Barnegat is a township located in Ocean County, in the state of New Jersey (NJ), United States. Nestled in the Middle Atlantic division of the North-east region, it covers an area of 2.7 square miles (7.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 43 ft. With a population of approximately 1,690 residents, Barnegat offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 51.42% males and 48.58% females, and it has a population density of 630.60 people per square mile (243.47/km²). Barnegat lies at a latitude of 39.75 and a longitude of -74.22, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (8.6%), followed by English (18%), German (25.7%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 08005.