Emerson, NJ

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Population
7,371
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
49 ft
Median Home Value
$645,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,887/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$155,536
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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About Emerson

Emerson is a Bergen County borough in the New York City metropolitan area, located along the Pascack Valley corridor. Kinderkamack Road is one of its main commercial spines, with Pascack Valley Shopping Center serving as a local retail landmark. Emerson is a classic north Jersey suburb: train access, compact neighborhoods, local schools, and close ties to nearby towns such as Harrington Park, Westwood, and Oradell. It feels settled and residential, with New York commuting built into the background.

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