East RutherfordNew Jersey
East Rutherford is a borough in Bergen County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey.
Intro: Wikipedia
About East Rutherford
Set in the northeastern part of New Jersey, East Rutherford is a close-knit town with an estimated population of 10,624.
East Rutherford holds the status of a borough — a form of municipal government most common in the Northeast. The community covers 3.71 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 2,864 residents per square mile.
What Makes East Rutherford Unique
- The only place in America named East Rutherford — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in northeastern New Jersey, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of New Jersey — one of 700 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Big enough for services and schools, small enough to feel like home.
- Local businesses and schools anchored by a stable resident base of 10,624.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 3 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in East Rutherford
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · click a restaurant to read or write reviews.
🎡 Fun Things to Do
- Big Snow American Dream · Theme park
- DreamWorks Water Park · Theme park
- Nickelodeon Universe · Theme park
- Sea Life Aquarium · Aquarium
Attractions mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏫 Schools in East Rutherford
- Alfred S. Faust Middle School
- Henry P. Becton Regional High School
- Lincoln School
- McKenzie School
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.