| ZIP Code | 07866 |
|---|---|
| City | Rockaway |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Morris County |
| Area Code | 862/973 |
| Elevation | 854 ft |
| Latitude | 40.954988 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.488031 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.3 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 3.9% ▼ 61% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.5% ▲ 48% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 38% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 221 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,253 (20.4%) |
| Some College | 1,445 (9.1%) |
| Associates | 1,848 (11.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,256 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,890 (49.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $123,828 ▲ 62% above avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $434,200 ▲ 56% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,604/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,863 |
| Vacant Units | 176 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,863 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 176 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
ZIP code 07866 is located in Rockaway, New Jersey, within Morris County. With a population of 22,632, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.3 years. Economically, 07866 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $123,828 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 07866 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $434,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,604 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 07866 is primarily White (74.37%). Residents are well-educated — 57.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.9%. Household income has grown by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 07866 stands at 6.7%, which is above the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 07866 in Rockaway, NJ is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 22,632 residents, a median household income of $123,828, and a median home value of $434,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.