Hackensack New Jersey Map

About Hackensack, New Jersey

Hackensack is a locality in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of 46,057. The population density is 4216.2 people per km². Hackensack is located at 40.8859°N, 74.0435°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 7601.

Hackensack spreads across a landscape shaped by the slow, deliberate meanderings of its namesake river, a ribbon of water reflecting the ever-shifting New Jersey sky. It lies 1.6 miles west-south-west of Teaneck, NJ (from Teaneck, NJ: bearing 241°T), and is situated 8.2 miles north-north-west of Manhattan. The terrain here is a gentle rise and fall, not dramatic peaks but a rolling topography that feels both grounded and accessible. Broad avenues, lined with mature trees whose leaves rustle with a sound like whispered secrets, give way to quieter residential streets where the architecture speaks of decades lived and stories accumulated. The air, particularly on a humid summer evening, carries the faint, sweet scent of damp earth and distant mown grass, a subtle perfume of suburban life. Even in its most developed stretches, Hackensack retains a connection to the natural world, with parks and green spaces offering respites, their manicured lawns and sturdy oaks a quiet defiance against the encroaching concrete. The history of Hackensack is etched into its very bones, a narrative woven from Dutch colonial roots and a steady growth as a vital hub in Bergen County. Originally settled as a Lenape village, the land was later claimed by European settlers who recognized its strategic position along the river, vital for trade and transportation. This waterway, the Hackensack River, was once a bustling artery, its banks lined with industries that fueled the region's economy. While the heavy manufacturing has largely receded, the spirit of commerce and ingenuity persists, manifesting in a diverse local economy that now encompasses healthcare, education, and a vibrant retail sector. The presence of institutions of higher learning contributes a youthful energy, a counterpoint to the established neighborhoods, while the intricate network of roadways hints at the enduring importance of connectivity that has defined Hackensack for centuries.

About This Hackensack Map Page

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

Detailed location data for Hackensack includes the ZIP code (07601), telephone area code (201, 551), county seat of Bergen County (Hackensack), and school district assignment (Hackensack City 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 Hackensack is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.