Wallington

Wallington is an administrative borough in Bergen County featuring a mix of single-family homes, small commercial districts, and tree-lined streets throughout the community. The Passaic River forms part of the area's natural border and influences the local layout.

The borough was established in 1894 as an independent municipality, transforming the area from farmland into an organized urban community. This founding coincided with widespread suburban development across Bergen County during the late 1800s.

You'll notice Polish-American influences throughout the area, with local restaurants and shops reflecting Eastern European traditions that remain part of daily life here.

Samuel Nelkin County Park offers outdoor spaces with walking trails, sports fields, and a pond where you can spend time outside. The park is easily accessible and serves as a gathering spot for recreation and fresh air.

The first Borough Hall was located on 8th Street and served as the early administrative center when the community was just beginning to organize itself. This original location remains a point of local reference for understanding how the area developed.

Location: Bergen County

Inception: December 31, 1894

Shares border with: South Hackensack, Garfield, Passaic, East Rutherford, Carlstadt, Wood-Ridge

Website: https://wallingtonnj.org

GPS coordinates: 40.85310,-74.10630

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:06