| ZIP Code | 07024 |
|---|---|
| City | Fort Lee |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Bergen County |
| Area Code | 201/551 |
| Elevation | 290 ft |
| Latitude | 40.85064 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.971007 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 8.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| College Grads | 69.7% ▲ 80% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 622 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,605 (15.9%) |
| Some College | 1,393 (4.8%) |
| Associates | 2,172 (7.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,537 (5.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 18,719 (64.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $105,594 ▲ 38% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $422,200 ▲ 51% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,257/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,748 |
| Vacant Units | 1,233 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,748 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,233 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
ZIP code 07024 is located in Fort Lee, New Jersey, within Bergen County. With a population of 39,785, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.2 years. Economically, 07024 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $105,594 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 07024 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $422,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,257 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.5%) and renters (42.5%). Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 07024 is racially diverse, with Asian as the largest group at 44.0%. Residents are highly educated — 69.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.4%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 07024 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 47%.
Overall, ZIP code 07024 in Fort Lee, NJ is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a mature community. With 39,785 residents, a median household income of $105,594, and a median home value of $422,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.