Old Tappan is a borough in northern Bergen County, New Jersey with a population of approximately 6,123 residents. Living in Old Tappan offers a sparse suburban feel, with most residents owning their homes and highly rated public schools serving the community.
With a median household income exceeding $205,000, Old Tappan ranks among Bergen County’s most affluent and sought-after communities.
Stone Point Park serves as the community hub, featuring four baseball fields, two basketball courts, a playground, four soccer fields, and a seasonal skate park. Oaks Park offers a walking trail and hosts the town’s annual Halloween Parade.
High school students attend Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan, which also serves students from Harrington Park, Northvale, and Norwood — with a student-teacher ratio of 10.4:1.
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5,896 people live in Old Tappan, where the median age is 44.8 and the average individual income is $80,449. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Old Tappan, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Lacasadidolce, Curbside Confections - Candy & Snack Truck, and Walter’s Cake Art.
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| Dining | 2.02 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 2.8 miles | 33 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.05 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 4.3 miles | 14 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.19 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.66 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.83 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.34 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.11 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.9 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.95 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.7 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.82 miles | 14 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Old Tappan has 1,935 households, with an average household size of 3.05. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Old Tappan do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 5,896 people call Old Tappan home. The population density is 1,778.41 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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