Wood Ridge New Jersey Map

About Wood Ridge, New Jersey

Wood Ridge is a locality in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,800. The population density is 3800.0 people per km². Wood Ridge is located at 40.8457°N, 74.0879°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 7075.

Wood Ridge rises from the lowlands, a gentle swell of earth where the Hackensack River's influence is felt in the humid air and the soft, yielding ground. It lies 2.3 miles east-south-east of Passaic, NJ (from Passaic, NJ: bearing 110°T), and is situated 7.7 miles north-west of Manhattan. The landscape here is a study in verdant resilience, a patchwork of mature trees that cast long, cool shadows across manicured lawns and the occasional weathered fence post. Streets, lined with a comfortable mix of older homes and newer constructions, wind with a sense of settled purpose, revealing glimpses of quiet backyards and the steady, unhurried unfolding of suburban life. The very air seems to hold a certain stillness, broken only by the distant hum of traffic and the rustling of leaves, a subtle reminder of the larger world just beyond Wood Ridge's borders. The story of Wood Ridge is one of transformation, from the agricultural roots that once sustained its early settlers to its current role as a vibrant residential hub within the bustling metropolitan sprawl. Its economy, once tied to the land and small-scale commerce, now thrives on the commuter spirit and the diverse businesses that cater to its growing population, a testament to its adaptive character. Distinctive parks and green spaces, remnants of a more pastoral past, offer pockets of tranquility, inviting quiet contemplation amidst the daily ebb and flow. The quality of light at dusk, when the sky bleeds into hues of lavender and rose, casts a painterly glow upon the rooftops, imbuing Wood Ridge with a unique, understated beauty.

About This Wood Ridge Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Wood Ridge, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.845655, -74.087919. 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 Wood Ridge and Bergen County.

Detailed location data for Wood Ridge includes the ZIP code (07075), 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 Wood Ridge is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.