Norwood
Norwood is a quiet suburban community in northeastern Bergen County’s Northern Valley region. The borough is characterized by single-family homes, spacious properties, local schools, and convenient access to nearby shopping areas. Norwood is also located close to the New York State border.
Norwood Basic Information
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Borough of Norwood |
| County | Bergen County |
| ZIP Code | 07648 |
| Municipality Type | Borough |
| Incorporated | 1905 |
| Total Area | Approximately 2.79 square miles |
| Population Density | Approximately 2,026 residents per square mile |
| Major Housing Types | Single-family homes, townhouses, and condominiums |
| Neighboring Municipalities | Northvale, Old Tappan, Harrington Park, Closter, Alpine, and Rockleigh |
| Major Roads | Broadway, Livingston Street, Tappan Road, and Knickerbocker Road |
| Official Website | Borough of Norwood |
Population and Household Statistics
| Category | Statistics |
|---|---|
| 2025 Estimated Population | 5,817 |
| Number of Households | 1,966 |
| Average Household Size | 2.82 people |
| Median Household Income | $178,311 |
| Per Capita Income | $67,757 |
| Owner-Occupied Housing Rate | 79.2% |
| Foreign-Born Population | 29.1% |
| Language Other Than English Spoken at Home | 37.7% |
| Average Commute Time | 30.9 minutes |
| Population Age 65 and Older | 22.6% |
| Bachelor’s Degree or Higher | 60.6% |
Race and Ethnicity
| Race or Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White Alone | 56.9% |
| Black or African American Alone | 1.2% |
| Asian Alone | 30.7% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native Alone | 0.0% |
| Two or More Races | 10.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 10.5% |
| White Alone, Not Hispanic or Latino | 55.9% |
Housing and Real Estate
| Category | Statistics |
|---|---|
| Major Housing Types | Single-family homes, townhouses, and condominiums |
| Owner-Occupied Housing Rate | 79.2% |
| Median Owner-Occupied Home Value | $709,100 |
| Median Monthly Owner Cost With a Mortgage | $3,740 |
| Median Monthly Owner Cost Without a Mortgage | $1,500 or more |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,094 |
| 2024 Average Residential Sale Price | $854,400 |
| 2024 Average Residential Assessment | $558,615 |
| 2024 Average Residential Property Tax | $15,356 |
| 2024 Recorded Sales | 35 |
| Residential Character | Low-density neighborhoods with single-family homes and spacious properties |
School Information
| Category | School |
|---|---|
| Elementary and Middle School District | Norwood Public School District |
| Elementary and Middle School | Norwood Public School |
| Grade Levels | Pre-K–8th Grade |
| High School District | Northern Valley Regional High School District |
| High School | Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan |
| High School Grade Levels | 9th–12th Grade |
| High School Location | Old Tappan |
| High School Website | Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan |
Transportation to New York City
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Passenger Rail Station | None within Norwood |
| New York City Bus | Rockland Coaches Route 20 |
| Bus Destination | Port Authority Bus Terminal |
| Nearby NJ Transit Stations | Westwood Station and Hillsdale Station |
| Train Line | Pascack Valley Line |
| New York Penn Station | Transfer at Secaucus Junction |
| Major Roads | Knickerbocker Road, Livingston Street, and nearby Palisades Interstate Parkway |
| Primary Transportation | Automobile and commuter bus |
| Bus Website | Rockland Coaches |
| Train Website | NJ Transit |
Community Amenities
| Category | Major Amenities |
|---|---|
| Commercial Areas | Livingston Street and Broadway |
| Shopping | Local shops and the Norwood shopping area |
| Nearby Shopping | Closter Plaza and Northvale commercial district |
| Dining | Livingston Street, Broadway, and nearby Closter |
| Library | Norwood Public Library |
| Recreation | Norwood recreation programs and athletic fields |
| Nearby Golf | Rockland Country Club |
| Nearby Hospitals | Englewood Hospital and Pascack Valley Medical Center |
| Community Event | Norwood Day |
| Community Character | Low population density, spacious properties, and established suburban neighborhoods |
