Bayonne, New Jersey
Bayonne: The most populous city in Hudson County, New Jersey. It is located across the Kill Van Kull from Staten Island, New York. Bayonne is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Bayonne Historical Society and the Bayonne Public Library.
About
Bayonne is a city located in the county of Hudson in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Its population at the 2010 census was 63,024 and a population density of 2,194 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 65,165 inhabitants.
The city was created 164 years ago in 1861.
Quick Facts about Bayonne
| Population : | 65,165 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | New Jersey (United States) |
| County : | Hudson County |
| Different from : | Bayonne |
| Postal code : | 07002 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 201 |
| Area : | 28.72 km2 |
| Altitude : | 13 feet / 4 meters |
| Establishment : | April 04, 1861 (164 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time : | 05:32:40 (14th July 2025) |
| Density : | 2,269 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 3.29% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Bayonne is located at 40°40'7"N 74°6'52"W (40.6687100, -74.1143100). It has 7 neighbors: Villefranque, Tarnos, Mouguerre, Lahonce, Boucau, Bassussarry and Anglet.
Bayonne map
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- Official Website
Official website of Bayonne
Bayonne has 7 neighbours.
- Villefranque commune in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France
- Tarnos commune in Landes, France
- Mouguerre commune in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France
- Lahonce commune in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France
- Boucau commune in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France
- Bassussarry commune in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France
- Anglet commune in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France
Demographics
The population of Bayonne increased by 3.29% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 1793 | 12,578 | - | census |
| 1800 | 13,190 | 4.64% | census |
| 1806 | 14,006 | 5.83% | census |
| 1821 | 13,248 | -5.72% | census |
| 1831 | 14,773 | 10.32% | census |
| 1836 | 15,912 | 7.16% | census |
| 1841 | 17,303 | 8.04% | census |
| 1846 | 18,120 | 4.51% | census |
| 1851 | 18,870 | 3.97% | census |
| 1856 | 26,187 | 27.94% | census |
| 1861 | 25,611 | -2.25% | census |
| 1866 | 26,333 | 2.74% | census |
| 1872 | 27,173 | 3.09% | census |
| 1876 | 27,416 | 0.89% | census |
| 1881 | 26,261 | -4.4% | census |
| 1886 | 27,289 | 3.77% | census |
| 1891 | 27,192 | -0.36% | census |
| 1896 | 26,918 | -1.02% | census |
| 1901 | 27,601 | 2.47% | census |
| 1906 | 26,488 | -4.2% | census |
| 1911 | 27,886 | 5.01% | census |
| 1921 | 28,215 | 1.17% | census |
| 1926 | 31,346 | 9.99% | census |
| 1931 | 31,727 | 1.2% | census |
| 1936 | 31,350 | -1.2% | census |
| 1946 | 32,620 | 3.89% | census |
| 1954 | 32,575 | -0.14% | census |
| 1962 | 36,941 | 11.82% | census |
| 1968 | 42,743 | 13.57% | census |
| 1975 | 42,938 | 0.45% | census |
| 1982 | 41,381 | -3.76% | census |
| 1990 | 40,051 | -3.32% | census |
| 1999 | 40,078 | 0.07% | census |
| 2006 | 44,406 | 9.75% | census |
| 2010 | 63,024 | 29.54% | census |
| 2011 | 63,945 | 1.44% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 64,252 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 64,736 | 0.75% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 65,369 | 0.97% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 65,290 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 65,315 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 65,333 | 0.03% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 64,677 | -1.01% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 64,897 | 0.34% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 65,165 | 0.41% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Bayonne
1 Stephen R. Gregg Park
930 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Bayonne, NJ 07002, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Tear Drop Memorial
51 Port Terminal Blvd, Bayonne, NJ 07002, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Dennis P. Collins Park
1 W 1st St, Bayonne, NJ 07002, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Veterans Park
26 Park Rd, Bayonne, NJ 07002, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 G. Thomas DiDomenico Park
375-409 Avenue A, Bayonne, NJ 07002, United States ➦ Show Map
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Where ot Eat in Bayonne
1 Houlihan's
151 Lefante Way, Bayonne, NJ 07002, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Jersey Mike's Subs
901 Bayonne Crossing Way, Bayonne, NJ 07002, United States ➦ Show Map
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Other Places in Bayonne
1 Bayonne City Hall Information
630 Avenue C, Bayonne, NJ 07002 ➦ Show Map
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2 Bayonne City Hall
630 Avenue C, Bayonne, NJ 07002 ➦ Show Map
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3 Bayonne City Clerk
630 Avenue C, Bayonne, NJ 07002 ➦ Show Map
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People born in Bayonne (200)
People born in Bayonne, including French musician Sylvain Luc, French actor Pierre Malet, French painter Léon Bonnat, .
