Cliffside Park
Cliffside Park, New Jersey, is a densely populated residential community located atop the Palisades in eastern Bergen County. The borough offers a diverse mix of single-family homes, two-family properties, condominiums, and high-rise apartments. Residents also benefit from the Palisade Avenue business district and convenient bus service to New York City.
Cliffside Park at a Glance
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Borough of Cliffside Park |
| County | Bergen County |
| ZIP Code | 07010 |
| Form of Government | Borough |
| Incorporated | 1895 |
| Land Area | Approximately 0.96 square miles |
| Population Density | Approximately 26,876 people per square mile |
| Major Housing Types | Single-family homes, two-family homes, condominiums, and high-rise apartments |
| Nearby Towns | Fort Lee, Edgewater, Fairview, and Ridgefield |
| Major Local Roads | Palisade Avenue, Anderson Avenue, and Gorge Road |
| Nearby Major Roads | Route 5, Route 9W, and Route 4 |
| Official Website | Borough of Cliffside Park |
Population and Household Profile
| Category | Statistics |
| 2025 Estimated Population | 26,539 |
| 2020 Population | 25,693 |
| Total Households | 10,609 |
| Average Household Size | 2.43 persons |
| Median Household Income | $93,452 |
| Per Capita Income | $49,073 |
| Owner-Occupied Housing Rate | 51.4% |
| Foreign-Born Population | 46.6% |
| Language Other Than English Spoken at Home | 64.6% |
| Average Commute Time | 35.5 minutes |
| Population Age 65 and Older | 21.5% |
Race and Ethnicity
| Race or Ethnicity | Percentage |
| White Alone | 45.7% |
| Black or African American Alone | 2.8% |
| Asian Alone | 14.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native Alone | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 20.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 34.5% |
| White Alone, Not Hispanic or Latino | 41.4% |
Housing and Real Estate
| Category | Statistics |
| Owner-Occupied Housing Rate | 51.4% |
| Median Value of Owner-Occupied Housing Units | $588,200 |
| Median Monthly Owner Costs With a Mortgage | $3,325 |
| Median Monthly Owner Costs Without a Mortgage | More than $1,500 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,837 |
| 2024 Average Residential Sales Price | $676,870 |
| 2024 Average Residential Assessed Value | $377,450 |
| 2024 Average Residential Property Tax | $10,403 |
| Number of Sales Recorded in 2024 | 187 |
| Major Housing Types | Single-family homes, two-family homes, condominiums, and high-rise apartments |
School Information
| Category | School or Information |
| School District | Cliffside Park School District |
| Elementary School | School No. 3 |
| Elementary School | School No. 4 |
| Elementary School | School No. 5 |
| Elementary and Middle School | School No. 6 |
| Middle School | Cliffside Park Middle School |
| High School | Cliffside Park High School |
| Grade Levels | Pre-K–12 |
| High School Arrangement | Cliffside Park High School serves students from Fairview through a receiving-district arrangement |
| School District Website | Cliffside Park Public Schools |
Transportation to New York City
| Category | Details |
| Passenger Rail Station | None |
| Major NYC-Bound Bus Routes | NJ Transit 156 and 159 |
| Major Destination | Port Authority Bus Terminal |
| Local Bus Route | NJ Transit 751 |
| Major Bus Corridors | Palisade Avenue and Anderson Avenue |
| Ferry Access | Available through the Edgewater Ferry Landing |
| Additional Transportation | Shuttle connections to the Edgewater Ferry Landing |
| George Washington Bridge Access | Accessible through Fort Lee |
| Primary Transportation Options | NJ Transit buses, ferry connections, and automobiles |
Community Amenities
| Category | Major Facilities and Areas |
| Main Business District | Palisade Avenue |
| Major Park | Memorial Park |
| Additional Park | Zalewski Park |
| Library | Cliffside Park Public Library |
| Community Services | Cliffside Park Recreation Department |
| Senior Facility | Cliffside Park Senior Activity Center |
| Sports and Activities | Soccer, basketball, baseball, tennis, and summer programs |
| Nearby Shopping | Edgewater Commons, City Place, and Fort Lee shopping districts |
| Nearby Hospitals | Englewood Hospital and Hackensack University Medical Center |
| Community Characteristics | High population density, diverse housing options, and convenient bus access to New York City |
