Fairfield New Jersey Map

About Fairfield, New Jersey

Fairfield is a locality in Essex County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,500. The population density is 480.0 people per km². Fairfield is located at 40.8837°N, 74.3060°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 7004.

Fairfield unfolds across a gentle, rolling terrain, where the urban edge softens into suburban grace. It lies 3.3 miles south-south-west of Wayne, NJ (from Wayne, NJ: bearing 208°T), and is situated 6.5 miles north-north-west of Essex. The landscape here is a mosaic of manicured lawns and mature trees, their branches reaching towards a sky that often holds the soft, diffused light of a coastal plain climate. Interspersed are pockets of more wilder green, remnants of the woodlands that once dominated, now offering a quiet refuge for local birdsong. The air, particularly in the early morning, carries a clean, almost crisp quality, hinting at the proximity of larger natural expanses beyond the immediate residential sprawl. Streets curve organically, following the contours of the land, giving Fairfield a feeling of being established rather than imposed, a place where nature’s patterns still inform the human imprint. The history of Fairfield is one of evolution, from its agrarian roots to its present-day character as a thriving residential and commercial hub. Early settlers, drawn by the fertile soil and access to transportation routes, established farms that shaped the initial layout of the region. Over time, as industrialization grew in nearby centers, Fairfield transformed, becoming a desirable address for those seeking a blend of suburban tranquility and convenient access to employment. Today, its local economy is a diverse mix, supported by a robust retail sector, a presence of corporate offices, and a strong network of small businesses that lend Fairfield its distinct character. Notable institutions, including educational centers, contribute to the intellectual and cultural vibrancy, while the careful preservation of some older architectural styles serves as a quiet reminder of its enduring past.

About This Fairfield Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fairfield, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.88371, -74.305982. 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 Fairfield and Essex County.

Detailed location data for Fairfield includes the ZIP code (07727), telephone area code (732, 848, 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 Fairfield is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.