South 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 0.6 square miles (2.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 10 ft. With a population of approximately 1,594 residents, South offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.62% males and 51.38% females, and it has a population density of 570.97 people per square mile (992.66/km²). South lies at a latitude of 39.95 and a longitude of -74.08, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (10.8%), German (15%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 08751.