Rutherford

Rutherford is a borough in Bergen County, New Jersey, located about 8 miles west of Manhattan with convenient transportation connections. The community spans roughly 2.89 square miles and is primarily residential with various local institutions and services.

Rutherford was originally home to the Lenape people before becoming an independent borough in 1881 following a separation from Union Township. This transition shaped the community's development into a modern residential area.

The William Carlos Williams Center for the Performing Arts serves as a hub for theater, music, and community events in the area. Regular performances and local artistic programs shape how people gather and celebrate together here.

The area is well served by public transportation with easy access to schools spanning from early childhood through high school. Most local facilities are accessible along main streets throughout the borough.

The community is known for its extensive tree coverage and is nicknamed the "Borough of Trees" in New Jersey. Lush greenery along residential streets gives the place its distinctive character.

Location: Bergen County

Elevation above the sea: 20 m

Shares border with: East Rutherford, Secaucus, Lyndhurst, Clifton, Passaic

Website: https://rutherfordboronj.com

GPS coordinates: 40.82030,-74.10600

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:47