| ZIP Code | 07044 |
|---|---|
| City | Verona |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 973 |
| Elevation | 360 ft |
| Latitude | 40.832468 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.242863 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 5.0% ▼ 50% below avg |
| College Grads | 72.8% ▲ 88% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 47 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,674 (16.7%) |
| Some College | 337 (3.4%) |
| Associates | 671 (6.7%) |
| Bachelors | 502 (5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,794 (67.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $159,044 ▲ 108% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $595,000 ▲ 113% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,125/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,997 |
| Vacant Units | 157 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,997 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 157 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 07044 is located in Verona, New Jersey, within Essex County. With a population of 14,441, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.9 years. Economically, 07044 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $159,044 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 07044 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $595,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,125 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 07044 is primarily White (82.69%). Residents are highly educated — 72.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.0%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 07044 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 07044 in Verona, NJ is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 14,441 residents, a median household income of $159,044, and a median home value of $595,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.