Phillipsburg
A community guide to Phillipsburg in New Jersey, the United States.
- Population
- 15,249 residents
- Region
- New Jersey
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 40.6937, -75.1902
Community and amenities
Phillipsburg offers the everyday community amenities that one would expect of a populated place in New Jersey: places to gather, public spaces, and services that connect residents to each other and to the wider region. Educational, cultural, and recreational facilities serve the local population and reflect the priorities of Phillipsburg's residents. Visitors passing through Phillipsburg encounter a community whose character is built on the patient work of generations of locals.
Overview
Phillipsburg is a populated place in New Jersey, the United States. The community supports 15,249 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of New Jersey. Its position within the broader regional network gives Phillipsburg a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Phillipsburg sits at approximate coordinates 40.6937 latitude and -75.1902 longitude within New Jersey. The terrain and natural features around Phillipsburg reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider New Jersey road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Climate
The climate at Phillipsburg is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 40.69 within the United States. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Phillipsburg experience. Visitors planning a trip to Phillipsburg should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.