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Bogota, New Jersey

Introduction to Bogota, New Jersey

Bogota, New Jersey, in Bergen county, is 5 miles N of North Bergen, New Jersey (center to center) and 9 miles N of New York, New York. As of the 2000 census, 8,249 people lived in Bogota.

Bogota History

Originally, Bogota was home to the Hackensack Native Americans. The European connection began when Henry Hudson, an Englishman, arrived in 1609, to claim the land for the Dutch, who employed him. Sarah Kiersted was the first non-native American to own land, and Joannes Winckelman was the first resident. Initially named 'Winckelman,' the name 'Bogota' took hold during the 1870's. The present name came from the Bogert family, who were one of the earliest settlers. It is also believed that the name might have been a portmanteau of Bogert and Banta. Banta was another early settler of Bogota. Bogota was formed on November 14, 1894 by adding portions of the Ridgefield Township.

Bogota and Nearby Attractions

  • American Irish Historical Society
  • Dahnert's Lake County Park
  • Campgaw Mountain
  • Belmont Park race track
  • Bergen County Zoological Park

Things To Do In Bogota

The American Irish Historical Society, the Meadowlands Museum, and the American Museum of Natural History provide historical information about Bogota. Historical sites nearby are the Abyssinian Baptist Church, Liberty Hall, and the Bartow-Pell Mansion. Outdoor recreational opportunities are available at Central Park, Dahnert's Lake County Park, and Riverbank State Park. Popular attractions nearby include Belmont Park race track, Bergen County Zoological Park, and the Glen Rock Arboretum.

Bogota Transportation

The Newark International Airport is the nearest major airport.

Bogota Higher Education

Colleges close to Bogota include Barnard College, Boricua College, and Columbia University.

High Points

Bogota strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Jersey):

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)		Top 3%trophyBogota Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 8%Bogota Racial Diversity
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 14%Bogota Low Property Crime
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)		Top 17%Bogota Well-Paid Single Women
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)		Top 17%Bogota Walking and Biking to Work
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)		Top 19%Bogota Median Family Income

Comparative Profile of Bogota, NJ

Comparing Bogota to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Racial Diversity109
Well-Paid Single Women96
Well-Paid Single Men85
Female Share of the Population79
Age of the Population53
Children Under 5 Years Old56
Male Share of the Population43
Senior Citizens33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size98
Portion of People Married75

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Median Family Income96
People Above Poverty96
People in Middle Class or Better86
College Educated Adults76

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use1010
Walking and Biking to Work99
Working at Home65
Short Commute Times25

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals98
People Living Alone35
Affordability of Rents25
Affordability of Property Taxes13
Seasonal and Vacation Housing11
Housing Recently Built11

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime97
Low Violent Crime64
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