In 1894 Bergenfield was incorporated. A quaint town it became known as the Little Manila of Bergen County. Why? Because of its significant Filipino heritage.
Bergenfield New Jersey is nestled in northern New Jersey. It’s not far from the Hudson River and the New York border. This charming borough offers a slower pace of life than many nearby cities. It’s surrounded by other Bergen County towns. These include River Edge New Milford Dumont Cresskill Tenafly Englewood and Teaneck.
The population of Bergenfield is around 28321 people. This is according to the 2020 Census. That’s a 5.81% increase since 2010. The town has a dense suburban feel. There’s a mix of ages too. About 21% of the residents are under 18 years old. About 17.2% are over 65. Families are common here.
Bergenfield boasts a very low crime rate. It’s much lower than the state and national averages. The Bergenfield Police Department works hard to maintain this safety. Living here means living in a secure environment.
However the cost of living mirrors that of the New York-Jersey City-White Plains area. This is 19.3% more expensive than the national average. Housing and utilities drive up the cost. A family of four needs about $136771 a year to live comfortably in Bergen County.
Real estate in Bergenfield is costly. The median home price is $570000. The average apartment rental is $2177 per month. This is higher than the national average.
Bergenfield is divided into four sections. Clinton Avenue and Washington Avenue divide the borough. The northwest area has Bergenfield Boro Park Coopers Pond Philip Langschultz Park and the Bergenfield Dog Park. Bergenfield High School is also located there. The northeast section features several parks and two schools. Jefferson Elementary School and The Montessori House School are there. The southeast area includes the Knickerbocker Country Club Golf Course. Many local businesses and restaurants are nearby. Francy’s Artisanal Ice Cream and Saint Anthony Orthodox Church are examples. The southwest quadrant has religious centers such as Congregation Beth Abraham and Bais Medrash of Bergenfield. Veterans Memorial Park and the New Bridge Farmers Market are also located here.
Bergenfield’s weather features cold winters and warm summers. Expect about 25.5 inches of snow each year. Summers are enjoyable with an average July high of 85.2 degrees Fahrenheit. There are about 210 sunny days annually. Spring and fall are mild.
Many things to do are nearby. The Tenafly Nature Center is a short drive away. It offers hiking and bird watching along the Hudson River. The Great Falls of Paterson is another option. It’s about 25 minutes away and offers a stunning waterfall. The Bronx Zoo is also accessible across the Hudson River.
Bergenfield has many parks. They’re managed by the Bergenfield Recreation Department. Local restaurants offer various cuisines. La Candelaria serves Mexican food. Luluas provides Dominican food. Tommy’s Basement is a popular Irish pub.
About 68.7% of Bergenfield residents work. Healthcare and social assistance are major industries. Hackensack University Medical Center Valley Health System and the Bergenfield Public School District are major employers. The median household income is high. The average commute time however is almost 34 minutes. Many residents commute to nearby areas or even New York City for work.
The Bergenfield Public School District serves the town’s students. There are about 3653 students. The student-teacher ratio is 15:1. Franklin School is an elementary school. Roy W. Brown Middle School and Bergenfield High School serve older students. Private and higher education options are in nearby counties. Bergen Community College and Eastwick College Hackensack are close by. The Bergenfield Public Library offers resources for continued learning and creativity.