| ZIP Code | 07860 |
|---|---|
| City | Newton |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Sussex County |
| Area Code | 862/973 |
| Elevation | 496 ft |
| Latitude | 41.057287 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.802737 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 8.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| College Grads | 51.6% ▲ 33% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 36% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 154 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,060 (26.8%) |
| Some College | 1,782 (9.5%) |
| Associates | 2,135 (11.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,028 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,698 (40.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $104,113 ▲ 36% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $336,600 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,437/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,473 |
| Vacant Units | 1,084 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,473 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,084 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
ZIP code 07860 is located in Newton, New Jersey, within Sussex County. With a population of 26,521, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.2 years. Economically, 07860 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $104,113 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 07860 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $336,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,437 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 07860 is primarily White (83.94%). Residents are well-educated — 51.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.4%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 07860 stands at 6.6%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 07860 in Newton, NJ is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 26,521 residents, a median household income of $104,113, and a median home value of $336,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.