Shrewsbury, New Jersey
Shrewsbury: borough of New Jersey
About
Shrewsbury is a city located in the county of Monmouth in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,809 and a population density of 672 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,040 inhabitants.
The city was created 99 years ago in 1926.
Quick Facts about Shrewsbury
| Population | 4,040 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Jersey (United States) |
| County | Monmouth County |
| Different from | Shrewsbury |
| Postal code | 07702 |
| Area | 5.67 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.1826,-74.5293 |
| Altitude | 128 feet / 39 meters |
| Establishment | May 11, 1926 (99 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 01:01:16 (19th April 2026) |
| Density | 712 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 5.72% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 63℉ Rain Showers Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Shrewsbury is located at 40°10'57"N 74°31'46"W (40.1826100, -74.5293200).
Shrewsbury map
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Weather
Rain showers likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 63. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Shrewsbury increased by 5.72% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,809 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,790 | -0.5% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,793 | 0.08% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,851 | 1.51% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,026 | 4.35% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,103 | 1.88% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,107 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,096 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,081 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,053 | -0.69% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,040 | -0.32% | estimation process |
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Services and Civic Places in Shrewsbury
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People born in Shrewsbury (6)
People born in Shrewsbury, including naturalist John Eatton Le Conte, lawyer Edmund Wilson, Sr., politician Theophilus Little, .
More notable people
- John Woolley (American physician) he was born in 27/09/1786
- Robert Evelman (American politician)
- John Lloyd Stephens (American explorer, writer, and diplomat) he was born in 28/11/1805
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Shrewsbury, NJ. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 185509 | Mercer County Community College | West Windsor (NJ) | 08550-3407 |
Nearby Transit Stations (27)
Rail and bus stations connected to Shrewsbury, NJ. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PJC | Princeton Junction station | 2 Wallace Road | RAIL |
| TRE | Trenton Transit Center | 72 South Clinton Avenue | RAIL |
| NBK | New Brunswick station | French and Albany Streets | RAIL |
| CWH | Cornwells Heights | 700 Station Ave. | RAIL |
| MET | Metropark station | 100 Middlesex-Essex Turnpike | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Shrewsbury.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Allentown Post Office | Allentown (NJ) | 08501 |
Other places with the same name (4)
- Shrewsbury, Massachusetts town in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States with a population of 38,910 people.
- Shrewsbury, Missouri suburb of St. with a population of 6,063 people.
- Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania borough of Pennsylvania with a population of 3,847 people.
- Shrewsbury, Vermont town in Rutland County, Vermont, USA with a population of 979 people.
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 |
| Colts Neck | 9,841 | Township in Monmouth County, New Jersey |
| 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 |
Distance to Other Cities
Shrewsbury distances to largest New Jersey cities