation and contemplation, its waters reflecting the changing skies and the enduring character of Shark River Hills.

About This Shark River Hills Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Shark River Hills, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.194002, -74.048749. 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 Shark River Hills and Monmouth County.

Detailed location data for Shark River Hills includes the ZIP code (07753), telephone area code (732, 848), county seat of Monmouth County (Freehold), and school district assignment (Neptune Township 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 Shark River Hills is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.