Egypt is a cdp 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 4.0 square miles (10.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 78 ft. With a population of approximately 2,519 residents, Egypt offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.94% males and 50.06% females, and it has a population density of 626.62 people per square mile (241.94/km²). Egypt lies at a latitude of 40.07 and a longitude of -74.53, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (6.8%), followed by English (19%), German (28.1%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 08533.