Montvale is a borough in Bergen County, New Jersey, situated at the county's northern tip along the New York state line. Its population was 8,436 at the 2020 census, and it lies roughly 30 miles northwest of Times Square within the New York City metropolitan area. Montvale is part of the Pascack Valley, a cluster of affluent Bergen County communities known for strong schools and suburban quality of life. The borough's economy and identity reflect both its residential character and its corporate presence. Office campuses along the Garden State Parkway corridor have made Montvale a long-standing location for regional and national companies, giving the borough a commercial tax base unusual for a community of its size and contributing to its reputation for relatively low property taxes. The Garden State Parkway runs through Montvale, with its last northbound stop before the New York state line located in the borough. Commuting is a central feature of life. NJ Transit's Pascack Valley Line serves Montvale at its station near Kinderkamack Road and Grand Avenue, providing direct rail access toward Hoboken and, by connection, Manhattan, while the Garden State Parkway offers a direct highway route into New York. These links have made Montvale a practical base for households working in the city or in Bergen County's corporate corridors. Education anchors the community's appeal. The Montvale Public Schools serve elementary and middle grades, and the Pascack Valley Regional High School District provides secondary education. Together with the borough's parks and family-oriented neighborhoods, these schools make Montvale a sought-after address in northern Bergen County, balancing suburban calm with exceptional access to New York City.