Neptune City, New Jersey facts for kids
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Neptune City, New Jersey
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Borough
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| Borough of Neptune City | ||
Center of Neptune City along Sylvania Avenue
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Location of Neptune City in Monmouth County highlighted in red (left). Inset map: Location of Monmouth County in New Jersey highlighted in orange (right).
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Census Bureau map of Neptune City, New Jersey
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 Neptune City, New Jersey
Location in Monmouth County, New Jersey
Neptune City, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Neptune City, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  New Jersey |
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| County | Monmouth | |
| Incorporated | October 4, 1881 | |
| Named for | Neptune, Roman water deity | |
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| • Type | Borough | |
| • Body | Borough Council | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 0.90 sq mi (2.32 km2) | |
| • Land | 0.90 sq mi (2.32 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) 0.00% | |
| Area rank | 516th of 565 in state 43rd of 53 in county |
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| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,626 | |
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4,581 | |
| • Rank | 391st of 565 in state 34th of 53 in county |
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| • Density | 5,162.1/sq mi (1,993.1/km2) | |
| • Density rank | 111th of 565 in state 12th of 53 in county |
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| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) | |
| ZIP Code |
07753
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| Area code(s) | 732 | |
| FIPS code | 3402549920 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0885315 | |
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Neptune City is a small town, called a borough, located in Monmouth County, New Jersey. It's a cool place with a rich history!
The borough was officially created on October 4, 1881. It was named after Neptune, the Roman god of the sea. This name makes sense because Neptune City is very close to the Atlantic Ocean. When it was first formed, Neptune City was much larger. Over time, parts of it became other towns like Avon-by-the-Sea and Bradley Beach. The first town hall was built in 1902.
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About Neptune City
Where is Neptune City?
Neptune City is located in Monmouth County. It covers a total area of about 0.90 square miles (2.32 square kilometers), and all of it is land.
It shares borders with other towns in Monmouth County. These include Avon-by-the-Sea, Bradley Beach, and Neptune Township.
How Many People Live Here?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 1,009 | * | — |
| 1910 | 488 | * | −51.6% |
| 1920 | 539 | 10.5% | |
| 1930 | 2,258 | 318.9% | |
| 1940 | 2,392 | 5.9% | |
| 1950 | 3,073 | 28.5% | |
| 1960 | 4,013 | 30.6% | |
| 1970 | 5,502 | 37.1% | |
| 1980 | 5,276 | −4.1% | |
| 1990 | 4,997 | −5.3% | |
| 2000 | 5,218 | 4.4% | |
| 2010 | 4,869 | −6.7% | |
| 2020 | 4,626 | −5.0% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 4,581 | −5.9% | |
| Population sources: 1900–1920 1900–1910 1910–1930 1940–2000 2000 2010 2020 * = Lost territory in previous decade. |
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In 2020, about 4,626 people lived in Neptune City. This number was a bit lower than in 2010, when there were 4,869 residents. The population has changed over the years as parts of the borough became new towns.
Fun Things to Do
Parks and Recreation
Neptune City has a Community Center that offers lots of fun activities. It has a gym, a game room, an exercise room, and even a computer room. It's a great place for residents to hang out and stay active.
The borough also has four parks where you can enjoy the outdoors:
- Memorial Park, which is located along the Shark River.
- Laird Avenue Park, which was the first playground built in Neptune City.
- Joe Freda Park, found on Third Avenue.
- Adams Field, located on West Sylvania Avenue.
Schools in Neptune City
Students in Neptune City attend public schools.
Elementary and Middle School
Kids in kindergarten through eighth grade go to Woodrow Wilson School. This school is part of the Neptune City School District. In the 2021-2022 school year, there were 248 students and 29 teachers. This means there were about 8 or 9 students for every teacher, which is a great ratio!
Before Woodrow Wilson School was built, students went to Roosevelt School. That old school was later taken down and became Joe Freda Park.
High School Options
For high school, students from Neptune City attend Neptune High School. This is part of a special arrangement with the Neptune Township Schools.
Students also have other cool options for high school. They can apply to special schools called the Monmouth County Vocational School District Academies. These include:
- The Marine Academy of Science and Technology (MAST) on Sandy Hook.
- High Technology High School in Lincroft.
- The Academy of Allied Health & Science in Neptune Township, which is connected to a hospital.
- The Communications High School in Wall Township.
- Biotechnology High School in Freehold Township.
Neptune City students can also attend the Performing Arts Program at Red Bank Regional High School in Little Silver. This school also has academies for Information Technology and Finance.
History and Landmarks
Steiner and Son's Pajama Factory
The first factory in Neptune City was the Steiner and Son's Pajama Factory, built in 1891. Mr. Steiner started making pajamas and nightgowns in New York City. He and his sons built this factory to make more products. Their most famous product was "The Universal Nightshirt," which was very popular across the country.
The factory was known for being very clean. By 1918, Steiner and Sons had almost 2,000 employees in many factories nearby. They even built a baseball park between two of their factories. In 1922, famous baseball player Babe Ruth and other New York Yankees players played a game there!
The factory eventually closed in 1939. Later, another company called Mirabelli Company bought the building. They made military clothing during World War II. After that, the building was used for flea markets. It was finally taken down in 2000, and new homes were built there.
Other Landmarks
Neptune City also had a motel called the Charline Motel, which was located on Steiner Avenue.
Getting Around
Roads and Highways
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Neptune City has several important roads. Route 35 goes right through the town. Route 33 runs along its northern edge. The Route 18 highway is just west of the city. Other major roads like Interstate 195 and the Garden State Parkway are also close by.
Public Transportation
If you need to get around without a car, NJ Transit offers local bus service on the 836 route. You can also catch a train at the Bradley Beach station. This train service can take you to New York City's Pennsylvania Station or down to Bay Head.
Future Challenges
Climate Change and Flooding
Neptune City faces challenges from climate change, especially from rising sea levels. This means that the sea level is getting higher, which can cause more flooding.
In the past, Neptune City experienced more days of coastal flooding. Experts believe that the risk of major floods will increase in the future. This is a challenge the town is working to prepare for.
Religion
Neptune City used to have one church, the Memorial United Methodist Church. The building is now for sale.
Famous Faces
Many interesting people have connections to Neptune City:
- Kate Bornstein (born 1948), an author and artist.
- Kurt Braunohler (born 1976), a comedian.
- Marie Castello (1915–2008), a fortune teller known as Madam Marie. She was even mentioned in a song by Bruce Springsteen!
- Sam Mills (1959–2005), a professional football player.
- Jack Nicholson (born 1937), a very famous actor.
- Dave Rowe (born 1945), another professional football player.
- Alex Skuby (born 1972), an actor known for the show King of Queens.
- Garry Tallent (born 1949), the bassist for the famous E Street Band.
- Lando Vannata (born 1992), a professional mixed martial artist.
See also
In Spanish: Neptune City para niños
