| ZIP Code | 07081 |
|---|---|
| City | Springfield |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Union County |
| Area Code | 908 |
| Elevation | 133 ft |
| Latitude | 40.697966 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.334436 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34039 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 5.5% ▼ 45% below avg |
| College Grads | 70.0% ▲ 81% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 126 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,484 (13.2%) |
| Some College | 604 (5.4%) |
| Associates | 1,145 (10.2%) |
| Bachelors | 488 (4.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,365 (65.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $146,059 ▲ 91% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $590,600 ▲ 112% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,135/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,844 |
| Vacant Units | 229 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,844 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 229 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 07081 is located in Springfield, New Jersey, within Union County. With a population of 16,984, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.4 years. Economically, 07081 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $146,059 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 07081 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $590,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,135 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 07081 is majority White (57.40%). Residents are highly educated — 70.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.5%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 07081 stands at 4.7%, 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 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 07081 in Springfield, NJ is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,984 residents, a median household income of $146,059, and a median home value of $590,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.