Edgewater
Edgewater, New Jersey, is a densely developed waterfront community along the Hudson River in eastern Bergen County. The borough is known for its condominiums, apartments, townhouses, waterfront views, extensive shopping and dining options, and convenient bus and ferry transportation to Manhattan. Its location near Fort Lee, Cliffside Park, North Bergen, and the George Washington Bridge provides residents with access to major highways, employment centers, parks, and New York City.
Edgewater at a Glance
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Borough of Edgewater |
| County | Bergen County |
| ZIP Code | 07020 |
| Form of Government | Borough |
| Incorporated | 1894 |
| Land Area | Approximately 0.97 square miles |
| Population Density | Approximately 14,764 people per square mile |
| Major Housing Types | Condominiums, apartments, townhouses, co-ops, and single-family homes |
| Nearby Towns | Fort Lee, Cliffside Park, North Bergen, Englewood Cliffs, and West New York |
| Major Local Roads | River Road, Gorge Road, Undercliff Avenue, Old River Road, and Edgewater Avenue |
| Nearby Major Roads | Route 5, Route 4, Palisades Interstate Parkway, I-95, and the George Washington Bridge |
| Main Commercial Corridor | River Road |
| Official Website | Borough of Edgewater |
Population and Household Profile
| Category | Statistics |
|---|---|
| 2025 Estimated Population | 15,499 |
| 2020 Census Population | 14,336 |
| Population Growth Since 2020 Estimate Base | 8.1% |
| Total Households | 7,217 |
| Average Household Size | 2.04 persons |
| Median Household Income | $124,050 |
| Per Capita Income | $84,598 |
| Owner-Occupied Housing Rate | 39.8% |
| Foreign-Born Population | 49.6% |
| Language Other Than English Spoken at Home | 51.9% |
| Average Commute Time | 38.1 minutes |
| Population Age 65 and Older | 14.4% |
| Bachelor’s Degree or Higher | 72.7% |
Race and Ethnicity
| Race or Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White Alone | 40.3% |
| Black or African American Alone | 4.7% |
| Asian Alone | 38.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native Alone | 0.0% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander Alone | 0.0% |
| Two or More Races | 13.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16.6% |
| White Alone, Not Hispanic or Latino | 36.9% |
Housing and Real Estate
| Category | Statistics |
|---|---|
| Owner-Occupied Housing Rate | 39.8% |
| Median Value of Owner-Occupied Housing Units | $715,700 |
| Median Monthly Owner Costs With a Mortgage | $3,935 |
| Median Monthly Owner Costs Without a Mortgage | $1,500 or more |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,579 |
| 2024 Average Residential Sales Price | $857,330 |
| 2024 Average Residential Assessed Value | $649,936 |
| 2024 Average Residential Property Tax | $10,327 |
| Number of Sales Recorded in 2024 | 78 |
| Major Housing Types | Condominiums, apartments, townhouses, co-ops, and single-family residences |
School Information
| Category | School or Information |
|---|---|
| Local School District | Edgewater School District |
| Early Childhood and Elementary School | George Washington School |
| George Washington Grade Levels | Preschool–Grade 2 |
| Elementary School | Eleanor Van Gelder School |
| Eleanor Van Gelder Grade Levels | Grades 3–6 |
| Middle School | Leonia Middle School |
| Edgewater Middle School Grade Levels | Grades 7–8 |
| High School | Leonia High School |
| High School Grade Levels | Grades 9–12 |
| Secondary School Arrangement | Edgewater maintains a sending-receiving relationship with Leonia Public Schools |
| Local District Website | Edgewater School District |
| Secondary District Website | Leonia Public Schools |
School assignments, preschool eligibility, registration requirements, and sending-receiving arrangements should be confirmed directly with the appropriate school district.
Transportation to New York City
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Passenger Rail Station | No active passenger rail station |
| Primary NYC-Bound Bus Route | NJ Transit 158 |
| Primary Midtown Destination | Port Authority Bus Terminal |
| Additional Bus Route | NJ Transit 188 |
| Upper Manhattan Destination | George Washington Bridge Bus Station |
| Main Bus Corridor | River Road |
| Ferry Terminal | Edgewater Ferry Landing |
| Downtown Ferry Service | Weekday commuter service toward Brookfield Place and Pier 11/Wall Street, with scheduled transfers |
| Nearby Midtown Ferry Service | Connecting NY Waterway service through Port Imperial in Weehawken |
| George Washington Bridge | Accessible through nearby Fort Lee |
| Major Highway Access | Route 5, Route 4, Palisades Interstate Parkway, and I-95 |
| Primary Transportation Options | NJ Transit buses, NY Waterway ferry service, and automobiles |
| Bus Schedule Information | NJ Transit Bus Schedules |
| Ferry Schedule Information | NY Waterway Edgewater Ferry |
Bus and ferry routes, stops, transfer requirements, and schedules may change. Commuters should verify the appropriate service for their address and travel time directly with NJ Transit or NY Waterway.
Community Amenities
| Category | Major Facilities and Areas |
|---|---|
| Main Commercial Corridor | River Road |
| Major Shopping Centers | Edgewater Commons and City Place |
| Specialty Shopping | Mitsuwa Marketplace and surrounding Japanese restaurants and specialty businesses |
| Waterfront Recreation | Hudson River Waterfront Walkway |
| Major Recreation Facility | Veterans Field |
| Community Facility | Edgewater Community Center |
| Marina | Edgewater Marina |
| Library | Edgewater Free Public Library |
| Recreation Services | Edgewater Recreation Department |
| Sports and Activities | Baseball, soccer, basketball, tennis, fitness programs, summer programs, youth activities, and community events |
| Local Shopping and Dining | Supermarkets, restaurants, cafés, retail stores, fitness facilities, and waterfront dining along River Road |
| Nearby Outdoor Recreation | Palisades Interstate Park, Fort Lee Historic Park, Overpeck County Park, and waterfront walking and cycling areas |
| Nearby Hospitals | Englewood Hospital, Holy Name Medical Center, and Hackensack University Medical Center |
| Community Characteristics | Hudson River views, waterfront residences, high-density housing, extensive retail services, ferry access, and NYC-bound buses |
