Allendale New Jersey Map

About Allendale, New Jersey

Allendale is a locality in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,865. The population density is 850.2 people per km². Allendale is located at 41.0415°N, 74.1290°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.

Allendale breathes a quiet dignity, its streets lined with mature trees that cast a dappled shade on well-tended lawns and homes of varying eras, from sturdy colonials to more modern designs. It lies 3.4 miles south-south-east of Mahwah, NJ (from Mahwah, NJ: bearing 167°T), and is situated 8.9 miles north-north-east of Paterson. The land itself rolls gently, a subtle topography that guides the eye and offers glimpses of verdant backyards and the distant, hazy outline of the Ramapo Mountains to the north and west, a constant, reassuring presence. In the late afternoon, the sunlight often takes on a honeyed quality, softening the edges of buildings and lending a warm glow to the neighborhood parks where children’s laughter can sometimes be heard, a sound that seems to drift on the humid summer air. Small streams, tributaries to the larger Pascack Creek, meander through the periphery, their banks a riot of ferns and wild growth, hinting at the wilder, untamed places just beyond the manicured borders of this Bergen County borough. Originally settled by Dutch farmers in the late 17th century, Allendale’s history is tied to the fertile soil and its strategic position along early trade routes, evolving from a rural crossroads to a commuter suburb as railroads connected it to the wider metropolitan area. The local economy, once driven by agriculture and small mills along the waterways, has largely shifted to service-based industries and retail, with a vibrant downtown area that retains a sense of independent spirit, housing boutique shops and eateries that draw residents from surrounding communities. A notable feature is the Old Mill, a preserved landmark that stands as a silent sentinel to the industrial past, its stones whispering tales of a time when water power was the lifeblood of the community. The borough also boasts a deep connection to the arts, with local galleries and a thriving community theater that contribute to its distinctive cultural character, fostering a sense of shared identity and creative engagement among its inhabitants.

About This Allendale Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Allendale, New Jersey with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Allendale and Bergen County.

Detailed location data for Allendale includes the ZIP code (07401), telephone area code (973, 862), county seat of Bergen County (Hackensack), and school district assignment (Allendale Borough School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Allendale is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.