| ZIP Code | 08205 |
|---|---|
| City | Absecon |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Atlantic County |
| Area Code | 609/640 |
| Elevation | 40 ft |
| Latitude | 39.482 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.452637 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 34001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 7.2% ▼ 28% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.5% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 21% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 433 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,770 (29.8%) |
| Some College | 1,740 (9%) |
| Associates | 2,412 (12.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,839 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,143 (36.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $88,636 ▲ 16% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $263,300 ≈ Avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,527/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,660 |
| Vacant Units | 488 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,660 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 488 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
ZIP code 08205 is located in Absecon, New Jersey, within Atlantic County. With a population of 28,236, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.3 years. Economically, 08205 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $88,636 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 08205 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $263,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,527 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 08205 is majority White (62.46%). Residents are well-educated — 46.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.2%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 08205 stands at 5.9%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 08205 in Absecon, NJ is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 28,236 residents, a median household income of $88,636, and a median home value of $263,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Jersey.