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Cresskill, New Jersey

Borough · Population 9,311 · #125 in New Jersey
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About Cresskill

Set in the northeastern part of New Jersey, Cresskill is a close-knit town counting 9,311 people who proudly call it home.

Officially, Cresskill is a borough — a form of municipal government most common in the Northeast. The community covers 2.06 square miles, giving it a compact, walkable footprint at roughly 4,520 residents per square mile.

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What Makes Cresskill Unique

  • The only place in America named Cresskill — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
  • Positioned in northeastern New Jersey, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
  • Part of the fabric of New Jersey — one of 700 recognized communities statewide.

Why People Love It Here

  • The sweet spot: real amenities without big-city congestion.
  • Local businesses and schools anchored by a stable resident base of 9,311.
  • Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 2 miles.

🍽️ Where to Eat in Cresskill

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🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Cresskill

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🏫 Schools in Cresskill

  • Cresskill High School
  • Cresskill Middle School
  • Edward H. Bryan
  • Merritt Memorial

Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.

⚡ Quick Facts

TypeBorough
Population (2024)9,311
Rank in state#125 of 323
Land area2.06 sq mi
Density4,520/sq mi
Coordinates40.9400, -73.9583

🌤️ Current Weather

Right now63°F
ConditionsRain
Wind5 to 12 mph

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