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Old Tappan

Old Tappan is in Bergen County and is one of the best places to live in New Jersey.

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Welcome to Old Tappan

Old Tappan is a suburb of New York City with a population of 5,999. Old Tappan is in Bergen County and is one of the best places to live in New Jersey. Living in Old Tappan offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. The public schools in Old Tappan are highly rated.
 
The Delaware Indian word "Tuphanne" is where the name Tappan is derived from. It means cold water. Why it was named Old Tappan, no one knows, but it is believed that it was to distinguish it from Tappan, New York, of which Old Tappan was formerly a part. In 1704, Cosyn Haring, one of the original 16 parents, obtained a land grant from Queen Anne of England for most of the land which is now Old Tappan.
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Overview for Old Tappan, NJ

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.

5,896

Total Population

44.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$80,449

Average individual Income

Around Old Tappan, NJ

There's plenty to do around Old Tappan, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

38
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
35
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including HydroQuench2o, Society Men, and L'ifestyle Lounge.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.56 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 2.83 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.16 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 1.84 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Old Tappan, NJ

Population Households Employment

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.

5,896

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

44.8

Median Age

50.44 / 49.56%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
1,935

Total Households

3.05

Average Household Size

$80,449

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Old Tappan, NJ

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The following schools are within or nearby Old Tappan. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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