Waretown 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 0.9 square miles (2.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 15 ft. With a population of approximately 1,582 residents, Waretown offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.24% males and 50.76% females, and it has a population density of 701.08 people per square mile (656.79/km²). Waretown lies at a latitude of 39.79 and a longitude of -74.19, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (9%), German (19.2%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 08758.