Teaneck New Jersey Map

About Teaneck, New Jersey

Teaneck is a locality in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of 41,000. The population density is 5800.0 people per km². Teaneck is located at 40.8976°N, 74.0160°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 7666.

Teaneck sprawls across a gently rolling landscape, a mosaic of tree-lined streets and suburban neighborhoods that hum with a quiet, persistent energy. It lies 1.6 miles east-north-east of Hackensack, NJ (from Hackensack, NJ: bearing 61°T), and is situated 8.3 miles north-north-west of Manhattan. The air here, especially after a spring rain, carries the damp, earthy scent of well-tended lawns and the distant, faint exhaust of cars navigating its arteries. Mature oaks and maples, remnants of a time when the land was less settled, cast dappled shadows on sidewalks, their leaves rustling with a sound that seems to whisper of the passage of seasons. The terrain, though not dramatic, possesses a subtle character, a series of low rises and shallow dips that guide the eye and the water, eventually channeling towards the Hackensack River, a constant, dark ribbon threading the eastern edge of Teaneck. The history of Teaneck is a story of evolving settlement, from its agricultural roots to its present-day identity as a diverse and dynamic municipality. Once largely farmland, the area saw significant growth in the 20th century, attracting a varied population that has shaped its cultural character. Local businesses, from bustling diners to independent shops, form the backbone of its economy, a testament to the enduring spirit of entrepreneurship. Educational institutions, including Fairleigh Dickinson University, contribute to the intellectual hum of Teaneck, drawing students and faculty who add to the town's rich demographic tapestry. The Hackensack River, though no longer a primary industrial artery, remains a significant natural feature, offering glimpses of the natural world within the urban sprawl and reminding residents of the enduring connection to the land.

About This Teaneck Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Teaneck, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.897599, -74.015973. 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 Teaneck and Bergen County.

Detailed location data for Teaneck includes the ZIP code (07666), telephone area code (201, 551), county seat of Bergen County (Hackensack), 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 Teaneck is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.