Colts Neck, New Jersey
Colts Neck: township in Monmouth County, New Jersey
About
Colts Neck is a township located in the county of Monmouth in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Its population at the 2010 census was 10,142 and a population density of 319 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 9,841 inhabitants.
The township was created 179 years ago in 1847.
Quick Facts about Colts Neck
| Population | 9,841 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Jersey (United States) |
| County | Monmouth County |
| Postal code | 07722 |
| Area | 31.79 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.2876,-74.1724 |
| Altitude | 194 feet / 59 meters |
| Establishment | February 18, 1847 (179 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 06:42:37 (16th April 2026) |
| Density | 310 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.06% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 66℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Colts Neck is located at 40°17'15"N 74°10'21"W (40.2876100, -74.1723700). It has 5 neighbors: Marlboro, Middletown, Wall Township, Holmdel and Tinton Falls.
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 66. West wind around 5 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Colts Neck decreased by 3.06% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,142 | - | census |
| 2011 | 10,115 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 10,068 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 10,059 | -0.09% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 10,010 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 9,964 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 9,920 | -0.44% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 9,896 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 9,870 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 9,822 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 9,841 | 0.19% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Colts Neck
1Dorbrook Recreation Area
353 County Rd 537, Colts Neck, NJ 07722, United States View details
Phone: +17325421642 | Website available
2Big Brook Preserve
95 Hillsdale Rd, Colts Neck, NJ 07722, United States View details
3Cross Farm Park
10 Longbridge Rd, Colts Neck, NJ 07722, United States View details
Phone: +17324754500 | Website available
44JG Orchards & Vineyards
127 Hillsdale Rd, Colts Neck, NJ 07722, United States View details
Phone: +19089308066 | Website available
5Schlesinger Preserve
95 Crine Rd, Colts Neck, NJ 07722, United States View details
Phone: +17327806666 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Colts Neck
1Colts Neck Twp Office
124 Cedar Dr, Colts Neck, NJ 07722 View details
Phone: +17324625470 | Website available
People born in Colts Neck (8)
People born in Colts Neck, including politician Charles Haight, college football coach Al Golden, loyalist Colonel Tye, .
More notable people
- John Tyler Haight (American politician) he was born in 15/10/1841
- Jacquie Lee (American singer) she was born in 25/06/1997
- Pat Light (American professional baseball player) he was born in 29/03/1991
- Stephen M. Engel he was born in 01/01/2000
- Mingo Jack (black man lynched by a mob over false rape accusation) he was born in 01/01/1820
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Colts Neck, NJ. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 183859 | Brookdale Community College | Lincroft (NJ) | 07738-1597 |
Nearby Transit Stations (24)
Rail and bus stations connected to Colts Neck, NJ. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| NBK | New Brunswick station | French and Albany Streets | RAIL |
| MET | Metropark station | 100 Middlesex-Essex Turnpike | RAIL |
| PJC | Princeton Junction station | 2 Wallace Road | RAIL |
| EWR | Newark Liberty International Airport | Newark Liberty International Airport | RAIL |
| TRE | Trenton Transit Center | 72 South Clinton Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Colts Neck.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Colts Neck Post Office | Colts Neck (NJ) | 07722 |
Other cities in Monmouth County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Monmouth County , NJ. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton | 86,722 | Township in Mercer County, New Jersey, United States |
| Manalapan | 39,225 | Township in Monmouth County, New Jersey |
| Long Branch | 30,210 | City in New Jersey, United States |
| Hazlet | 19,641 | Township in Monmouth County, New Jersey |
| Tinton Falls | 17,406 | Borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States |
| Holmdel | 16,670 | Township of New Jersey |
| Asbury Park | 15,377 | City in New Jersey, United States |
| West Freehold | 13,613 | Census designated place |
| Eatontown | 12,132 | Borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States |
| Freehold | 11,658 | Borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States |
| Keansburg | 9,614 | Borough in New Jersey, United States |
| Matawan | 8,607 | Borough in New Jersey, United States |
| West Long Branch | 7,875 | Borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey |
| Keyport | 6,951 | Town in Monmouth County, New Jersey |
| Rumson | 6,671 | Borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States |
| Yorketown | 6,535 | Neighborhood |
Distance to Other Cities
Colts Neck distances to largest New Jersey cities