Bergen County Commuter Borough
Welcome to Maywood, a compact Bergen County borough of just 1.3 square miles, close to Routes 4 and 17 and within easy commuting distance of New York City.
Maywood is a small, densely settled borough in central Bergen County, New Jersey, covering just 1.287 square miles. It sits close to Interstate 80 and Routes 4 and 17, tucked into the busy commercial hub of the county while retaining a distinctly residential, walkable character. With 10,080 residents in the 2020 census, Maywood is among the county's most densely populated municipalities. The area's roots reach back to seventeenth-century Dutch settlement, but the modern borough took shape around a station of the New Jersey Midland Railway established in 1872, from which it drew its name. Maywood was incorporated as a borough in June 1894, carved from portions of Midland Township at the height of the 'Boroughitis' movement that reshaped Bergen County's municipal map. The historic Maywood Railroad Station, refurbished in 2002 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2003, stands as a reminder of that rail-era founding. Today Maywood functions as a commuter-oriented residential community. Its tree-lined streets and single-family homes house families, longtime residents, and professionals who value proximity to New York City and the region's employment centers. The borough experienced most of its growth during the first half of the twentieth century, and its population has remained relatively steady since, preserving a mature, settled feel on its residential blocks. The borough's small size places schools, parks, shops, and houses close together, while neighboring Hackensack, Paramus, and Rochelle Park supply larger-scale retail, dining, and services within minutes. Maywood's public schools serve students through eighth grade, after which they attend Henry P. Becton Regional High School in East Rutherford. The borough's central location, compact layout, and transit links make it a practical choice for commuters seeking a walkable Bergen County setting without the sprawl of larger surrounding suburbs.
Maywood is a borough in central Bergen County, New Jersey, located near Interstate 80 and Routes 4 and 17. It is bordered by Hackensack, Paramus, Rochelle Park, and several other Bergen County municipalities.
Maywood is served by the Maywood Public Schools, a pre-kindergarten through eighth grade district with two schools in the borough. High school students attend Henry P. Becton Regional High School in East Rutherford.
Maywood covers just 1.287 square miles, making it one of the smallest municipalities in Bergen County. Its compact size also places it among the county's most densely populated communities in New Jersey.
Maywood residents can reach New York City via NJ Transit bus routes to the Port Authority Bus Terminal, or by train from the nearby Anderson Street station in Hackensack on the Pascack Valley Line to Hoboken. The borough also sits close to Routes 4 and 17 and Interstate 80.
Maywood recorded a population of 10,080 in the 2020 United States census, up from 9,555 in the 2010 census. The borough's population has remained relatively steady over the past three decades, reflecting its mature, established residential character.
Maywood was incorporated as a borough in June 1894, formed from portions of Midland Township during the 'Boroughitis' movement that swept through Bergen County. Its name came from a New Jersey Midland Railway station established in 1872.
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Maywood's housing stock is dominated by single-family homes on compact, tree-lined lots, a pattern typical of Bergen County's prewar and mid-century boroughs. The borough's small size — just 1.3 square miles — means land is at a premium, and homes sit close together, giving the community a walkable, neighborhood-scale feel. Much of the housing was built during the first half of the twentieth century, with a mix of older frame homes, colonials, and modest bungalows, supplemented by a limited number of multi-family and newer infill properties. The stable, long-established character of the housing stock reflects the borough's steady population over recent decades.
Maywood offers a compact, convenient Bergen County lifestyle. Everyday errands, schools, and recreation are within walking or short-driving distance, while the borough's location near Routes 4 and 17 and the region's major shopping corridors puts retail and dining minutes away. Community life revolves around the local schools, the Maywood Public Library, and borough recreation programs, and Memorial Park serves as a central green space for gatherings and events. Residents enjoy the combination of a small-town feel with fast access to the commercial amenities and cultural attractions of Hackensack, Paramus, and New York City.
Maywood's public-school students attend the Maywood Public Schools, a community district serving pre-kindergarten through eighth grade at two schools in the borough. For grades nine through twelve, students attend Henry P. Becton Regional High School in East Rutherford, following the district's transition away from its earlier sending relationship with Hackensack High School. This arrangement gives Maywood families a small, local elementary and middle school experience while connecting teenagers to a regional high school serving several nearby municipalities.
Maywood is well positioned for commuters. The borough lies close to Interstate 80 and Routes 4 and 17, providing direct road access to the region's employment centers and the George Washington Bridge. NJ Transit bus routes connect Maywood to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan, and rail service is available at nearby Anderson Street station in Hackensack on the Pascack Valley Line, with trains to Hoboken and connections into New York. The borough's compact layout makes many daily trips walkable, while its central Bergen County location keeps the wider region within easy reach.
Maywood's recreation centers on its local parks and the county's greenway system. Memorial Park offers playgrounds, open lawn, and space for community events in the heart of the borough. Just beyond the borough line, Saddle River County Park — a 577-acre linear park that follows the Saddle River through several Bergen County towns — provides a multi-use path for walking, jogging, and cycling, along with fishing ponds and picnic areas. Nearby Van Saun County Park and Dahnerts Lake County Park add additional outdoor options for Maywood families within a short drive.
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