ZIP Code 07008: Carteret, New Jersey
ZIP code 07008 covers part or all of Carteret in Middlesex County, New Jersey. Its reference point is at latitude 40.5823 and longitude -74.2313 (40°34'56.3"N 74°13'52.7"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 07008
07008 is the only ZIP code listed for Carteret, NJ in our directory.
Across Middlesex County there are 51 ZIP codes listed, and New Jersey has 753 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 07064 in Port Reading, NJ, about 1.1 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 07008 |
|---|---|
| City | Carteret |
| County | Middlesex County |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| Latitude | 40.5823 |
| Longitude | -74.2313 |
| DMS | 40°34'56.3"N 74°13'52.7"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 07064 (Port Reading, 1.1 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 07008
Map centered on 40.5823, -74.2313. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 07008
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 07008, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 07008, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Port Reading, NJ (1.1 mi southwest), Avenel, NJ (2.5 mi west) and Sewaren, NJ (2.5 mi southwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Port Reading, NJ – 1.1 mi southwest
- Avenel, NJ – 2.5 mi west
- Sewaren, NJ – 2.5 mi southwest
- Staten Island, NY – 3.1 mi northeast
- Rahway, NJ – 3.2 mi northwest
- Woodbridge, NJ – 3.3 mi southwest
- Linden, NJ – 3.9 mi north
- Colonia, NJ – 4.5 mi west
- Iselin, NJ – 4.5 mi west
Schools Near Carteret, NJ
If you are moving to ZIP code 07008, check the school district serving Carteret and Middlesex County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
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Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Carteret, NJ can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 07008 may also use facilities in nearby Port Reading, Avenel and Sewaren.
Shopping and Dining in Carteret
For places to eat and shop near Carteret, NJ, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 07008.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Carteret, New Jersey can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 07008.
To research local history, try searching for Middlesex County records and archives along with the name Carteret.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 07008, Port Reading lies about 1.1 mi to the southwest, Avenel lies about 2.5 mi to the west, Sewaren lies about 2.5 mi to the southwest, Staten Island lies about 3.1 mi to the northeast and Rahway lies about 3.2 mi to the northwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Carteret show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 07008
Data for ZIP code 07008 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.