Stirling New Jersey Map

About Stirling, New Jersey

Stirling is a locality in Morris County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,599. The population density is 473.6 people per km². Stirling is located at 40.6720°N, 74.4949°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.

Stirling rests in a gentle embrace of rolling terrain, where the land itself seems to sigh with the passage of seasons. It lies 4.2 miles east of Bernards, NJ (from Bernards, NJ: bearing 89°T), and is situated 5.3 miles west-north-west of Plainfield. Oak and maple trees, their leaves catching the golden light of late afternoon, form a verdant canopy over the winding roads, hinting at the deeper woodlands that lie just beyond the immediate residential streets. The air here carries a subtle crispness, particularly in autumn, a prelude to the chill that will eventually settle. Even on a bright day, there’s a certain quietude that pervades Stirling, a sense that the earth is breathing a slow, steady rhythm, unhurried by the clamor of distant cities. The history of Stirling is subtly etched into its landscape, a testament to the agricultural roots that once defined this corner of Morris County. Once a vital hub for farming and local industry, its past is reflected in the sturdy, older homes that stand alongside newer constructions, each telling a part of the story. The Passaic River, a quiet force nearby, once powered mills and carried goods, its waters a silent witness to generations of life. Today, Stirling thrives as a residential haven, its economy now largely tied to the broader metropolitan area, yet it retains a distinct character, a sense of place that draws families seeking a connection to the land and a peaceful existence.

About This Stirling Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Stirling, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.672046, -74.494877. 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 Stirling and Morris County.

Detailed location data for Stirling includes the ZIP code (07980), telephone area code (908), county seat of Morris County (Morristown), and school district assignment (Long Hill 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 Stirling is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.