Williams New Jersey Map
Explore Williams, New Jersey, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of Williams, New Jersey
| City | Williams |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Ocean County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 40.096782 |
| Longitude | -74.132362 |
| Population | 15,082 |
| Density | N/A /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 08724 |
| Area Code | 732, 848 |
| County Seat | Toms River |
About Williams, New Jersey
Williams is a locality in Ocean County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of 15,082. Williams is located at 40.0968°N, 74.1324°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 08724.Williams defines its character through the steady, rhythmic flow of Beaverdam Creek as it carves a path through the low-lying landscape. It lies 2.5 miles north of Brick, NJ (from Brick, NJ: bearing 10°T), and is situated 4.5 miles east of Lakewood. The air here carries a distinct salt-tinged freshness, a constant reminder that the expansive Atlantic Ocean lies only five miles to the east. Residents often take their morning walks near the quiet surface of Sawmill Pond, where the morning light reflects off the water in soft, muted tones. Far to the west, the faint, jagged silhouette of the Mount Pleasant Hills creates a permanent boundary against the horizon. The terrain remains largely flat and open, shaped by the influence of the marshy lowlands and the gentle shifts in the coastal breeze.
Williams emerged from early industrial efforts that prioritized access to the water for trade and resource processing. The local economy has long relied on a blend of small-scale manufacturing and service sectors that cater to the surrounding region. Workers here maintain the traditional values of the coastal trade, focusing on the maintenance of infrastructure and the steady commerce that keeps the neighborhood functioning. While the nearby Jackson State Forest provides a dense expanse of greenery, the core of the local economy remains tethered to the industrious spirit of the Atlantic coast. The transition from seasonal labor to a more permanent suburban base has fundamentally altered how people interact with the land, yet the underlying work ethic remains unchanged.
Williams fosters a quiet, deliberate cultural character that values the simple pleasures of a life lived near the water. During the warmer months, the community gathers for local recreation at Boland Field, where the open grass serves as a central hub for neighborhood interaction. The sight of Osborn Island in the distance provides a natural focal point for those looking out toward the horizon, grounding the visual experience of the region. Life in Williams moves at a pace dictated by the seasons, favoring the long, golden hours of late afternoon when the sky turns a deep, bruised violet. While no globally famous figures claim this specific soil as their primary residence, the people who remain here demonstrate a quiet resilience that mirrors the endurance of the land itself.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Saw Mill Pond (Local Conservation Area) — 0.6 mi, 072° E
- Municipal Open Space (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 326° NW
- Herbertsville Playground (Local Recreation) — 0.9 mi, 061° NE
- Vets Memorial Field (Local Recreation) — 1.0 mi, 138° SE
- Conservation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 1.0 mi, 249° W
- Beaver Dam Creek (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 127° SE
- Allaire State Park (State Park) — 1.9 mi, 357° N
- Camp Zehnder (State Park) — 1.9 mi, 357° N
- Beaver Dam Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 2.0 mi, 109° E
- Manasquan River Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.0 mi, 025° NE
- Spring Meadow Golf Course (State Recreation Area) — 3.6 mi, 001° N
- Coastal Living LLC (Attraction) — 3.9 mi, 079° E
- Brielle Borough Hall Monument (Monument) — 4.0 mi, 076° E
- Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 4.1 mi, 174° S · 130k acres
- R Berel Leifer's Shul (Monument) — 4.1 mi, 268° W
- Stu Wagner Memorial (Monument) — 4.6 mi, 107° E
- Main Street Gallery (Gallery) — 4.7 mi, 067° NE
- Jenkinson's XD Dark Ride (Attraction) — 5.0 mi, 095° E
- National Guard Militia Museum of New Jersey (Museum) — 5.2 mi, 070° E
- Vintage Computer Federation Museum (Museum) — 7.2 mi, 032° NE
- Veteran Wireless Operators Association (Museum) — 7.2 mi, 032° NE
- World War Ii Military Miniatures And Artifact Museum Gallery (Museum) — 7.2 mi, 032° NE
- New Jersey Shipwreck Museum (Museum) — 7.2 mi, 032° NE
- The Dancing Crab (Attraction) — 7.6 mi, 150° SE
- Bruce Springsteen Guitar Sculpture (Public Artwork) — 8.1 mi, 045° NE
- Riverside Observation Deck (Viewpoint) — 10.0 mi, 270° W
- Parlor Art Gallery (Gallery) — 10.4 mi, 037° NE
- The ShowRoom Cinema (Cinema) — 10.4 mi, 038° NE
- Art 629 (Gallery) — 10.4 mi, 038° NE
- House of Independents (Theatre) — 10.5 mi, 038° NE
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About This Williams Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Williams, New Jersey. Coordinates: 40.096782, -74.132362. 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 Williams includes the ZIP code (08724), telephone area code (732, 848), county seat of Ocean County (Toms River), and school district assignment.
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. |
