| ZIP Code | 07826 |
|---|---|
| City | Branchville |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Sussex County |
| Area Code | 862/973 |
| Elevation | 1,434 ft |
| Latitude | 41.163459 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.815409 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.4 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 3.4% ▼ 66% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.5% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 16 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,352 (33.2%) |
| Some College | 404 (9.9%) |
| Associates | 489 (12%) |
| Bachelors | 281 (6.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,528 (37.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $114,784 ▲ 50% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $370,900 ▲ 33% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,628/mo ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,676 |
| Vacant Units | 470 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,676 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 470 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 07826 is located in Branchville, New Jersey, within Sussex County. With a population of 5,575, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 49.4 years. Economically, 07826 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $114,784 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 07826 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $370,900 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,628 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 07826 is primarily White (86.53%). Residents are well-educated — 44.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.4%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 07826 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 07826 in Branchville, NJ is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,575 residents, a median household income of $114,784, and a median home value of $370,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.