Goodwill Outlet in South Hackensack, New Jersey, a treasure-hunt Goodwill bins outlet. Visitors dig through the Goodwill bins hunting for clothing, books, shoes, electronics and more; This outlet uses a pay-by-the-pound system and provides shopping carts. Smoking, food, and drinks are not allowed.. This organization empowers individuals with disabilities and barriers to employment to gain independence through the power of work.
Rules and Amenities
shopping_cart Has Carts
child_friendly Children Allowed
no_food Food & Drink Not Allowed
no_photography Photo & Video Not Allowed
accessible Wheelchair Accessible
credit_card Accepts Cash and Card
scale Pay-Per Pound
smoke_free Smoking Allowed
leaderboard Competition Level: Very Competitive
Pricing
checkroom
Clothing
$2.29 per pound (0-50 lbs)
$1.99 per pound (50+ lbs)
Accessories
$2.39 per pound (0-50 lbs)
$2.09 per pound (50+ lbs)
Housewares
$1.39 per pound
Textiles
$2.29 per pound (0-50 lbs)
$1.99 per pound (50+ lbs)
Tucked under the I-80 overpass, North Jersey's Goodwill outlet is serious business - a high-stakes thrifting battleground that draws savvy resellers from across the tri-state area, including plenty who make the trip down from Manhattan specifically for this spot.
The draw is the incredible donation pipeline from Bergen County's affluent communities, which means designer goods show up with surprising frequency. You'll see experienced shoppers with phones out, rapidly checking comps and making split-second purchasing decisions.
The atmosphere is intense but well-managed. Staff use clearly marked tape to control the perimeter, and bin rotations run on a swift twenty-five-minute cycle. The finds reflect the area's proximity to NYC - high-quality leather goods, vintage Knicks gear, and even authentic Broadway costume pieces turn up regularly.
Two rules are non-negotiable: gloves and closed-toe shoes are required for entry, strictly enforced for safety. Parking is brutal - the lot fills up fast and is notoriously tight. Either arrive well before opening to snag a spot, or seriously consider using rideshare to avoid the hassle entirely.
This is digging for serious, well-prepared thrifters who can handle the competition and understand the potential rewards. Not for casual browsers, but perfect for people who know what they're looking for and aren't afraid to work for it.