ZIP Code 08840: Metuchen, New Jersey
ZIP code 08840 covers part or all of Metuchen in Middlesex County, New Jersey. Its reference point is at latitude 40.5449 and longitude -74.3517 (40°32'41.6"N 74°21'06.1"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 08840
08840 is the only ZIP code listed for Metuchen, 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 08837 in Edison, NJ, about 1.1 mi to the southeast.
| ZIP code | 08840 |
|---|---|
| City | Metuchen |
| County | Middlesex County |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| Latitude | 40.5449 |
| Longitude | -74.3517 |
| DMS | 40°32'41.6"N 74°21'06.1"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 08837 (Edison, 1.1 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 08840
Map centered on 40.5449, -74.3517. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Metuchen, NJ
ZIP Codes Near 08840
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 08840, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 08840, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Edison, NJ (1.1 mi southeast), Fords, NJ (2.1 mi east) and Iselin, NJ (2.6 mi northeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Edison, NJ – 1.1 mi southeast
- Fords, NJ – 2.1 mi east
- Iselin, NJ – 2.6 mi northeast
- Keasbey, NJ – 3.2 mi southeast
- Woodbridge, NJ – 3.6 mi east
- Colonia, NJ – 3.8 mi northeast
- Avenel, NJ – 4.3 mi northeast
- South Plainfield, NJ – 4.3 mi northwest
- Perth Amboy, NJ – 4.4 mi southeast
- Sewaren, NJ – 4.8 mi east
Schools Near Metuchen, NJ
If you are moving to ZIP code 08840, check the school district serving Metuchen and Middlesex County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Edison and Fords can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 08840.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Metuchen. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 08840 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Metuchen, NJ can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 08840 may also use facilities in nearby Edison, Fords and Iselin.
Shopping and Dining in Metuchen
For places to eat and shop near Metuchen, NJ, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 08840.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Metuchen, New Jersey can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 08840.
To research local history, try searching for Middlesex County records and archives along with the name Metuchen.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 08840, Edison lies about 1.1 mi to the southeast, Fords lies about 2.1 mi to the east, Iselin lies about 2.6 mi to the northeast, Keasbey lies about 3.2 mi to the southeast and Woodbridge lies about 3.6 mi to the east. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Metuchen show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 08840
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Woodwild Park, Metuchen, NJ - stone gate”): Zeete, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 08840 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.