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Trenton New Jersey Map

Explore Trenton, 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 Trenton, New Jersey

How to Use This Trenton, New Jersey Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Trenton, 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 Trenton.

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.

CityTrenton
StateNew Jersey (NJ)
CountyMercer County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/New_York)
Latitude40.223841
Longitude-74.763624
Population90,871
Density4629.3 /km²
IncorporatedYes
ZIP Codes08609, 08601, 08602, 08603, 08604
Area Code609, 640
County SeatTrenton
School DistrictTrenton City School District

About Trenton, New Jersey

Trenton is a locality in Mercer County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of 90,871. The population density is 4629.3 people per km². Trenton is located at 40.2238°N, 74.7636°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Trenton is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 08609, 08601, 08602.

Trenton occupies a significant stretch of the interior landscape, defined by a terrain that favors low-lying plains and the quiet transition of suburban density into the structured grid of a historic center. It lies 2.8 miles northwest of White Horse, NJ (from White Horse, NJ: bearing 310°T), and is situated 5.9 miles south of Mercer. The local environment is shaped by the presence of Assunpink Creek, which flows through the area, providing a subtle, rhythmic constant to the movement of the local air. Residents often find respite at Jefferson Vincent Park, a space that serves as a necessary anchor for the community, while the distant, hazy silhouette of Middlebrook Heights provides a faint suggestion of elevation on the horizon. The quality of light here during the transition from afternoon to dusk often softens the edges of brick facades, turning the gray stone and industrial ironwork into silhouettes that seem to hold the quiet, enduring weight of the past.

Founding narratives of Trenton are deeply rooted in the strategic necessity of its position along the inland transit routes that have long connected the wider region. Early development was dictated by the movement of people and goods across the plains, establishing a settlement that grew through the necessity of production and trade. The character of Trenton emerged from these early interactions, where the intersection of colonial ambitions and the practical requirements of a growing population created a distinct, resilient identity. This history is not merely a collection of dates but a lingering presence, visible in the architecture that has survived the shifting tides of industrial transformation and the persistent, quiet labor of generations.

Economic life in Trenton has historically balanced the demands of manufacturing with a focus on administrative and educational service sectors. The infrastructure reflects a long-standing commitment to the movement of commerce, supported by a network of roads and rail lines that keep Trenton linked to the broader regional economy. Educational institutions play a fundamental role in maintaining this intellectual and professional stability, providing a steady influx of students and researchers who contribute to the ongoing vitality of the neighborhood. The rhythm of daily life is punctuated by the steady hum of this professional activity, which provides a grounding influence that persists even as the specific industries within the city undergo their inevitable cycles of change.

Cultural life in Trenton is marked by a diverse array of community events and a deep appreciation for the landmarks that define its physical identity. Scudders Falls serves as a point of interest for those seeking the movement of water, while the local calendar is filled with festivals that celebrate the specific heritage of the people who call the area home. The city maintains a legacy of engagement with both professional and collegiate athletics, fostering a sense of shared pride that echoes through the streets. Notable figures from the arts and public life have emerged from the fabric of Trenton, leaving an imprint on the wider American consciousness that reflects the industrious, varied spirit of the place.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Meredith Havens Fire Museum (Museum) — 0.1 mi, 091° E
  • Trenton Battle Monument (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 336° NW
  • Washington Crossing the Delaware (Monument) — 0.4 mi, 162° S
  • Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park (State Park) — 0.5 mi, 262° W
  • Assunpink Greenway (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 070° E
  • Assunpink Creek Greenway (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 072° E
  • Trenton Ferry (Monument) — 0.9 mi, 188° S
  • Delaware Canal State Park (State Park) — 0.9 mi, 230° SW
  • Gray Stones (Undeveloped) (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 254° W
  • Cooper Field and Pool (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 174° S
  • Robert Morris Statue (Public Artwork) — 1.3 mi, 210° SW
  • Houe 8 (Attraction) — 1.4 mi, 305° NW
  • Ellarslie (Museum) — 1.6 mi, 303° NW
  • House 6 (Attraction) — 1.7 mi, 304° NW
  • Hog Island Cranes (Attraction) — 2.3 mi, 170° S
  • J A Roebling Memorial Park (Local Conservation Area) — 2.4 mi, 157° SE
  • Don Evan's Black Box Theater (Theatre) — 3.3 mi, 346° N
  • The Sarnoff Collection (Museum) — 3.3 mi, 347° N
  • Historic Fallsington Inc. (Museum) — 3.9 mi, 228° SW
  • Historic Bolton Mansion (Museum) — 5.9 mi, 223° SW
  • Abby's Paradise Theater (Theatre) — 6.3 mi, 244° SW
  • Vapor Trail (Attraction) — 6.3 mi, 245° SW
  • John Rogers House (Historic Ruins) — 6.7 mi, 066° NE
  • Lingzi Art Center (Arts Centre) — 6.8 mi, 246° SW
  • Scenic Overlook - Delaware River (Viewpoint) — 7.5 mi, 313° NW

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About This Trenton Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Trenton, New Jersey. Coordinates: 40.223841, -74.763624. 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 Trenton includes the ZIP code (08609, 08601, 08602), telephone area code (609, 640), county seat of Mercer County (Trenton), and school district assignment (Trenton City School District).

Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.

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 generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.