Moonachie, New Jersey facts for kids
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Moonachie, New Jersey
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Center of Moonachie along CR 503 (Moonachie Road); the municipal building is in the background on the right
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Location of Moonachie in Bergen County highlighted in red (left). Inset map: Location of Bergen County in New Jersey highlighted in orange (right).
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Census Bureau map of Moonachie, New Jersey
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 Moonachie, New Jersey
Location in Bergen County, New Jersey
Moonachie, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Moonachie, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  New Jersey |
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| County | Bergen | |
| Incorporated | May 3, 1910 | |
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| • Type | Borough | |
| • Body | Borough Council | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 1.74 sq mi (4.51 km2) | |
| • Land | 1.73 sq mi (4.48 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) 0.69% | |
| Area rank | 427th of 565 in state 54th of 70 in county |
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| Elevation | 3 ft (0.9 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 3,133 | |
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3,108 | |
| • Rank | 444th of 565 in state 66th of 70 in county |
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| • Density | 1,810.9/sq mi (699.2/km2) | |
| • Density rank | 308th of 565 in state 59th of 70 in county |
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| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) | |
| ZIP Code |
07074
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| Area code(s) | 201 | |
| FIPS code | 3400347700 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0885307 | |
Moonachie (pronounced moo-NAH-kee) is a small town, called a borough, in Bergen County, New Jersey. It is located near the Hackensack River. In 2020, about 3,133 people lived there. This was an increase of 425 people since the 2010 census.
The name Moonachie is believed to come from Monaghie, an Iroquois chief. He lived in the local cedar forests back in the 1600s. Moonachie officially became a borough on April 11, 1910. This happened after people voted for it on May 3, 1910. Later, in 1917, parts of Moonachie were used to create the nearby town of Teterboro.
Most people say the name "moo-NAH-kee." However, in 1987, the mayor of New York City, Ed Koch, joked about it. He mispronounced it "mah-NOO-chee." He said the New York Giants football team should have their victory parade in Moonachie. This was because the Giants play their games in New Jersey, not New York City.
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What is Moonachie's Geography Like?
Moonachie covers a total area of about 1.74 square miles (4.51 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small amount of water.
The borough is located about 9 miles (14 kilometers) northwest of downtown Manhattan in New York City. It's also very close to East Rutherford. This is where the Meadowlands Sports Complex is located. The Meadowlands is home to the National Football League's New York Giants and New York Jets football teams. It also has a racetrack for horse racing. Parts of Teterboro Airport are also found within Moonachie.
Moonachie shares its borders with several other towns in Bergen County. These include Carlstadt, Hasbrouck Heights, Little Ferry, South Hackensack, Teterboro, and Wood-Ridge.
How Many People Live in Moonachie?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 212 | — | |
| 1910 | 638 | 200.9% | |
| 1920 | 1,194 | 87.1% | |
| 1930 | 1,465 | 22.7% | |
| 1940 | 1,554 | 6.1% | |
| 1950 | 1,775 | 14.2% | |
| 1960 | 3,052 | 71.9% | |
| 1970 | 2,951 | −3.3% | |
| 1980 | 2,706 | −8.3% | |
| 1990 | 2,817 | 4.1% | |
| 2000 | 2,754 | −2.2% | |
| 2010 | 2,708 | −1.7% | |
| 2020 | 3,133 | 15.7% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 3,108 | 14.8% | |
| Population sources: 1910–1920 1910 1910–1930 1900–2020 2000 2010 2020 |
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In 2010, the 2010 United States census counted 2,708 people living in Moonachie. There were 1,005 households, which are groups of people living together. About 702 of these were families. The population density was about 1,626 people per square mile.
The people living in Moonachie come from many different backgrounds. In 2010, most residents were White. There were also many people of Asian and Hispanic or Latino heritage.
What About Education in Moonachie?
Students in Moonachie attend public schools run by the Moonachie School District. Children from pre-kindergarten up to eighth grade go to the Robert L. Craig School. In the 2018–19 school year, there were 317 students and about 30 teachers. This means there were about 10 students for every teacher.
For high school, students from Moonachie go to Wood-Ridge High School in Wood-Ridge. This is part of a special agreement between the two school districts. About 100 students from Moonachie attend Wood-Ridge High School for ninth through twelfth grade.
Students in Bergen County, including Moonachie, can also apply to special high school programs. These are offered by the Bergen County Technical Schools. They include the Bergen County Academies in Hackensack and the Bergen Tech campus in Teterboro or Paramus. These schools offer advanced programs. Students are chosen through an application process.
How Do People Get Around Moonachie?
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As of 2010, Moonachie had about 12.83 miles of roads. The town itself took care of most of these roads.
One important road that goes through Moonachie is County Route 503. It is also known as Moonachie Road.
For public transportation, NJ Transit offers several bus routes. Routes 161, 163, and 164 can take you to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. If you need to go to Newark, you can take the 76 bus route. There are also local bus services available on routes 703 (during rush hour) and 772.
Who Are Some Famous People From Moonachie?
Many interesting people have connections to Moonachie. Some of them include:
- Lottie Brunn (1925–2008), a German American acrobat. She was known as one of the fastest women jugglers in the world.
- Jennifer Velez (born 1965 or 1966), who used to be a commissioner for the New Jersey Department of Human Services.
- Nikita Whitlock (born 1991), a fullback who played for the New York Giants football team.
See also
In Spanish: Moonachie para niños
