Rockaway, New Jersey
Rockaway: borough in Morris County, New Jersey in the U.
About
Rockaway is a city located in the county of Morris in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Its population at the 2010 census was 6,438 and a population density of 1,172 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 6,244 inhabitants.
The city was created 131 years ago in 1894.
Quick Facts about Rockaway
| Population | 6,244 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Jersey (United States) |
| County | Morris County |
| Postal code | 07866 |
| Area | 5.49 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.9012,-74.5143 |
| Named for | Rockaway |
| Altitude | 571 feet / 174 meters |
| Establishment | June 19, 1894 (131 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 17:54:56 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 1,137 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.11% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 61℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Rockaway is located at 40°54'4"N 74°30'52"W (40.9012100, -74.5143200).
Rockaway map
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Rockaway decreased by 3.11% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6,438 | - | census |
| 2011 | 6,461 | 0.36% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 6,463 | 0.03% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 6,460 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 6,431 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 6,424 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 6,431 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 6,413 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 6,356 | -0.9% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 6,276 | -1.27% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 6,244 | -0.51% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Rockaway
1Board-Education Maintenance Department
183 Green Pond Rd, Rockaway, NJ 07866, United States View details
Phone: +19736270229
People born in Rockaway (6)
People born in Rockaway, including Catholic bishop Frank Joseph Rodimer, musician Bette Sussman, All-college football player, professional football player, linebacker Bruce Bannon, .
More notable people
- Sue Naegle (American President of HBO Entertainment) she was born in 02/07/1969
- Hudson Hoagland (American neuroscientist) he was born in 05/12/1899
- Erik Storz (American football linebacker) he was born in 24/06/1975
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Rockaway, NJ. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 183600 | Assumption College for Sisters | Denville (NJ) | 07834 |
Nearby Transit Stations (20)
Rail and bus stations connected to Rockaway, NJ. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| EWR | Newark Liberty International Airport | Newark Liberty International Airport | RAIL |
| NWK | Pennsylvania Station | 1 Raymond Plaza West | RAIL |
| MET | Metropark station | 100 Middlesex-Essex Turnpike | RAIL |
| NBK | New Brunswick station | French and Albany Streets | RAIL |
| NYP | Pennsylvania Station | 8th Ave 31st Street / 8th Ave 33rd Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Rockaway.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Rockaway Post Office | Rockaway (NJ) | 07866 |
Other cities in Morris County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Morris County , NJ. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Parsippany | 51,144 | Township in Morris County, New Jersey, United States |
| Monroe | 44,884 | Township in Gloucester County, New Jersey |
| Mount Olive | 28,815 | Township of New Jersey |
| Montville | 20,970 | Township in Morris County, New Jersey |
| Morristown | 18,594 | Town in Morris County, New Jersey, USA |
| Dover | 17,619 | Town in New Jersey, USA |
| Madison | 17,612 | Borough in Morris County, New Jersey, United States |
| Denville | 16,362 | Township in Morris County, New Jersey |
| Pequannock | 14,884 | Township of New Jersey |
| Hanover | 14,173 | Township in Morris County, New Jersey, United States |
| Florham Park | 11,824 | Borough in Morris County, New Jersey |
| East Hanover | 10,868 | Township of New Jersey |
| Kinnelon | 9,852 | Borough in Morris County, New Jersey, United States |
| Budd Lake | 8,968 | Census designated place |
| White Meadow Lake | 8,836 | Census designated place |
| Chatham | 8,601 | Borough in Morris County, New Jersey |
Distance to Other Cities
Rockaway distances to largest New Jersey cities