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Paramus New Jersey Map

Explore Paramus, New Jersey, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Paramus, New Jersey

How to Use This Paramus, New Jersey Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Paramus, New Jersey. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of New Jersey or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Paramus.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Paramus
State	New Jersey (NJ)
County	Bergen County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	40.944543
Longitude	-74.075419
Population	26,698
Density	986.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	07652, 07653
Area Code	201, 551
County Seat	Hackensack
School District	Paramus Borough School District

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About Paramus, New Jersey

Paramus is a locality in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of 26,698. The population density is 986.9 people per km². Paramus is located at 40.9445°N, 74.0754°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Paramus is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 07652, 07653.

Paramus occupies a landscape defined by the persistent, quiet movement of Sprout Brook, which traces a path through the terrain as a constant companion to the local geography. It lies 2.2 miles west-northwest of River Edge, NJ (from River Edge, NJ: bearing 301°T), and is situated 9.3 miles west of Yonkers. The land here sits at a distance from the coast, yet the air often carries a certain moisture, a faint atmospheric suggestion of the tides pulling at Bowery Bay fifteen miles away. To the west, the silhouette of the Watchung Mountains rises against the sky, providing a firm, distant boundary to the horizon. Within the local borders, Wild Duck Pond offers a serene, reflective stillness that contrasts with the nearby activity of the Saddle River Valley. Residents often find a respite in the verdant, manicured expanses of the Paramus Country Club, where the grass holds a particular, sharp color during the early hours of the morning.

Paramus evolved from a modest agricultural settlement into a commercial hub that fundamentally altered the rhythm of its own history. The local economy grew to support an intense concentration of retail, transforming the landscape into a destination for those navigating the complex, busy veins of the region. This industry defines the character of the streetscapes, where the flow of commerce dictates the daily movement of the population. While the roots of the area are firmly planted in the soil of the past, the modern identity of Paramus is shaped by the efficiency of its corridors and the steady pulse of its working-class heritage. The transition from farmland to a center of trade remains a defining narrative, reflecting a pragmatic spirit that values both utility and growth.

Cultural life in Paramus finds its expression in the intersection of public spaces and the shared experiences of its residents. The presence of the Paramus Country Club serves as a focal point for leisure, anchoring the recreational habits of those who seek a sense of community amidst the suburban density. While the area does not claim the fame of literary giants or major historical figures, its character is forged by the quiet, sustained contributions of its ordinary citizens. Landmarks like the distant Passaic Falls offer a reminder of the natural power present in the surrounding region, even as the Shore Trail provides a path for those looking to traverse the broader landscape. Events held throughout the year draw the population together, fostering a sense of belonging that persists despite the rapid pace of the modern day. Life here is marked by the steady, unpretentious quality of a place that understands its own value without needing to shout it to the world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Paramus Country Club (Local Recreation) — 0.3 mi, 282° W
Orchard Hill Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 0.5 mi, 320° NW
Petruska Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 059° NE
Thomas Kinkade (Gallery) — 0.9 mi, 024° NE
Saddle River County Park (Local Conservation Area) — 0.9 mi, 259° W
Fairways Oaks Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 223° SW
Sluckup (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 133° SE
Spring Lake Natural Center (Local Conservation Area) — 1.5 mi, 127° SE
Bergen County Zoological Park (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 1.6 mi, 117° SE
New Milford Plant of the Hackensack Water Company (Historic Ruins) — 2.6 mi, 087° E
Eddy Pawiro-oelomo (Viewpoint) — 2.9 mi, 120° SE
School House Museum (Museum) — 3.0 mi, 341° N
Special Delivery (Public Artwork) — 3.2 mi, 318° NW
World War I Centennial Memorial (Monument) — 3.3 mi, 317° NW
Opus One (Gallery) — 3.3 mi, 316° NW
New York, Susquehanna and Western Railroad ALCO Type S-2 Locomotive (Attraction) — 3.4 mi, 172° S
9/11 Memorial (Monument) — 3.9 mi, 035° NE
Westwood Cinemas (Cinema) — 4.0 mi, 035° NE
Hawthorne Theaters (Cinema) — 4.2 mi, 274° W
Bergen Museum of Art and Science (Museum) — 4.4 mi, 157° SE
Just Off Broadway Performing Arts Academy (Arts Centre) — 4.4 mi, 024° NE
Hitchcock field stadium (Stadium) — 5.3 mi, 180° S
Urban Air Trampoline & Adventure Park (Attraction) — 5.3 mi, 167° S
Breslin Auditorium (Theatre) — 5.4 mi, 192° S
Tallman Mountain State Park (State Park) — 9.9 mi, 055° NE
Harriman State Park (State Park) — 12.7 mi, 342° N

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