| ZIP Code | 08050 |
|---|---|
| City | Manahawkin |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Ocean County |
| Area Code | 609/640 |
| Elevation | 41 ft |
| Latitude | 39.712132 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.231888 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.6 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 3.2% ▼ 68% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.7% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 9% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 260 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,858 (29.6%) |
| Some College | 2,134 (10.8%) |
| Associates | 2,311 (11.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,417 (7.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,835 (39.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $115,456 ▲ 51% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $377,100 ▲ 35% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,756/mo ↑ 4% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,182 |
| Vacant Units | 3,107 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,182 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,107 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 08050 is located in Manahawkin, New Jersey, within Ocean County. With a population of 27,599, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.6 years. Economically, 08050 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $115,456 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 08050 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $377,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,756 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 08050 is primarily White (87.07%). Residents are well-educated — 46.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.2%. Household income has grown by 40% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 08050 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 08050 in Manahawkin, NJ is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 27,599 residents, a median household income of $115,456, and a median home value of $377,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.