| ZIP Code | 07436 |
|---|---|
| City | Oakland |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Bergen County |
| Area Code | 201/551 |
| Elevation | 266 ft |
| Latitude | 41.031022 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.240502 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.85 |
| Below Poverty | 3.1% ▼ 69% below avg |
| College Grads | 60.0% ▲ 55% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 124 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,587 (18.3%) |
| Some College | 894 (10.3%) |
| Associates | 853 (9.9%) |
| Bachelors | 488 (5.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,705 (54.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $162,763 ▲ 113% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $566,900 ▲ 103% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,466/mo ↓ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,680 |
| Vacant Units | 292 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.85 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,680 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 292 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.85 |
ZIP code 07436 is located in Oakland, New Jersey, within Bergen County. With a population of 12,676, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.9 years. Economically, 07436 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $162,763 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 07436 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $566,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,466 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 07436 is primarily White (80.28%). Residents are highly educated — 60.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.1%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 07436 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 07436 in Oakland, NJ is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,676 residents, a median household income of $162,763, and a median home value of $566,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.