| ZIP Code | 08092 |
|---|---|
| City | West Creek |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Ocean County |
| Area Code | 609/640 |
| Elevation | 35 ft |
| Latitude | 39.647182 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.284599 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.5 yrs ↓ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 7.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.3% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 24 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 749 (35%) |
| Some College | 251 (11.7%) |
| Associates | 190 (8.9%) |
| Bachelors | 143 (6.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 784 (36.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,058 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $473,600 ▲ 70% above avg ↑ 68% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,408/mo ↓ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,475 |
| Vacant Units | 262 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,475 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 262 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 08092 is located in West Creek, New Jersey, within Ocean County. With a population of 3,182, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.5 years. Economically, 08092 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,058 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 08092 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $473,600 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,408 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 68% since 2019.
The population of 08092 is primarily White (92.87%). Residents are well-educated — 43.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.6%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 08092 stands at 3.9%, 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 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 08092 in West Creek, NJ is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,182 residents, a median household income of $97,058, and a median home value of $473,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.