| ZIP Code | 07936 |
|---|---|
| City | East Hanover |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Morris County |
| Area Code | 862/973 |
| Elevation | 217 ft |
| Latitude | 40.818553 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.363742 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.74 |
| Below Poverty | 2.2% ▼ 79% below avg |
| College Grads | 60.3% ▲ 56% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 35 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,231 (28.2%) |
| Some College | 504 (6.4%) |
| Associates | 365 (4.6%) |
| Bachelors | 425 (5.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,345 (55%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $144,792 ▲ 90% above avg ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $668,500 ▲ 140% above avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,745/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,162 |
| Vacant Units | 117 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,162 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 117 |
| Owner Occupied | 94.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 5.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
ZIP code 07936 is located in East Hanover, New Jersey, within Morris County. With a population of 11,106, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.9 years. Economically, 07936 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $144,792 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 07936 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $668,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,745 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 94.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 10% since 2019.
The population of 07936 is primarily White (70.03%). Residents are highly educated — 60.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.2%. Household income has grown by 6% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 07936 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 07936 in East Hanover, NJ is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 11,106 residents, a median household income of $144,792, and a median home value of $668,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.