Hackensack is Bergen County’s seat, and you feel it in the day-to-day. There’s constant energy from the courthouse district, Hackensack Meridian Health, and a growing mix of new residential buildings that have changed what “living in Hackensack” can look like. Downtown has become a go-to for people who want walkable streets, quick errands, and easy access to restaurants, coffee shops, and community spots.
For shopping and dining, locals love being close to The Shops at Riverside, plus plenty of casual staples and long-time favorites throughout town. If parks and fresh air matter, you’ve got nearby green spaces that give you a break from the busy stretches.
Commuters appreciate Hackensack for its excellent connectivity. You can get into NYC by bus or take NJ Transit rail service nearby and transfer through Secaucus for Manhattan access. If you’re balancing office days with work-from-home life is a practical home base that still feels connected.
From a real estate angle, we see steady demand here for rentals, starter condos, and investment properties near me, thanks to the location, the rental pool, and the ongoing development. If you tell us your budget and must-haves, we’ll pull options that actually match your lifestyle, not just whatever is sitting online.
45,768 people live in Hackensack, where the median age is 41.5 and the average individual income is $49,224. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Hackensack, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Charcuterie & Treats, Suburban Revival, and Uneeda Bolt & Screw Co.
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| Dining | 1.98 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.49 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 3.7 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.77 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.74 miles | 14 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.23 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Hackensack has 20,305 households, with an average household size of 2.19. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Hackensack do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 45,768 people call Hackensack home. The population density is 10,902.67 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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