Leonia

Borough of Leonia, New Jersey

Bergen County, NJ

07605

Neighboring townsEdgewaterEnglewoodEnglewood CliffsFort Lee.infoPalisades ParkTeaneck

Welcome to Leonia

A diverse, arts-friendly borough with a creative spirit just minutes from the George Washington Bridge

Population

9,159

Area

1.55 sq mi

School District

Leonia Public Schools

Government

Borough (Mayor-Council)

Incorporated

1894

Elevation

25 ft

ZIP Code(s)

07605

About Leonia

Leonia is a compact, culturally diverse borough in southeastern Bergen County known for its artistic community, excellent schools, and exceptional proximity to New York City via the George Washington Bridge. The borough has a long history as a haven for artists, writers, and musicians, and today that creative spirit continues through community theater, art programs, and a welcoming, eclectic atmosphere. With about 9,000 residents packed into just over one square mile, Leonia offers walkable neighborhoods, a tight-knit community, and one of the shortest commutes to Manhattan in Bergen County.

Highlights

  • Minutes from the George Washington Bridge — one of the fastest NYC commutes in Bergen County
  • Historic artists' colony with a vibrant cultural community
  • Diverse, welcoming population with strong international character
  • Well-regarded public school district
  • Walkable borough with parks, shops, and restaurants along Broad Avenue