Springfield New Jersey Map

About Springfield, New Jersey

Springfield is a locality in Union County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,304. The population density is 1331.7 people per km². Springfield is located at 40.7049°N, 74.3172°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.

Springfield, Union County, unfolds as a landscape of gentle slopes and verdant expanses, where suburban tranquility meets the hum of commerce. It lies 3.5 miles north-north-west of Union County, NJ (from Union County, NJ: bearing 334°T), and is situated 6.8 miles south-south-west of Essex. The terrain, a mosaic of well-tended lawns and mature trees, offers a refreshing air, particularly after a summer rain, carrying the faint scent of damp earth and blooming hydrangeas. Broad avenues, lined with diverse architectural styles, reflect the quiet aspirations of its residents, while the distant murmur of traffic hints at the larger metropolitan pulses that lie beyond its borders. The Rahway River, a vital artery, meanders through its heart, its banks a canvas of reeds and willow branches, offering moments of quiet reflection amidst the daily ebb and flow of life. The history of Springfield is deeply entwined with the pioneering spirit of early American settlers, many of whom were drawn to its fertile soil and strategic location. Its economic character, once defined by agricultural pursuits and later by burgeoning industries, has evolved into a dynamic blend of retail, professional services, and a robust residential base. Remnants of its past can still be glimpsed in the enduring structures that dot its older neighborhoods, each brick and beam whispering tales of generations who shaped this community. Springfield’s proximity to major transit routes has fostered a lively exchange of goods and ideas, contributing to its enduring appeal as a place where both history and progress find a comfortable coexistence, a place where the past is not forgotten but rather informs the present with a subtle, enduring grace.

About This Springfield Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Springfield, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.704912, -74.317231. 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 Springfield and Union County.

Detailed location data for Springfield includes the ZIP code (08041), telephone area code (856, 609, 201, 551), county seat of Union County (Elizabeth), and school district assignment (Springfield 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 Springfield is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.