ZIP Code 08862: Perth Amboy, New Jersey
ZIP code 08862 covers part or all of Perth Amboy in Middlesex County, New Jersey. Its reference point is at latitude 40.43 and longitude -74.4173 (40°25'48.0"N 74°25'02.3"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 08862
Perth Amboy, NJ has 2 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 08862, they include 08861.
Across Middlesex County there are 51 ZIP codes listed, and New Jersey has 753 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 08570 (Cranbury, NJ), which shares the same reference point.
| ZIP code | 08862 |
|---|---|
| City | Perth Amboy |
| County | Middlesex County |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| Latitude | 40.43 |
| Longitude | -74.4173 |
| DMS | 40°25'48.0"N 74°25'02.3"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 08570 (Cranbury, same location) |
Map of ZIP Code 08862
Map centered on 40.43, -74.4173. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Video: Perth Amboy, NJ
Downtown Perth Amboy NJ | Walking Smith Street — The City’s Hidden Energy (4K) — by Pibry POV · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 08862
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 08862, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 08862, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Cranbury, NJ (same reference point), Edison, NJ (same reference point) and Piscataway, NJ (same reference point). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Cranbury, NJ – same reference point
- Edison, NJ – same reference point
- Piscataway, NJ – same reference point
- Sayreville, NJ – same reference point
- South River, NJ – same reference point
- New Brunswick, NJ – same reference point
- East Brunswick, NJ – 0.6 mi east
- Milltown, NJ – 1.8 mi northwest
- Spotswood, NJ – 3.5 mi southeast
Schools Near Perth Amboy, NJ
If you are moving to ZIP code 08862, check the school district serving Perth Amboy and Middlesex County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Cranbury and Edison can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 08862.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Perth Amboy. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 08862 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Perth Amboy, NJ can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 08862 may also use facilities in nearby Cranbury, Edison and Piscataway.
Shopping and Dining in Perth Amboy
For places to eat and shop near Perth Amboy, NJ, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 08862.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Perth Amboy, New Jersey can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 08862.
To research local history, try searching for Middlesex County records and archives along with the name Perth Amboy.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 08862, Cranbury shares the same reference point, Edison shares the same reference point, Piscataway shares the same reference point, Sayreville shares the same reference point and South River shares the same reference point. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Perth Amboy show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 08862
Photo & Video Credits
- Video: “Downtown Perth Amboy NJ | Walking Smith Street — The City’s Hidden Energy (4K)” by Pibry POV, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
Data for ZIP code 08862 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.