Tuckerton is a borough 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 3.7 square miles (9.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 23 ft. With a population of approximately 3,517 residents, Tuckerton offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.73% males and 50.27% females, and it has a population density of 960.93 people per square mile (371.02/km²). Tuckerton lies at a latitude of 39.6 and a longitude of -74.34, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (7.9%), followed by English (10.3%), German (24.8%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 08087.