| ZIP Code | 07739 |
|---|---|
| City | Little Silver |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Monmouth County |
| Area Code | 732/848 |
| Elevation | 14 ft |
| Latitude | 40.336952 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.034535 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.71 |
| Below Poverty | 2.4% ▼ 76% below avg |
| College Grads | 83.3% ▲ 115% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 36% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 16 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 380 (9.1%) |
| Some College | 49 (1.2%) |
| Associates | 252 (6%) |
| Bachelors | 146 (3.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,324 (79.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $220,746 ▲ 189% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $870,700 ▲ 212% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,501/mo ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,352 |
| Vacant Units | 100 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,352 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 100 |
| Owner Occupied | 95.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 4.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
ZIP code 07739 is located in Little Silver, New Jersey, within Monmouth County. With a population of 6,096, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.8 years. Economically, 07739 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $220,746 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 07739 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $870,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,501 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 95.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 07739 is primarily White (96.70%). Residents are highly educated — 83.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.4%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 07739 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 27% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 56%.
Overall, ZIP code 07739 in Little Silver, NJ is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,096 residents, a median household income of $220,746, and a median home value of $870,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.