ZIP Code 08896: Raritan, NJ
ZIP code 08896 is assigned to Raritan in Somerset County, New Jersey. Its reference point is at latitude 40.5666 and longitude -74.5998 (40°33'59.8"N 74°35'59.3"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 08896
Raritan has 2 ZIP codes in our directory, and Somerset County has 31.
New Jersey has 753 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 08821 (Flagtown), which shares the same reference point.
| ZIP code | 08896 |
|---|---|
| Place | Raritan |
| County | Somerset County |
| State | New Jersey |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 40.5666 |
| Longitude | -74.5998 |
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Map of ZIP Code 08896
Map centred on 40.5666, -74.5998. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Raritan, New Jersey
Video: Raritan, New Jersey
LOST Canals of New Jersey - The Story of Morris & Delaware and Raritan Canals - IT'S HISTORY — by IT'S HISTORY · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 08896
These 12 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 08896, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 08896, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Flagtown – same location
- Somerset – 1.8 mi south
- Manville – 1.9 mi south
- Bridgewater – 2.2 mi northwest
- Zarephath – 2.4 mi southeast
- Bound Brook – 3.2 mi east
- Martinsville – 3.2 mi northeast
- South Bound Brook – 3.7 mi east
- Somerville – 4.8 mi west
- Middlesex – 5.2 mi east
- Pluckemin – 5.6 mi north
- Liberty Corner – 6.2 mi north
Schools Near Raritan
If you are moving to ZIP code 08896, check with the education authority that serves Raritan, Somerset County which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as Flagtown, Manville and Bridgewater widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Raritan can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Flagtown, Manville and Bridgewater.
Shopping and Dining in Raritan
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Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Raritan, New Jersey can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Somerset County along with the name Raritan.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 08896, Flagtown shares the same reference point, Manville lies about 1.9 mi to the south, Bridgewater lies about 2.2 mi to the northwest, Zarephath lies about 2.4 mi to the southeast and Bound Brook lies about 3.2 mi to the east in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Raritan show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 08896
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Relief Hose Company No. 2, Raritan, NJ”): Zeete, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “LOST Canals of New Jersey - The Story of Morris & Delaware and Raritan Canals - IT'S HISTORY” by IT'S HISTORY, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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