Oceanport New Jersey Map

About Oceanport, New Jersey

Oceanport is a locality in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,195. The population density is 746.1 people per km². Oceanport is located at 40.3182°N, 74.0151°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 7703.

Oceanport defines its character through the winding path of Oceanport Creek, which slices through the landscape like a silver ribbon reflecting the shifting sky. It lies 1.5 miles northwest of Long Branch, NJ (from Long Branch, NJ: bearing 309°T), and is situated 7.0 miles northeast of Monmouth. The water draws the gaze toward the distant Atlantic Ocean, a mere two miles away, which dictates the salt-heavy tang of the breeze during the humid summer evenings. Beyond the creek, the land remains largely level, offering a quiet, suburban expanse where the light at dusk turns the marsh grasses a deep, bruised gold. Residents often find their way to Charles Park, a serene stretch of green that serves as a common ground for those seeking the stillness of the local outdoors. Further out, the Highlands of Navesink rise on the horizon to the north, providing a dark, jagged anchor for a sky that otherwise feels vast and uncontained. Oceanport emerged from the quiet expansion of the regional coast, evolving from its early agrarian roots into a place defined by the steady pulse of suburban life. The local economy has long since moved away from the soil, shifting toward a service-oriented rhythm that supports the professionals who commute into the wider orbit of the state. While the bustle of the nearby Atlantic Ocean once dictated the flow of seasonal trade, the modern industry of Oceanport relies on the stability of its residential neighborhoods and small-scale commerce. The transition from the working-class industries of the past to the current quietude has left the area with a resilient, understated identity. Even as the decades have turned, the town retains a sense of purpose, grounded in the maintenance of its homes and the steady stewardship of its surrounding waterways. Oceanport maintains a cultural character that balances the familiarity of neighbors with a profound appreciation for the natural features that define its borders. On quiet weekends, the sight of Raccoon Island emerging from the mist serves as a reminder of the proximity to the wilder tides of the coast. Residents frequently enjoy the calm waters near Lake Takanassee, a spot that captures the stillness of the region away from the salt spray of the larger sea. While the area is modest in its landmarks, it has been home to notable figures such as the musician Jon Bon Jovi, who brought a sense of global recognition to this quiet corner of the map. Life here moves with a deliberate pace, colored by the seasonal migration of birds through the marshland and the persistent, rhythmic hum of a community that knows its own boundaries well.

About This Oceanport Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Oceanport, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.318166, -74.015138. 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 Oceanport and Monmouth County.

Detailed location data for Oceanport includes the ZIP code (07757), telephone area code (732, 848), county seat of Monmouth County (Freehold), and school district assignment (Oceanport Borough 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 Oceanport is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.