ZIP Code 08901: New Brunswick, New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ uses ZIP code 08901, which falls within Middlesex County, New Jersey. Its reference point is at latitude 40.4891 and longitude -74.4482 (40°29'20.8"N 74°26'53.5"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 08901
New Brunswick, NJ has 8 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 08901, they include 08903, 08905, 08906, 08922, 08933, 08988, 08989.
Across Middlesex County there are 51 ZIP codes listed, and New Jersey has 753 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 08904 in Highland Park, NJ, about 1.3 mi to the northeast.
| ZIP code | 08901 |
|---|---|
| City | New Brunswick |
| County | Middlesex County |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| Latitude | 40.4891 |
| Longitude | -74.4482 |
| DMS | 40°29'20.8"N 74°26'53.5"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 08904 (Highland Park, 1.3 mi) |
All ZIP codes in New Brunswick, NJ · All New Jersey ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 08901
Map centered on 40.4891, -74.4482. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of New Brunswick, NJ
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ZIP Codes Near 08901
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 08901, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 08901, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Highland Park, NJ (1.3 mi northeast), Edison, NJ (2.6 mi northeast) and Milltown, NJ (2.8 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Highland Park, NJ – 1.3 mi northeast
- Edison, NJ – 2.6 mi northeast
- Milltown, NJ – 2.8 mi south
- Somerset, NJ – 2.9 mi west
- North Brunswick, NJ – 3.0 mi southwest
- Piscataway, NJ – 4.3 mi north
- Cranbury, NJ – 4.4 mi south
- Perth Amboy, NJ – 4.4 mi south
- Sayreville, NJ – 4.4 mi south
- South River, NJ – 4.4 mi south
Schools Near New Brunswick, NJ
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 08901 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves New Brunswick and Middlesex County.
Searching nearby communities such as Highland Park and Edison can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 08901.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around New Brunswick, NJ are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 08901.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving New Brunswick, NJ can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 08901 may also use facilities in nearby Highland Park, Edison and Milltown.
Shopping and Dining in New Brunswick
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 08901 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near New Brunswick, New Jersey can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 08901.
To research local history, try searching for Middlesex County records and archives along with the name New Brunswick.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 08901, Highland Park lies about 1.3 mi to the northeast, Edison lies about 2.6 mi to the northeast, Milltown lies about 2.8 mi to the south, Somerset lies about 2.9 mi to the west and North Brunswick lies about 3.0 mi to the southwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near New Brunswick show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 08901
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Livingston Avenue United Church of God - panoramio”): Timothy Shields, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Saint Mary of Mount Virgin Roman Catholic Church”): Ben McLaughlin, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Saint Mary of Mount Virgin Roman Catholic Church front”): Ben McLaughlin, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Rutgers University–New Brunswick | 4K Campus Drone Tour” by CampusMania, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 08901 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.