Memorial Park · Kennedy Park · Diverse Dining · Route 46 · I-80

Lodi, New Jersey

Lodi is a densely settled Bergen County borough with a large and diverse residential base, strong local schools, numerous neighborhood parks and convenient access to Route 46, Route 17 and I-80.

This NJTGO flagship guide connects the town's history and community character with current schools, recreation, transit, local business, dining, housing and employment information.

Community profile

26,3582024 populationU.S. Census estimate
07644ZIP codeLodi, Bergen County
$635,738Typical home valueZillow · July 31, 2026
+5.4%1-year home-value changeZillow

Lodi supports a full seven-page NJTGO guide because it has enough distinct local material across commerce, dining, housing, public services, recreation and employment to warrant dedicated coverage.

History & community character

Bergen crossroads

Lodi developed from an agricultural and industrial corridor into one of Bergen County's denser residential boroughs.

Transportation growth

Route 46, Route 17 and nearby I-80 helped shape the borough's commercial and commuter role.

Neighborhood identity

Lodi's many compact residential neighborhoods are tied together by schools, parks and municipal recreation.

Modern diversity

The borough's population and restaurant scene reflect a wide range of cultural backgrounds.

Parks, recreation & local places

Memorial Park

1 Memorial Drive; track, soccer, volleyball, playgrounds, lighted tennis/basketball and amphitheater.

Kennedy Park

100 Kennedy Drive; baseball, softball and playground facilities.

Pirate Cove Park

Passaic Avenue; inclusive ADA-accessible pirate-themed playground.

Paws & Play Dog Park

72 Kimming Avenue; two enclosed dog areas with registration requirements.

Garibaldi & neighborhood parks

Multiple smaller parks give Lodi a distributed recreation network.

Public schools

Lodi High School

Borough public high school.

Thomas Jefferson Middle School

Middle-grade public school.

Elementary schools

Roosevelt, Columbus, Hilltop, Wilson and Washington schools serve Lodi's elementary students.

Public library

Lodi Memorial Library · 1 Memorial Drive · 973-365-4044 · current library services and programs; facility improvements/renovation work were active in 2026.

Transportation & commuting

Bus network

NJ Transit bus service connects Lodi with nearby Bergen communities and New York-bound transfer points.

Regional highways

Route 46, Route 17 and I-80 provide strong east-west and north-south access.

Nearby rail

Garfield and Saddle Brook rail stations expand commuting options outside the borough.

Borough government

1 Memorial Drive · 973-365-4005. Municipal services include administration, clerk functions, tax and finance, building/zoning, public works, police, emergency services and recreation. Check the official municipality for current meetings, notices, permits and service updates.

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Lodi information was reviewed September 4, 2026 using current municipal, Census, school, library, housing and transportation sources. Time-sensitive information can change.