ZIP Code 08742: Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey
ZIP code 08742 covers part or all of Point Pleasant Beach in Ocean County, New Jersey. Its reference point is at latitude 40.0806 and longitude -74.0595 (40°04'50.2"N 74°03'34.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 08742
08742 is the only ZIP code listed for Point Pleasant Beach, NJ in our directory.
Across Ocean County there are 32 ZIP codes listed, and New Jersey has 753 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 08730 in Brielle, NJ, about 1.9 mi to the north.
| ZIP code | 08742 |
|---|---|
| City | Point Pleasant Beach |
| County | Ocean County |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| Latitude | 40.0806 |
| Longitude | -74.0595 |
| DMS | 40°04'50.2"N 74°03'34.2"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 08730 (Brielle, 1.9 mi) |
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Map of ZIP Code 08742
Map centered on 40.0806, -74.0595. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 08742
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 08742, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 08742, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Brielle, NJ (1.9 mi north), Manasquan, NJ (2.8 mi north) and Brick, NJ (3.0 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Brielle, NJ – 1.9 mi north
- Manasquan, NJ – 2.8 mi north
- Brick, NJ – 3.0 mi west
- Mantoloking, NJ – 3.8 mi south
- Sea Girt, NJ – 3.8 mi north
- Allenwood, NJ – 4.9 mi northwest
- Spring Lake, NJ – 5.2 mi north
- Belmar, NJ – 6.1 mi north
- Lavallette, NJ – 7.1 mi south
- Lakewood, NJ – 7.7 mi west
Schools Near Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 08742 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Point Pleasant Beach and Ocean County.
Searching nearby communities such as Brielle and Manasquan can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 08742.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Point Pleasant Beach, NJ are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 08742.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Point Pleasant Beach, NJ can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 08742 may also use facilities in nearby Brielle, Manasquan and Brick.
Shopping and Dining in Point Pleasant Beach
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 08742 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 08742.
To research local history, try searching for Ocean County records and archives along with the name Point Pleasant Beach.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 08742, Brielle lies about 1.9 mi to the north, Manasquan lies about 2.8 mi to the north, Brick lies about 3.0 mi to the west, Mantoloking lies about 3.8 mi to the south and Sea Girt lies about 3.8 mi to the north. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Point Pleasant Beach show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 08742
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Greetings from Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey - Large Letter Postcard (9311971447)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Greetings from Pt. Pleasant Beach - Large Letter Postcard (11025199015)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 08742 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.