Bloomfield New Jersey Map

About Bloomfield, New Jersey

Bloomfield is a locality in Essex County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of 48,000. The population density is 5200.0 people per km². Bloomfield is located at 40.8068°N, 74.1854°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 7003.

Bloomfield rises from the rolling terrain of northeastern New Jersey, a place where suburban order meets the lingering echoes of a more pastoral past. It lies 1.7 miles south-west of Nutley, NJ (from Nutley, NJ: bearing 231°T), and is situated 8.2 miles north-west of Bergen. Its landscape is a subtle mosaic of established neighborhoods, punctuated by pockets of green that betray its agricultural roots. Tree-lined streets, often canopied with the deepening gold of autumn leaves, give way to the occasional glint of sunlight on well-tended lawns. The air, especially in the early morning, carries a crispness that hints at the approaching change of seasons, a quiet promise of renewal that seems to permeate the very rhythm of Bloomfield. The history of Bloomfield is etched in the very patterns of its development, a story that began with its founding and continued through waves of immigration and industrial growth. Once a significant hub for manufacturing, particularly in the realm of electrical goods, remnants of this industrious past can still be observed in the architecture and the broad avenues that once facilitated commerce. Today, Bloomfield thrives as a vibrant residential community, its local economy now largely driven by its proximity to larger metropolitan centers, drawing a diverse population who appreciate its blend of suburban tranquility and accessible urban amenities. The town’s character is one of quiet resilience, a place that has adapted and evolved, yet retained a distinct sense of place that resonates with its long-standing residents.

About This Bloomfield Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Bloomfield, 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 Bloomfield and Essex County.

Detailed location data for Bloomfield includes the ZIP code (07003), telephone area code (201, 551), county seat of Essex County (Newark), and school district assignment. 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 Bloomfield is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.