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Wayne New Jersey Map

Explore Wayne, 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 Wayne, New Jersey

How to Use This Wayne, New Jersey Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Wayne, 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 Wayne.

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	Wayne
State	New Jersey (NJ)
County	Passaic County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	40.925376
Longitude	-74.276537
Population	55,000
Density	1350.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	07470, 07474
Area Code	973, 862
County Seat	Paterson

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About Wayne, New Jersey

Wayne is a locality in Passaic County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of 55,000. The population density is 1350.0 people per km². Wayne is located at 40.9254°N, 74.2765°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 07470, 07474.

Wayne occupies a landscape of undulating terrain where the earth rises in slow, deliberate swells toward the distant horizon. It lies 1.3 miles east of Lincoln Park, NJ (from Lincoln Park, NJ: bearing 87°T), and is situated 9.0 miles north of Essex. The physical character of Wayne is defined by its inland position, far removed from the salt-heavy air of the coast, favoring instead the quiet humidity of a deciduous woodland climate. To the west, the elevated form of the Second Watchung Mountain provides a rugged silhouette against the evening sky, while the low-lying expanse of the Preakness Valley offers a sheltered corridor for the local flora. The land is marked by the presence of FEMA Buyout Properties, which serve as a reminder of the water’s persistent claim on the soil, grounding the suburban sprawl in a reality of seasonal flood plains and reclaimed green space.

Wayne traces its origins to early European settlement patterns that favored the fertile soil and the strategic proximity to flowing water. The growth of Wayne evolved from scattered colonial farmsteads into a structured grid of residential neighborhoods, reflecting the broader transition of the region from agrarian roots to a center of post-industrial development. Over generations, the settlement expanded across the ridges and through the lowlands, absorbing the rhythms of the surrounding geography as it moved away from its early reliance on the land. Today, the historical footprint remains visible in the preservation of colonial-era structures that stand in quiet opposition to the modern thoroughfares that carve through the local terrain.

Wayne sustains a robust economy supported by a diverse mix of corporate headquarters, retail hubs, and professional services that capitalize on its position within a major transit corridor. The infrastructure of Wayne is designed to facilitate the steady movement of commerce and commuters, with expansive road networks connecting the municipality to the wider metropolitan pulse. Higher education plays a pivotal role in the local intellectual climate, as the proximity of William Paterson University brings an influx of scholars and students who animate the local discourse. This integration of industry and academia fosters a professional environment that balances the demands of a high-functioning regional economy with the practical needs of those who live and work within its borders.

Wayne fosters a distinct cultural life that finds expression in the vibrant activities hosted at local parks and the seasonal gatherings that mark the passage of the year. The community values its connection to the natural world, often spending time near the waters of the Pompton River or enjoying the recreational amenities at Packanack Lake, where the surface reflects the changing light of the seasons. While the rush of the Passaic Falls provides a dramatic focal point five miles away, residents often find a quieter beauty in the dense, protected growth of the Ramapo Mountain State Forest. Cultural life in Wayne is further enriched by a deep-seated enthusiasm for youth and collegiate sports, which serve as a primary social glue, while the legacy of notable figures such as the musician Fetty Wap adds a contemporary layer to the cultural reputation of the place.

Nearby Outdoor Places

FEMA Buyout Properties (Local Conservation Area) — 0.0 mi, 185° S
Wayne Area Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 194° S
Infinite Scenic (Arts Centre) — 0.3 mi, 056° NE
Tall Oaks Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 073° E
Division of Parks and Forestry Conservation Area (State Conservation Area) — 0.6 mi, 276° W
Lanes Field (Local Recreation) — 0.9 mi, 274° W
Inland Blue Acres (State Park) — 1.2 mi, 154° SE
Great Piece Meadows Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 1.2 mi, 208° SW
Preakness Valley Park (Local Recreation) — 1.4 mi, 123° SE
Great Piece Meadows (Local Conservation Area) — 1.6 mi, 210° SW
Division of Parks and Forestry Park (State Park) — 1.9 mi, 277° W
Loews Theatres (Cinema) — 2.9 mi, 152° SE
Silentsiren (Gallery) — 3.2 mi, 013° N
Bride and Bull sculpture (Public Artwork) — 3.4 mi, 059° NE
Montville Basin Overlook (Viewpoint) — 3.7 mi, 290° W
The Morris Canal/Time Capsule (Monument) — 4.1 mi, 139° SE
James J. Nash (Monument) — 4.1 mi, 139° SE
John Arthur Nigra/Arthur Henry Nigra (Monument) — 4.1 mi, 139° SE
William Paterson University Galleries (Gallery) — 4.3 mi, 074° E
Painting with a Twist (Arts Centre) — 4.4 mi, 263° W
Franklin Clove (Attraction) — 4.5 mi, 035° NE
Doctor's Island (Historic Ruins) — 4.5 mi, 356° N
McDavitt's Point (Historic Ruins) — 5.0 mi, 351° N
American Flag Rock (Attraction) — 5.1 mi, 053° NE
Beacon Hill Bird Sanctuary (Nature Reserve) — 5.2 mi, 357° N
"limestone" Quarry (Attraction) — 5.2 mi, 284° W
Parsippany Play House (Theatre) — 5.8 mi, 247° SW
Basalt Beach (Attraction) — 5.8 mi, 045° NE

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