List
- Adrien Barthe (French composer) he was born in 07/06/1828
- René Cassin (French jurist (1887-1976)) he was born in 05/02/1887
- Bernard Jauréguiberry (French admiral (1815-1887)) he was born in 26/08/1815
- Émile Temime (French historian) he was born in 02/10/1926
- Mehdi Nebbou (French actor) he was born in 10/01/1971
- Charles Lavigerie (Catholic cardinal) he was born in 31/10/1825
- André Béhotéguy (French rugby union player) he was born in 19/10/1900
- Romain Sicard (Racing cyclist) he was born in 01/01/1988
- Imanol Harinordoquy (French rugby union player) he was born in 20/02/1980
- Stéphane Ruffier (French association football player) he was born in 27/09/1986
- Marie Darrieussecq (French writer) she was born in 03/01/1969
- Pierre Richard-Willm (French actor (1895-1983)) he was born in 03/11/1895
- Paul Maye (French cyclist) he was born in 19/08/1913
- Jean-Louis Cazes (French footballer) he was born in 02/10/1951
- Didier Deschamps (French association football player and manager) he was born in 15/10/1968
- André Perchicot (Racing cyclist) he was born in 09/08/1888
- Laurent Malet (French actor) he was born in 03/09/1955
- Michel Camdessus (French economist) he was born in 01/05/1933
Schools in Bayonne
College & universities near Bayonne, NJ
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 455220 | Career School of NY | Staten Island (NY) | 10301 |
| 185129 | New Jersey City University | Jersey City (NJ) | 07305 |
| 197197 | Wagner College | Staten Island (NY) | 10301-4495 |
| 186432 | Saint Peter's University | Jersey City (NJ) | 07306-5997 |
| 451370 | Yeshivas Be'er Yitzchok | Elizabeth (NJ) | 07208 |
Stations (19)
Amtrak & bus stations near Bayonne, NJ
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| NWK | Pennsylvania Station | 1 Raymond Plaza West | RAIL |
| EWR | Newark Liberty International Airport | Newark Liberty International Airport | RAIL |
| NYP | Pennsylvania Station | 8th Ave 31st Street / 8th Ave 33rd Street | RAIL |
| MET | Metropark station | 100 Middlesex-Essex Turnpike | RAIL |
| NBK | New Brunswick station | French and Albany Streets | RAIL |
Post offices near Bayonne
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Bayonn Post Office | Bayonne (NJ) | 07002 |
| Pamra Post Office | Bayonne (NJ) | 07002 |
| Bergen Poin Post Office | Bayonne (NJ) | 07002 |
| Greenvill Post Office | Jersey City (NJ) | 07305 |
| Port Richmond Post Office | Staten Island (NY) | 10302 |
Other cities in Hudson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Hudson County , NJ.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Jersey City | 262,075 | The second most populous city in New Jersey and the center of the Jersey City metropolitan area. |
| Union City | 67,982 | The most populous city in Hudson County, New Jersey. |
| North Bergen | 59,859 | Township in Hudson County, New Jersey |
| West New York | 53,132 | Town in Hudson County, New Jersey, United States |
| Hoboken | 53,081 | A city in Hudson County, New Jersey. |
| Kearny | 40,507 | Town in New Jersey |
| Secaucus | 21,602 | Town in New Jersey in eastern USA |
| Harrison | 20,481 | Town in Hudson County, New Jersey, United States |
| Weehawken | 14,442 | Township of New Jersey |
| Guttenberg | 11,015 | Town |
| East Newark | 2,581 | Town |
Distance to Other Cities
Bayonne distances to largest New Jersey cities
