ZIP Code 08844: Hillsborough, New Jersey
Hillsborough, NJ uses ZIP code 08844, which falls within Somerset County, New Jersey. Its reference point is at latitude 40.4775 and longitude -74.6272 (40°28'39.0"N 74°37'37.9"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 08844
08844 is the only ZIP code listed for Hillsborough, NJ in our directory.
Across Somerset County there are 31 ZIP codes listed, and New Jersey has 753 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 08502 in Belle Mead, NJ, about 2.5 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 08844 |
|---|---|
| City | Hillsborough |
| County | Somerset County |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| Latitude | 40.4775 |
| Longitude | -74.6272 |
| DMS | 40°28'39.0"N 74°37'37.9"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 08502 (Belle Mead, 2.5 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Hillsborough, NJ · All New Jersey ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 08844
Map centered on 40.4775, -74.6272. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 08844
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 08844, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 08844, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Belle Mead, NJ (2.5 mi southwest), Blawenburg, NJ (4.2 mi southwest) and Manville, NJ (4.7 mi north). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Belle Mead, NJ – 2.5 mi southwest
- Blawenburg, NJ – 4.2 mi southwest
- Manville, NJ – 4.7 mi north
- Zarephath, NJ – 4.8 mi northeast
- Rocky Hill, NJ – 5.3 mi south
- Franklin Park, NJ – 5.3 mi southeast
- Skillman, NJ – 5.4 mi southwest
- Kendall Park, NJ – 5.5 mi southeast
- Flagtown, NJ – 6.3 mi north
- Raritan, NJ – 6.3 mi north
Schools Near Hillsborough, NJ
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 08844 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Hillsborough and Somerset County.
Searching nearby communities such as Belle Mead and Blawenburg can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 08844.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Hillsborough, NJ are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 08844.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Hillsborough, NJ can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 08844 may also use facilities in nearby Belle Mead, Blawenburg and Manville.
Shopping and Dining in Hillsborough
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 08844 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Hillsborough, New Jersey can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 08844.
To research local history, try searching for Somerset County records and archives along with the name Hillsborough.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 08844, Belle Mead lies about 2.5 mi to the southwest, Blawenburg lies about 4.2 mi to the southwest, Manville lies about 4.7 mi to the north, Zarephath lies about 4.8 mi to the northeast and Rocky Hill lies about 5.3 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Hillsborough show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 08844
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Winter”): Pieter Ruiter, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 08844 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.