| ZIP Code | 08086 |
|---|---|
| City | Thorofare |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Gloucester County |
| Area Code | 640/856 |
| Elevation | 18 ft |
| Latitude | 39.851212 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.185663 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.7 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 36% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.1% ▲ 22% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 40% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 28 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,749 (29.3%) |
| Some College | 1,004 (16.8%) |
| Associates | 378 (6.3%) |
| Bachelors | 972 (16.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,841 (30.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $88,125 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $258,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,689/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,950 |
| Vacant Units | 179 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,950 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 179 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 08086 is located in Thorofare, New Jersey, within Gloucester County. With a population of 8,534, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.7 years. Economically, 08086 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $88,125 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 08086 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $258,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,689 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 08086 is primarily White (83.45%). Residents are well-educated — 47.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 08086 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 08086 in Thorofare, NJ is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 8,534 residents, a median household income of $88,125, and a median home value of $258,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.