Edgewater New Jersey Map

About Edgewater, New Jersey

Edgewater is a locality in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of 14,759. The population density is 5782.8 people per km². Edgewater is located at 40.8270°N, 73.9757°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.

Edgewater rises from the western bank of the Hudson River, its modern towers reflecting a sky often bruised with the hues of approaching storms, a stark contrast to the gentler, rolling terrain that characterizes much of Bergen County. The land here slopes with a determined grace toward the water, its contours shaped by the river's ceaseless passage and the occasional, sharp declivity that hints at older geological forces. Along the waterfront, the air carries a persistent, briny tang, mingled with the exhaust of river traffic and the faint, sweet scent of distant parklands. This is a place where the urban sprawl of North Jersey pushes resolutely against the broad, flowing expanse of the Hudson, creating a landscape of dynamic edges and shifting perspectives. The history of Edgewater is deeply intertwined with the industrial might that once pulsed along the river's edge, a legacy evident in the repurposed brick buildings and the lingering echoes of shipyards and factories. For generations, this was a working waterfront, a hub of commerce and manufacturing that fueled the region's growth, and a palpable sense of that past still clings to the older streets, a quiet hum beneath the veneer of contemporary development. Today, Edgewater’s economy has pivoted, embracing a mix of residential living, retail centers, and a burgeoning hospitality sector, drawing residents and visitors alike to its riverfront promenades and panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline. The distinctive silhouette of the former Ford Motor Company Assembly Plant, now a mixed-use complex, stands as a prominent landmark, a reminder of the industrial giants that shaped Edgewater and a symbol of its ongoing transformation.

About This Edgewater Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Edgewater, 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 Edgewater and Bergen County.

Detailed location data for Edgewater includes the ZIP code (07020), telephone area code (201, 551), county seat of Bergen County (Hackensack), and school district assignment (Edgewater 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 Edgewater is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.