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South Plainfield New Jersey Map

Explore South Plainfield, New Jersey, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of South Plainfield, New Jersey

How to Use This South Plainfield, New Jersey Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for South Plainfield, New Jersey. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of New Jersey or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to South Plainfield.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	South Plainfield
State	New Jersey (NJ)
County	Middlesex County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	40.57927
Longitude	-74.41154
Population	24,338
Density	1132.7 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	07080
Area Code	201, 551
County Seat	New Brunswick
School District	South Plainfield Borough School District

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About South Plainfield, New Jersey

South Plainfield is a locality in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of 24,338. The population density is 1132.7 people per km². South Plainfield is located at 40.5793°N, 74.4115°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. South Plainfield is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 07080.

South Plainfield occupies a flat, terrestrial expanse where the quiet flow of the Bound Brook defines the rhythm of the local landscape. It lies 3.6 miles northwest of Metuchen, NJ (from Metuchen, NJ: bearing 315°T), and is situated 8.5 miles southwest of Union County. The environment hums with the subtle energy of a region positioned twenty miles from the nearest open coastline, carrying the faint, salt-tinged promise of the sea toward the horizon. Residents find solace in the open green spaces of Spring Lake Park, which serves as a central artery for outdoor activity. Beyond the immediate reach of the park, the terrain shifts toward the low, basin-like geography of the Kilmer Bowl. Even on days when the sky turns a heavy, metallic gray, the moisture in the air reminds one that the distant Atlantic influences the climate of the entire basin.

South Plainfield grew from its early agricultural foundations into a robust hub of industry and commerce that continues to shape its identity today. The local economy draws strength from a diverse mix of manufacturing and logistics, providing a steady pulse of activity that keeps the streets alive during the workweek. Throughout the years, the development of industrial corridors has transformed the landscape, turning former fields into centers of labor and trade. This focus on productivity mirrors the hardworking spirit of the surrounding region, where infrastructure and enterprise remain prioritized. The proximity to the William L Hutcheson Memorial Forest offers a quiet contrast to the industrious nature of the local economy. Such a balance between dense development and managed natural spaces creates a distinct, grounded atmosphere for those who dwell here.

South Plainfield maintains a cultural character defined by its blend of civic pride and shared community traditions that bring neighbors together throughout the year. Notable landmarks like the local parks provide gathering spots for seasonal festivals, where the air often fills with the scent of summer evenings and the sound of local conversation. While the town remains quiet in its daily habits, it has been home to individuals of genuine renown, such as the actor Danny Aiello, who once walked these same streets. Visitors might look toward the distant horizon where Nook Hill rises, or perhaps spend a reflective afternoon near the waters of the East Branch Reservoir. Such quiet landmarks offer a sense of continuity, grounding the lives of residents in a place that values its own specific history. The steady, unpretentious pace of life here ensures that the community remains a distinct entity, separate from the frantic speed of the wider metropolitan sprawl.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Spring Lake Park (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 259° W
Jayne Investment (Local Recreation) — 0.4 mi, 105° E
Pitt Street Park (Local Recreation) — 0.5 mi, 237° SW
Memorial Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 161° S
Environmental Education Reserve (Local Conservation Area) — 0.6 mi, 243° SW
Edison Township Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 1.4 mi, 080° E
Acting Out Metuchen (Theatre) — 3.7 mi, 134° SE
Galerie Westerhoff (Gallery) — 3.8 mi, 136° SE
Washington Rock State Park (State Park) — 3.8 mi, 308° NW
8k Cinemas Movie City (Cinema) — 3.8 mi, 097° E
Freedom Plaza (Monument) — 3.8 mi, 135° SE
Bowery Art Collective (Gallery) — 3.9 mi, 136° SE
BASeCAMP Studio & Gallery (Gallery) — 3.9 mi, 137° SE
Scenic View at Washington Rock (Viewpoint) — 3.9 mi, 306° NW
Finding a Way in This World (Public Artwork) — 4.0 mi, 196° S
Rutgers Cinema (Cinema) — 4.0 mi, 200° S
Livingston Theater (Theatre) — 4.0 mi, 196° S
Veterans War Memorial (Monument) — 4.3 mi, 264° W
Abraham Lincoln (Monument) — 4.3 mi, 264° W
Paul Robeson Cultural Center (Arts Centre) — 4.6 mi, 213° SW
Monster Mini Golf (Attraction) — 4.8 mi, 163° S
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park (State Park) — 5.5 mi, 206° SW
Rutgers Geology Museum (Museum) — 5.9 mi, 198° S
Old Mill Ruins (Historic Ruins) — 5.9 mi, 005° N
George Dealaman Nature Trail and Pond (Nature Reserve) — 5.9 mi, 303° NW
SeaQuest (Aquarium) — 6.1 mi, 104° E
Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 8.3 mi, 343° N · 16k acres
Great Swamp Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 8.6 mi, 346° N · 3,611 acres
Gateway National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 14.6 mi, 102° E · 47k acres

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