Elevation
Highest point in New Jersey
The highest point in New Jersey is High Point, at 1,802 feet (549 meters) above sea level. It ranks 40th among the 50 state high points.
From Atlantic Ocean to High Point
New Jersey spans about 1,802 ft from its lowest point to its highest. A barometer carried from one to the other would fall by about 1.90 inHg, purely because there is less air overhead. Water that boils at 212 °F at the bottom boils at about 209 °F on top.
Live barometric pressure across New Jersey · How pressure changes with altitude
Elevation of cities in New Jersey
| City | Feet | Meters |
|---|---|---|
| Trenton, New Jersey | 56 | 17 |
| Newark, New Jersey | 30 | 9 |
| Jersey City, New Jersey | 30 | 9 |
| Atlantic City, New Jersey | 7 | 2 |
High points of nearby states
Elevations from Wikipedia’s list of US states by elevation (USGS and NGS data, CC BY-SA).
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest elevation in New Jersey?
The highest point in New Jersey is High Point, at 1,802 feet (549 meters) above sea level. That makes it the 40th highest state high point of the 50.
What is the lowest point in New Jersey?
The lowest point is Atlantic Ocean, at sea level.
What is the average elevation of New Jersey?
The mean elevation of New Jersey is about 249 feet (76 meters).
What is the air pressure at the top of High Point?
On a standard day about 28.02 inHg (949 hPa), 94% of sea-level pressure. Water boils there at about 209 °F (98 °C).