| ZIP Code | 07762 |
|---|---|
| City | Spring Lake |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Monmouth County |
| Area Code | 732/848 |
| Elevation | 24 ft |
| Latitude | 40.153409 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.033732 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 55.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.02 |
| Below Poverty | 5.1% ▼ 49% below avg |
| College Grads | 70.9% ▲ 83% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 81 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 835 (13.5%) |
| Some College | 331 (5.3%) |
| Associates | 558 (9%) |
| Bachelors | 441 (7.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,947 (63.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $103,947 ▲ 36% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $871,400 ▲ 213% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,775/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,109 |
| Vacant Units | 1,075 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.02 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,109 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,075 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.02 |
ZIP code 07762 is located in Spring Lake, New Jersey, within Monmouth County. With a population of 8,205, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 55 years. Economically, 07762 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $103,947 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 07762 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $871,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,775 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 07762 is primarily White (92.36%). Residents are highly educated — 70.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.1%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 07762 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 07762 in Spring Lake, NJ is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 8,205 residents, a median household income of $103,947, and a median home value of $871,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.