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Hackensack, New Jersey

Introduction to Hackensack, New Jersey

Hackensack, New Jersey, in Bergen county, is 4 miles NE of Passaic, New Jersey and 10 miles N of New York, New York. Part of the surrounding Bergen - Passaic metro area, Hackensack is home to some 42,677 residents.

Hackensack History

Hackensack was originally inhabited by the Lenni Lenape Native Americans. During the 1660s, the Dutch settlers moved along the Hackensack River. They named it as Bergen. In 1669, the Europeans took over the land. Philip Cartaret, the then-governor of East Jersey granted Bergen to Captain John Berry. It was renamed New Barbadoes. The township of New Barbadoes was formed on October 31, 1693. Later, on November 21, 1921, the township was incorporated as a city and was named Hackensack. It derived its name from an Indian term meaning "mouth of a river".

Hackensack and nearby Attractions

  • First Dutch Reformed Church
  • New Jersey Naval Museum
  • Hackensack River County Park
  • Riverside Park

Things To Do In Hackensack

While staying at Hackensack, you can enjoy fishing and boating at the Hackensack River. The city also includes several scenic landscapes. In addition, you can visit the historic sites and museums of the city. The clubs and restaurants of Hackensack offer wonderful dining experiences to its residents and visitors.

Hackensack Transportation

The city is a short drive from La Guardia Airport.

Hackensack Higher Education

Fairleigh Dickinson University provides facilities for higher education.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)		Top 4%trophyHackensack Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 4%trophyHackensack Racial Diversity
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)		Top 7%Hackensack Well-Paid Single Men
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)		Top 7%Hackensack Walking and Biking to Work
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)		Top 9%Hackensack Well-Paid Single Women

Comparative Profile of Hackensack, NJ

Comparing Hackensack 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 Diversity1010
Well-Paid Single Men109
Well-Paid Single Women109
Male Share of the Population99
Age of the Population63
Senior Citizens65
Children Under 5 Years Old33
Female Share of the Population22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size21
Portion of People Married11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults76
Median Family Income63
People in Middle Class or Better62
People Above Poverty62

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use1010
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Short Commute Times47
Working at Home23

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
People Living Alone1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing87
Housing Recently Built46
Affordability of Rents35
Affordability of Property Taxes12

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime73
Low Violent Crime63

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