Smithville New Jersey Map

About Smithville, New Jersey

Smithville is a locality in Atlantic County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,545. The population density is 644.1 people per km². Smithville is located at 39.4940°N, 74.4571°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.

Smithville breathes with the quiet hum of the Pinelands, a place where the air carries the faint, sweet scent of pine needles and damp earth. Low, sandy ridges, softened by centuries of wind and rain, define the landscape, a gentle rise and fall that hints at the ancient waterways that once shaped this terrain. Cypress and pine trees stand sentinel, their branches reaching towards a sky that often holds a pearly, diffused light, especially in the late afternoon when the sun begins its descent. The ground itself, a soft, sandy loam, yields easily underfoot, a testament to the porous nature of the coastal plain. A quiet stillness often settles over Smithville, broken only by the rustle of leaves or the distant call of a bird, a gentle reminder of its deep connection to the natural world. This corner of Atlantic County, though seemingly serene, carries whispers of a past shaped by industry and resourcefulness. Originally a hub for cranberry farming, the rich, acidic soil proved fertile ground for the ruby-red fruit, a legacy that still subtly influences the local character and the occasional roadside stand. The nearby waterways, once vital arteries for transporting goods, now offer peaceful avenues for recreation, reflecting the sky in their calm currents. While the large-scale cranberry operations have largely receded, a spirit of artisanal production lingers, with local craftspeople and small businesses contributing to Smithville's distinctive economic tapestry. The rhythm of life here is one of measured progress, a steady pulse that honors both its agricultural roots and its evolving identity as a tranquil haven.

About This Smithville Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Smithville, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.494006, -74.457095. 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 Smithville and Atlantic County.

Detailed location data for Smithville includes the ZIP code (08060), telephone area code (856, 609), county seat of Atlantic County (Mays Landing), and school district assignment (Galloway 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 Smithville is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.