Carteret
A community guide to Carteret in New Jersey, the United States.
- Population
- 25,326 residents
- Region
- New Jersey
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 40.5773, -74.2282
Getting there
Reaching Carteret typically involves the regional road network of New Jersey or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse the United States. Local routes link Carteret to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of New Jersey. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Carteret.
Geography and location
Carteret sits at approximate coordinates 40.5773 latitude and -74.2282 longitude within New Jersey. The terrain and natural features around Carteret reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider New Jersey road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Overview
Carteret is a populated place in New Jersey, the United States. The community supports 25,326 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of New Jersey. Its position within the broader regional network gives Carteret a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.