Little Ferry
Little Ferry, New Jersey, is a compact Bergen County borough located near Hackensack, the Meadowlands, and major highways leading to New York City. The community offers single-family homes, two-family properties, condominiums, and apartments. Residents benefit from convenient access to Route 46, I-80, the New Jersey Turnpike, and NJ Transit bus service.
Little Ferry at a Glance
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Borough of Little Ferry |
| County | Bergen County |
| ZIP Code | 07643 |
| Form of Government | Borough |
| Incorporated | 1894 |
| Land Area | Approximately 1.48 square miles |
| Population Density | Approximately 7,439 people per square mile |
| Major Housing Types | Single-family homes, two-family homes, condominiums, and apartments |
| Nearby Towns | Hackensack, Ridgefield Park, Moonachie, South Hackensack, and Teterboro |
| Major Local Roads | Liberty Street, Main Street, Washington Avenue, and Bergen Turnpike |
| Nearby Major Roads | Route 46, I-80, and the New Jersey Turnpike |
| Official Website | Borough of Little Ferry |
Population and Household Profile
| Category | Statistics |
|---|---|
| 2025 Estimated Population | 11,099 |
| 2020 Population | 10,987 |
| Total Households | 4,527 |
| Average Household Size | 2.43 persons |
| Median Household Income | $85,750 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,279 |
| Owner-Occupied Housing Rate | 45.7% |
| Foreign-Born Population | 46.7% |
| Language Other Than English Spoken at Home | 60.2% |
| Average Commute Time | 29.2 minutes |
| Population Age 65 and Older | 18.1% |
Race and Ethnicity
| Race or Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White Alone | 41.3% |
| Black or African American Alone | 4.2% |
| Asian Alone | 20.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native Alone | 1.8% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander Alone | 0.0% |
| Two or More Races | 19.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 37.6% |
| White Alone, Not Hispanic or Latino | 37.2% |
Housing and Real Estate
| Category | Statistics |
|---|---|
| Owner-Occupied Housing Rate | 45.7% |
| Median Value of Owner-Occupied Housing Units | $429,300 |
| Median Monthly Owner Costs With a Mortgage | $3,147 |
| Median Monthly Owner Costs Without a Mortgage | $1,412 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,783 |
| 2024 Average Residential Sales Price | $483,737 |
| 2024 Average Residential Assessed Value | $422,221 |
| 2024 Average Residential Property Tax | $10,577 |
| Number of Sales Recorded in 2024 | 19 |
| Major Housing Types | Single-family homes, two-family homes, condominiums, and apartments |
School Information
| Category | School or Information |
|---|---|
| Local School District | Little Ferry Public School District |
| Elementary School | Washington Elementary School |
| Elementary Grade Levels | Pre-K–4 |
| Middle School | Memorial Middle School |
| Middle School Grade Levels | Grades 5–8 |
| High School | Ridgefield Park Junior/Senior High School |
| High School Grade Levels | Grades 9–12 |
| High School Arrangement | Little Ferry students attend Ridgefield Park Junior/Senior High School through a sending-and-receiving relationship |
| Local School District Website | Little Ferry Public Schools |
| High School Website | Ridgefield Park Junior/Senior High School |
Transportation to New York City
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Passenger Rail Station | None within Little Ferry |
| Major NYC-Bound Bus Route | NJ Transit 161 |
| Major Destination | Port Authority Bus Terminal |
| Local Bus Route | NJ Transit 772 |
| Major Bus Corridors | Washington Avenue, Liberty Street, and Route 46 |
| Nearby Rail Options | Teterboro and Wood-Ridge stations on the Pascack Valley Line |
| George Washington Bridge Access | Available through Route 46 and Fort Lee |
| Lincoln Tunnel Access | Available through Route 46 and the New Jersey Turnpike |
| Primary Transportation Options | NJ Transit buses and automobiles |
| Schedule Information | NJ Transit Schedules |
Community Amenities
| Category | Major Facilities and Areas |
|---|---|
| Main Commercial Areas | Liberty Street, Main Street, and Route 46 |
| Major Recreation Area | Lakeview Park and athletic fields |
| Nature Area | Losen Slote Creek Park |
| Library | Little Ferry Public Library |
| Community Services | Little Ferry Recreation Department |
| Recreation Programs | Basketball, soccer, baseball, football, yoga, and summer camp |
| Nearby Shopping | Route 46 shopping areas, Hackensack retail districts, and American Dream |
| Nearby Hospitals | Hackensack University Medical Center and Holy Name Medical Center |
| Nearby Employment Areas | Hackensack, Teterboro, the Meadowlands, and Secaucus |
| Community Characteristics | Diverse population, varied housing options, highway access, and convenient bus transportation |
