| ZIP Code | 08085 |
|---|---|
| City | Swedesboro |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Gloucester County |
| Area Code | 640/856 |
| Elevation | 19 ft |
| Latitude | 39.753766 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.33104 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.02 |
| Below Poverty | 9.3% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 59.4% ▲ 53% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 11% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 80 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,959 (23%) |
| Some College | 927 (7.2%) |
| Associates | 1,253 (9.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,462 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,168 (48%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $137,028 ▲ 80% above avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $351,000 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,856/mo ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,424 |
| Vacant Units | 232 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.02 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,424 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 232 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.02 |
ZIP code 08085 is located in Swedesboro, New Jersey, within Gloucester County. With a population of 21,856, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 08085 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $137,028 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 08085 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $351,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,856 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 08085 is primarily White (72.82%). Residents are well-educated — 59.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.3%. Household income has grown by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 08085 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 08085 in Swedesboro, NJ is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,856 residents, a median household income of $137,028, and a median home value of $351,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.