Paramus

Paramus is a borough in central Bergen County, roughly 15 miles northwest of Manhattan, with residential areas spread along several main roads. The town covers flat terrain and links different neighborhoods through wide traffic corridors.

The borough was established in 1922 when it separated from Midland Township, now called Rochelle Park. This split followed a pattern common in Bergen County during the early 20th century.

The name comes from the Lenape Unami language and still connects this place to the people who lived here long ago. Visitors today see mostly modern shopping centers where families from nearby towns gather on weekends.

The area works well for travelers who want to explore the New York metro region from a quiet base with easy highway access. Visitors arriving on Sunday should know that many stores except groceries remain closed.

Local laws prohibit the sale of many goods on Sunday, so the large shopping centers stay noticeably quieter on that day. This rule has been in place for decades and shapes the weekly rhythm of the whole area.

Location: Bergen County

Inception: 1922

Elevation above the sea: 15 m

Shares border with: Washington, Fair Lawn, Glen Rock, Maywood, River Edge, Oradell, Rochelle Park, Saddle Brook, Emerson, Hackensack, Ridgewood

Website: https://paramusborough.org

GPS coordinates: 40.94000,-74.07111

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:05