Explore Strathmore, New Jersey, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Strathmore |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Monmouth County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 40.395942 |
| Longitude | -74.213478 |
| Population | 7,225 |
| Density | 1414.6 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 07747 |
| Area Code | 732, 848 |
| County Seat | Freehold |
| School District | Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District |
Strathmore possesses a landscape defined by the persistent, rhythmic presence of the Mohingson Creek as it carves a path through the local terrain. It lies 3.8 miles northeast of Middle, NJ (from Middle, NJ: bearing 36°T), and is situated 6.6 miles southwest of Upper. The land surrounding Strathmore rises into the gentle, verdant slopes of the Mount Pleasant Hills, which provide a quiet boundary to the west. Residents often find solace in the Municipal Open Space, a sprawling, preserved corridor that anchors the neighborhood’s natural character. While the Atlantic Ocean sits twelve miles away, the air here carries a faint, salt-tinged memory of the tides. A short walk reveals the serene surface of Lake Matawan, reflecting the heavy, golden light that settles over the region during the long, humid afternoons of late summer.
Strathmore emerged from the suburban expansion of the mid-twentieth century, shifting from agrarian roots into the organized residential development that defines the modern streetscape. The local economy relies heavily on the steady flow of commerce and professional services that characterize this busy corridor of the state. Small businesses and service-oriented industries support the daily needs of inhabitants, ensuring that the wheels of local enterprise turn with consistent, quiet efficiency. While the larger industrial titans of the region operate elsewhere, Strathmore maintains a focus on the domestic life of its working professionals. The historical transition from open fields to structured neighborhoods remains visible in the architecture, which mirrors the pragmatic ambitions of the families who chose to call Strathmore home.
Strathmore cultivates a cultural identity centered on the quiet, collective habits of suburban life and the shared stewardship of its public spaces. The Municipal Open Space serves as a common ground for residents, hosting seasonal gatherings that mark the turning of the year. While the area does not host the grand monuments found in major metropolitan centers, the local schools and the proximity to the Mount Pleasant Hills provide a sense of place that is both stable and enduring. Notable figures, such as the actor Danny DeVito, who spent his formative years in the region, reflect the modest, hardworking character that persists here. Life in Strathmore follows a predictable, comfortable cadence, where the evening shadows stretch across the lawns and the distant hum of the world beyond fades into the quietude of the evening.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Strathmore, New Jersey. Coordinates: 40.395942, -74.213478. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Strathmore includes the ZIP code (07747), telephone area code (732, 848), county seat of Monmouth County (Freehold), and school district assignment (Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |