Perth Amboy, New Jersey
Perth Amboy: The most populous city in Middlesex County, New Jersey.
About
Perth Amboy is a city located in the county of Middlesex in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Its population at the 2010 census was 50,814 and a population density of 3,312 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 51,309 inhabitants.
The city was created 343 years ago in 1682.
Quick Facts about Perth Amboy
| Population | 51,309 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Jersey (United States) |
| County | Middlesex County |
| Postal code | 08861 |
| Area | 15.34 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.5068,-74.2654 |
| Altitude | 72 feet / 22 meters |
| Capital city | Perth Amboy is capital of East Jersey |
| Establishment | January 01, 1683 (343 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 02:50:23 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 3,344 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 0.96% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 83℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Perth Amboy is located at 40°30'24"N 74°15'56"W (40.5067700, -74.2654200). It has 3 neighbors: Sayreville, South Amboy and Staten Island.
Perth Amboy map
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 83.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Perth Amboy increased by 0.96% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 50,814 | - | census |
| 2011 | 51,137 | 0.63% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 51,556 | 0.81% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 51,722 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 51,832 | 0.21% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 51,705 | -0.25% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 51,765 | 0.12% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 51,821 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 51,677 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 51,390 | -0.56% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 51,309 | -0.16% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Perth Amboy
1Outerbridge Crossing
NJ-440, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, United States View details
Phone: +17183902502 | Website available
2The Proprietary House
149 Kearny Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, United States View details
Phone: +17328265527 | Website available
3Bruce A. Turcotte Memorial Park
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, United States View details
4Kearny Cottage Museum
63 Catalpa Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, United States View details
Phone: +17328261826 | Website available
5Lewis street, Perth Amboy
109 Lewis St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, United States View details
Where to Eat in Perth Amboy
1Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
553 Sayre Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, United States View details
Phone: +17326385918 | Website available
2Dunkin'
626 State St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, United States View details
Phone: +17323244316 | Website available
3Dunkin'
482 Smith St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, United States View details
Phone: +17328260884 | Website available
4Dunkin'
587 Fayette St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08862, United States View details
Phone: +17324428949 | Website available
5Subway
519 Convery Blvd, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861, United States View details
Phone: +17328267250 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Perth Amboy
1Perth Amboy City Hall
260 High St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 View details
Phone: +17328260290 | Website available
People born in Perth Amboy (106)
People born in Perth Amboy, including singer, musician, and songwriter Jon Bon Jovi, Puerto Rican singer Domingo Quiñones, lawyer and politician Edward James Patten, .
More notable people
- Richie Sambora (American rock musician) he was born in 11/07/1959
- John Grimek (American weightlifter) he was born in 17/06/1910
- Elizabeth Bogush (American actress) she was born in 24/09/1977
- Nicholas (metropolitan bishop of Amissos (1936-2011)) he was born in 23/02/1936
- Bernard J. Dwyer (politician (1921-1998)) he was born in 24/01/1921
- Arthur Franz (American actor (1920-2006)) he was born in 29/02/1920
- Dave Sabo (American musician) he was born in 16/09/1964
- Stanley Norman Cohen (American geneticist) he was born in 17/02/1935
- Morgan Foster Larson (American politician (1882-1961)) he was born in 15/06/1882
- Teddy Andreadis (American piano/harmonica player) he was born in 01/01/1962
- Dave Burns (American musician, trumpeter and music educator) he was born in 05/03/1924
- Don Sebesky (American jazz musician) he was born in 10/12/1937
- Steve Mizerak (American pool player) he was born in 12/10/1944
- Marc Turtletaub (American film producer) he was born in 30/01/1946
- Patrick Hardish (American librarian and composer) he was born in 06/04/1944
- Mark LaMura (actor (1948-2017)) he was born in 18/10/1948
- Brian Taylor (American basketball player) he was born in 09/06/1951
- William Dunlap (American playwright, producer and actor (1766-1839)) he was born in 19/02/1766
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Perth Amboy, NJ. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 481429 | Universal Training Institute | Perth Amboy (NJ) | 08861-4106 |
| 184056 | Lincoln Technical Institute-Iselin | Iselin (NJ) | 08830 |
| 443225 | PC AGE-Metropark | Iselin (NJ) | 08830 |
| 491710 | Yeshiva Gedolah of Cliffwood | Keyport (NJ) | 07735-5105 |
| 185536 | Middlesex County College | Edison (NJ) | 08818-3050 |
Nearby Transit Stations (23)
Rail and bus stations connected to Perth Amboy, NJ. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MET | Metropark station | 100 Middlesex-Essex Turnpike | RAIL |
| NBK | New Brunswick station | French and Albany Streets | RAIL |
| EWR | Newark Liberty International Airport | Newark Liberty International Airport | RAIL |
| NWK | Pennsylvania Station | 1 Raymond Plaza West | RAIL |
| NYP | Pennsylvania Station | 8th Ave 31st Street / 8th Ave 33rd Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Perth Amboy.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Perth Amboy Post Office | Perth Amboy (NJ) | 08861 |
| Tottenvill Post Office | Staten Island (NY) | 10307 |
| Keasbey Post Office | Keasbey (NJ) | 08832 |
| South Amboy Post Office | South Amboy (NJ) | 08879 |
| South Shore Annex Post Office | Staten Island (NY) | 10309 |
Other cities in Middlesex County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Middlesex County , NJ. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Woodbridge | 99,430 | Census-designated place in New Jersey, United States |
| Edison | 98,721 | Township in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States |
| Menlo Park | 97,687 | Township in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States |
| Old Bridge | 65,414 | Census-designated place in Old Bridge Township, Middlesex County, New Jersey |
| Piscataway | 57,164 | Township in New Jersey, United States |
| New Brunswick | 56,182 | The most populous city in Middlesex County, New Jersey. |
| East Brunswick | 48,309 | Township in Middlesex County, New Jersey |
| Sayreville | 43,855 | A borough in Middlesex County, New Jersey. |
| Sayreville Junction | 42,890 | A census-designated place in Middlesex County, New Jersey. |
| South Plainfield | 23,965 | Borough in Middlesex County, New Jersey |
| Carteret | 23,383 | Borough in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States |
| South Old Bridge | 23,233 | City in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States of America |
| Plainsboro | 22,709 | Township in Middlesex County, New Jersey |
| Morristown | 19,229 | Town in Morris County, New Jersey, USA |
| Iselin | 18,695 | Unincorporated community in New Jersey, United States |
| Avenel | 17,011 | Town in New Jersey, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Perth Amboy distances to largest New Jersey cities