Fair Lawn New Jersey Map

About Fair Lawn, New Jersey

Fair Lawn is a locality in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of 35,610. The population density is 2643.1 people per km². Fair Lawn is located at 40.9404°N, 74.1318°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 13181.

Fair Lawn presents a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of the Little Diamond Brook, which carves its path through the terrain as a constant, fluid companion to daily life. It lies 1.3 miles east-southeast of Hawthorne, NJ (from Hawthorne, NJ: bearing 118°T), and is situated 2.6 miles northeast of Paterson. The ground rises gently toward the distant silhouette of Mount Cecchino, offering a sense of scale to the horizon that anchors the suburban sprawl. Residents often find respite in the greenery of Everett Park, where the air holds the cool, damp weight of the nearby Saddle River Valley. Though the coast remains miles away, a faint, salt-tinged breeze sometimes wanders inland, whispering of the tidal rhythm felt more keenly down at Wallington Reach. Even the light seems to linger longer over the calm surface of Van Winkles Pond, casting a soft, amber glow that settles upon the trees as the evening arrives. Fair Lawn grew from its agricultural roots into a hub of industry and commerce, evolving through decades of steady development that transformed quiet fields into a bustling suburban center. The local economy flourished as manufacturing and professional services took hold, drawing a diverse workforce that shaped the identity of the neighborhood. Much of this growth was bolstered by the proximity to the rushing waters of Passaic Falls, which once provided the kinetic energy to drive early mechanical endeavors. Today, the industrial character remains visible in the clean, organized corridors of business parks that stand where orchards and farmsteads might have stood long ago. This history of productivity continues to influence the rhythm of the streets, where the ambition of the past finds a modern mirror in the work of contemporary residents. Cultural life in Fair Lawn thrives through a shared commitment to community engagement and the celebration of local traditions that bring neighbors together throughout the seasons. The town serves as a quiet stage for notable figures like actor Danny Aiello, who grew up within these borders, carrying the spirit of the region into his storied performances. Landmarks and public spaces serve as the anchor for annual events, where the cadence of daily routines gives way to the vibrant energy of festivals and communal gatherings. Education and civic pride are held in high regard, fostering an atmosphere where the pursuit of knowledge and the arts is encouraged in every household. As the sun sets, the collective character of Fair Lawn reveals itself not in grand gestures, but in the simple, enduring connections formed between those who call these streets their own.

About This Fair Lawn Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fair Lawn, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.940376, -74.13181. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Fair Lawn and Bergen County.

Detailed location data for Fair Lawn includes the ZIP code (07410), telephone area code (973, 862), county seat of Bergen County (Hackensack), and school district assignment (Fair Lawn Borough School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Fair Lawn is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.