| ZIP Code | 07305 |
|---|---|
| City | Jersey City |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Hudson County |
| Area Code | 201/551/862 |
| Elevation | 25 ft |
| Latitude | 40.693004 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.06965 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.70 |
| Below Poverty | 18.9% ▲ 89% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.1% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.1% ▲ 66% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,301 (3%) |
| HS Graduate | 13,067 (29.9%) |
| Some College | 4,134 (9.5%) |
| Associates | 6,323 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,988 (6.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 15,826 (36.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,126 ≈ Avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $418,200 ▲ 50% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,610/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 28,297 |
| Vacant Units | 1,978 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 28,297 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,978 |
| Owner Occupied | 42.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 57.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
ZIP code 07305 is located in Jersey City, New Jersey, within Hudson County. With a population of 71,643, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.7 years. Economically, 07305 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,126 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 07305 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $418,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,610 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (42.6%) and renters (57.4%). Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 07305 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 39.8%. Residents are well-educated — 43.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.9%. Household income has grown by 38% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 07305 stands at 8.1%, which is significantly above the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 43%.
Overall, ZIP code 07305 in Jersey City, NJ is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 71,643 residents, a median household income of $77,126, and a median home value of $418,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.